WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL AS A FIRE SAFETY OFFICER AT ACTIVATE LEARNING?

The ideal candidate should possess recognised fire safety qualifications and certifications, including NEBOSH and IFE credentials, along with practical experience in fire risk assessment, particularly within educational settings. A strong understanding of fire safety legislation, standards, and challenges in diverse learning environments is essential.

KEY QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Must hold a NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management or an equivalent Level 3/4 Fire Risk Assessment qualification; be a member of the Institution of Fire Engineers or hold relevant IFE qualifications.
• Certified as a Fire Door Inspector under the Fire Door Inspection Scheme (FDIS) or hold an equivalent certification.
• Demonstrated experience in fire risk assessments in educational environments, with knowledge of fire safety regulations, standards (e.g., Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, BS 9999), and awareness of challenges related to diverse adult learners including those with disabilities or limited English skills.

WHO WE ARE

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.
We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

ABOUT THE FIRE SAFETY OFFICER ROLE:

We are seeking a committed and experienced Fire Safety Officer to join our Health and Safety team. In this key position, you will act as the Group’s primary fire safety lead, collaborating closely with the Health and Safety Manager, Property and Environment teams, and senior leaders to maintain a safe environment for students, staff, and visitors across all campuses.
As the Group’s Fire Safety Officer, you will ensure full compliance with fire safety legislation and best practices within varied educational settings. This role demands excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong IT capabilities, and the ability to manage a dynamic workload-including urgent, unplanned tasks-efficiently under pressure. Your responsibilities will include conducting and reviewing fire risk assessments, updating fire safety policies and emergency procedures, delivering training sessions, and leading investigations after fire incidents to promote a proactive fire safety culture.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE FIRE SAFETY OFFICER:

• Serve as the Group’s lead fire safety officer, ensuring adherence to the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and other applicable standards.
• Carry out, evaluate, and update fire risk assessments, identifying hazards and proposing effective control measures tailored to educational environments.
• Develop and maintain fire safety policies, emergency response plans, evacuation procedures, and provide training to staff and learners.
• Manage fire door inspections and ensure compliance with UK fire safety regulations and standards.
• Lead or assist investigations following fire incidents, fostering continuous improvement and reinforcing a robust fire safety culture among diverse learner groups, including individuals with disabilities or limited English skills.
  Permanent | full-time | Located at any of our campuses
  Fire Safety Officer is responsible for all of our locations in Oxfordshire, Berkshire and Surrey, travel between sites is required.