The Avenue Special Needs School, based in Tilehurst in Reading, supports over 250 pupils aged 3‑19 with severe or profound learning difficulties, physical disabilities and autism. Conveniently located, the school is easily accessible via multiple local bus routes, and on‑site parking is available. It’s a great place to work with friendly colleagues, an excellent work‑life balance and good terms and conditions of employment. Health, Safety and Compliance Manager Term time only plus 2 weeks (46.2 weeks per year). 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. NJC Payscale 33‑36. Salary range £39,051.55 – £41,803.54. We are looking for an experienced Health, Safety and Compliance Manager who can lead a strong culture of prompting excellent health & safety standards at our school. This role includes ensuring compliance with fire safety and Health & Safety legislation, providing guidance on the implementation of health & safety measures and delivering competent training to all staff. The key responsibilities of this role are to ensure the school provides a safe, secure, and compliant environment for pupils, staff, and visitors, with particular attention to the unique needs of a special educational setting. The Health, Safety and Compliance Manager will lead all aspects of health and safety management, risk assessment, and compliance, working collaboratively with the site team. The successful candidate will liaise with the Health & Safety Trustee, Senior Leaders and external agencies (HSE, fire authorities, local authority, etc.) and report on health & safety performance. Ideal candidates will have proven Health & Safety experience, an enthusiastic, organised and pro‑active approach, excellent communication skills, good IT skills, and the ability to work under pressure and independently. Previous school experience is desirable but not essential. Why work for us?

A friendly, supportive staff team Term‑time hours that fit around family life Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme – counselling, GP line, physio and more Paid well‑being day after 1 year’s service On‑site parking and good public transport links Social events, free tea/coffee, and the option of buying staff lunches from our canteen Pension scheme (including death in service) Access to cycle scheme and Blue Light Card Flu and Hep B jabs paid for (role dependent) 5‑day long‑service reward after 10 years service

To apply, please visit the vacancy page of our website – https://www.avenue.reading.sch.uk/ – and fill in the forms. All completed forms must be returned to recruitment@avenue.reading.sch.uk by 9 am on Monday 20th April 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr