Awards Standards Manager (Fixed Term Contract - Maternity Cover)
When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. For over 100 years, the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents has worked to create a safer society and prevent accidents which needlessly kill, injure and maim thousands of individuals each year. We have grown into a unique and well-rounded safety charity with an increasing global influence necessary to drive change and strive towards our vision of an accident-free world.
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic detail-orientated Awards Standards Manager to join our head office team on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract (maternity cover) With a good knowledge of workplace health and safety management, you will play a crucial role in collaborating with the Head of Awards, and the wider judging and assessment team, to oversee the awards assessment and review processes. This role is pivotal to maintaining the high-standards and reputation of RoSPA's industry-leading Health and Safety Awards, which celebrate their 70th anniversary during 2026. Whilst we are looking for a full time role (35 hours per week), we would also consider this as a part time position of 28 hours per week (pro-rata salary).
Knowledge and skills:
A university degree or a formal qualification relating to workplace health and safety management
Experience and qualifications to show strong organisation an coordination skills
Previous experience in a health and safety-related role
Strong attention to detail
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
Strong team collaboration skills.
Key responsibilities:
Managing RoSPA's team of independent assessors and judges, supporting their timely assessment and review of award entries in line with the scheme's various deadlines.
Coordinate the confirmation and release of award results, ready for communication to award entrant organisations.
Handle case reviews where entries require further review by RoSPA, and provide entry feedback to entrants.
Act as a point of contact for the awards administration team for technical entry queries raised by entrants.
Collaborate with other internal teams to ensure smooth delivery and continuous improvement of the awards programme.
Working at RoSPA:
We can offer you the following:
Development: We proudly provide a supportive environment where you can thrive. By joining us, you will contribute to our mission of achieving life, free from serious accidental injury. We offer fantastic training and professional development opportunities to help advance your career. This includes personal development plans, discounted RoSPA training courses, one-to-one management check-ins and a variety of reward and recognition initiatives.
Salary sacrifice benefits : Our salary sacrifice benefits are designed to enhance your work-life balance. Take advantage of our pension scheme, holiday purchase options (up to 5 days), Bikes2Work initiative, car leasing scheme and Workplace Nursery scheme.
Wellbeing : Your wellbeing matters to us. You'll have access to a fully confidential 24/7 GP line and a comprehensive Health Cash Plan which includes an Employee Assistance Programme and a range of retail, gym and spa discounts.
Hybrid working/annual leave : We offer hybrid working arrangements, as well as 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) and time off during our December office shut down. Plus, additional holiday based on length of service to recognise your commitment and dedication.
Employee engagement : Enjoy a range of social activities such as escape rooms, drinks and dinners in the prestigious Edgbaston Village, coffee roulette with colleagues, a lunchtime walking group, free tickets to the Botanical gardens and employee quizzes. We also celebrate our Employee of the Month and our long service awards.
General: Enjoy free refreshments, together with free parking and a private garden in our central Birmingham location and participate in interactive staff days that make work more fun and engaging.
Join our dedicated team and play an essential role in a life-changing charitable mission. You can make a difference while you grow your career.
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