Salary: £33,797 - £38,017 per annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract: Permanent

Leeds Arts University is the only specialist arts university in the North of England. We have contributed significantly to the development of arts education for over 170 years, and have developed a national and international reputation based on the achievements of our students and staff.

We are seeking an exceptional risk and safety specialist, someone who will enjoy working in a creative environment where experimentation and innovation are championed and encouraged, yet able to facilitate this so activities are carried out in a manner where they do not pose a risk to students/staff or any other persons including members of the public.

The Risk and Safety Manager will lead on the provision of health, safety and risk management for the University and be responsible for the management and development of appropriate procedures and processes. You will ensure the University meets its obligations in relation to legislative compliance and maintains excellent standards of health, risk & safety. You will write related documents, policies, risk assessments, carry out audits and will report to/advise committees and stakeholders on health, safety and risk issues. You will have line management responsibilities for the Risk and Safety assistant.

With a NEBOSH Diploma and educated to degree level, you will have up to date knowledge and understanding of current legislation and of implementing & monitoring health, risk and safety. Communications skills are important as this is a front facing role and you will need to build excellent working relationships internally and externally. Previous experience of working in a university and an understanding of creative arts are desirable.

Full details of the essential and desirable criteria for this role can be found in the job description.

Please note CV’s will not be accepted for this position.

If you would like to apply for this vacancy, please click the 'apply' button where you will be redirected to our website. 

Please note we do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies for this position.

Closing date: Sunday 29^th September 2019
Interview date: Tuesday 8^th October 2019

Leeds Arts University is committed to pursuing equality of opportunity and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all learners and expect our staff to share this commitment.