Health & Safety Officer – in a newly renovated school in the heart of Abu Dhabi

We are actively seeking an outstanding, passionate, and dedicated Health & Safety Officer who is deeply committed to ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of every student, staff member, and stakeholder within our learning community.

Our educational initiative represents a groundbreaking project, offering a unique opportunity for proactive leaders to take a pivotal role in shaping the future of holistic education. This project is designed to redefine how schools create and maintain safe, dynamic, and inclusive environments that empower students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

We believe that education must be built on a foundation of physical and emotional safety. Our vision is to establish a culture where safety practices are integrated into every aspect of school life, fostering an environment that nurtures trust, responsibility, and preparedness.

As part of this pioneering initiative, the Health & Safety Officer will play a vital role in developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive health and safety policies. The role includes identifying and mitigating risks, conducting regular safety audits, providing training to staff and students, and collaborating with educators, administrators, and parents to promote a culture of safety awareness and preparedness.

School experience is essential for this role, as it ensures the successful integration of safety measures into daily school operations, understanding the unique challenges of educational environments, and addressing the needs of a diverse school community.

This position calls for a proactive, detail-oriented, and committed professional who can embrace innovative approaches to ensure safety standards are met while prioritizing student and staff well-being. By safeguarding the learning environment, the Health & Safety Officer will contribute significantly to the success and sustainability of our holistic educational vision.

If you are passionate about supporting student development, resilient in the face of challenges, and driven by a genuine commitment to helping young people reach their full potential, we invite you to submit your updated CV and an application letter. This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of a transformative journey and contribute to a vision that will shape future generations.

Hamdan Bin Zayed School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the protection and welfare of all students. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting procedures related to child protection. All successful candidates are required to submit a recent criminal background check from their home country and/or country of residence. Prior to employment, a minimum of two satisfactory references will be required, at least one of which should be from the Principal/Head Teacher of the most recent school or equivalent professional reference.