SchoolSafe Compliance Partner Service
Ongoing support to help schools stay compliant throughout the year.
- Scheduled compliance reviews
- Action tracking
- Leadership reporting
- Priority advice and support
- Remote and on-site assistance
Independent Health & Safety and Compliance Support for Schools
Practical Health & Safety and Compliance Support for Schools
Independent support that gives school leaders additional capacity, practical expertise and confidence that compliance is being effectively managed.
- Practical, school-focused support
- Education Focussed
- Experienced education H&S support
Trusted by School Leaders Across Education
- Headteachers
- School Business Managers
- Governors & Trustees
- Estates & Facilities Teams
- Early Years Leaders
- Academy Trusts
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Education-focused H&S support
- Primary
- Secondary
- Multi-Academy Trusts
- Independent
- Early Years
- SEND
Why Choose SchoolSafe Systems?
- 25+ years health & safety experience
- 15+ years supporting schools and educational settings
- Experience across EYFS, primary, secondary and independent schools
- Practical, proportionate advice tailored to education
- Flexible remote and on-site support
- Direct access to an experienced education H&S professional
Explore the SchoolSafe Compliance Method™
See how a structured, five-stage pathway turns a point-in-time review into an ongoing compliance improvement programme.
Common Challenges
Does this sound familiar?
- Health & safety responsibilities sit with an already stretched SBM
- Contractor paperwork is difficult to keep on top of
- Policies need updating but never reach the top of the list
- Fire safety actions remain open for months
- Educational visits create additional workload
- Governors want assurance that compliance is being monitored
- You need support but not a full-time health & safety manager
SchoolSafe Systems helps schools bridge that gap
My flagship service
SchoolSafe Compliance Partner Service
Most schools already receive audits and inspections.
The challenge is finding the time and capacity to implement actions and maintain compliance throughout the year.
The SchoolSafe Compliance Partner Service provides schools with practical support, independent oversight and ongoing assurance that key compliance areas are being actively monitored.
Areas I review
- Allergy management
- Fire safety
- Training compliance
- Educational visits
- Contractor management
- + tailored areas
Flexible Support Options
One-off Reviews
For schools looking for an independent review of a specific compliance area.
Project Support
For schools needing assistance with audits, policies, contractor management or incident investigations.
SchoolSafe Compliance Partner Service
Ongoing support for schools that want access to experienced compliance advice throughout the year.
Meet Paul Shehean
SchoolSafe Systems was founded by Paul Shehean, a health, safety and compliance professional with more than 25 years' experience and extensive experience supporting schools and complex educational environments.
Learn more about Paul and SchoolSafe SystemsWhat I do
Flexible H&S support tailored to schools and trusts.
From a one-off audit to a year-round retainer, every engagement is delivered by someone who actually understands schools.
Contractor Management
Contractor compliance and safeguarding support for schools.
- RAMS reviews
- Insurance verification
- DBS and safeguarding checks
- Contractor approval processes
- Monitoring high-risk works
Policy & Documentation
Bespoke policies, procedures and management systems written in plain English.
SchoolSafe Independent Compliance Review
A consistent independent reporting framework applied across the compliance themes that matter most to your school.
- Executive summary & RAG rating
- Benchmark assessment
- Prioritised action plan
Incident Support
Investigation, RIDDOR reporting and post-incident review with clear next steps.
H&S Audits
Full site audits benchmarked against current statutory guidance and HSE expectations.
Pricing & Engagement
Flexible Support to Suit Your School
Every school is different. The size of the school, the complexity of the estate, existing compliance arrangements and the level of support required all influence the scope of work.
For that reason, SchoolSafe Systems does not offer fixed-price packages. Instead, we provide clear, tailored proposals based on your individual requirements, ensuring you only pay for the support your school actually needs.
Whether you require an independent one-day compliance review, assistance with a specific project, or ongoing support through our Compliance Partner Service, we'll discuss your objectives before providing a transparent proposal with no hidden costs.
Typical support ranges from focused one-day reviews through to long-term compliance partnerships.
How It Works
Three simple steps to tailored school compliance support
1
Initial Conversation
A short, no-obligation discussion to understand your school and current priorities.
2
Tailored Proposal
You'll receive a clear proposal outlining the recommended scope of work, deliverables and costs.
3
Practical Support
We deliver independent, practical compliance support tailored to your school's needs.
See the Standard of Reporting You Can Expect
See how SchoolSafe Systems presents independent findings, practical recommendations and executive assurance through our flagship reporting methodology.
How I work
Three steps from worry to well-managed.
01
Discover
Review of existing systems, documents and recent incidents, with site visits available where required.
02
Design
Tailored action plan, prioritised by risk and aligned with statutory duties.
03
Deliver
Implementation support, practical guidance, and ongoing reviews to keep you compliant.
Flagship report
Every SchoolSafe Independent Compliance Review Includes
Independent compliance reviews that provide senior leaders, governors and trustees with practical assurance, prioritised actions and a clear roadmap for continual improvement.
- Executive summary for senior leaders and governors
- SchoolSafe Compliance Index with overall RAG rating
- Independent assessment against recognised good practice
- Compliance benchmarking across key themes
- Areas of Good Practice
- Prioritised recommendations with implementation timescales
- Detailed action plan with responsibilities
- Governors' Assurance Summary
- SchoolSafe Compliance Dashboard
- Practical roadmap for continual improvement
Our Independent Compliance Review follows a consistent reporting methodology that can be applied across multiple areas including:
- Fire Safety
- Health & Safety Management
- First Aid
- Contractor Management
- Educational Visits
- Premises Compliance
- Statutory Compliance
- Policy Reviews
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Governors' Assurance Summary
Would You Like an Independent Opinion?
If you would like personalised feedback, request a complimentary SchoolSafe Policy Compliance Snapshot.
Our methodology
The SchoolSafe Method™
A consistent, structured pathway that turns a point-in-time review into an ongoing compliance improvement programme.
- 01
Assess
Complete the SchoolSafe Compliance Scorecard to identify potential strengths and areas for improvement.
- 02
Review
Receive an independent SchoolSafe Compliance Review providing practical observations and recommendations.
- 03
Improve
Implement prioritised actions using our structured implementation roadmap.
- 04
Monitor
Track progress using the SchoolSafe Compliance Dashboard.
- 05
Assure
Maintain confidence through the SchoolSafe Compliance Partner Service.
Looking for Practical Advice?
Browse our growing library of school compliance guidance covering fire safety, contractor management, governance, health and safety and statutory compliance.
About SchoolSafe Systems
SchoolSafe Systems was founded by myself, Paul Shehean, an education health and safety professional with over 25 years' experience and more than 15 years supporting schools.
Having worked directly within schools, I understand the practical challenges facing headteachers, school business managers and estates teams. The focus is not simply on identifying issues, but helping schools manage compliance in a practical and proportionate way.
Ready to Strengthen Your School's Compliance?
Whether you are looking for an independent review, ongoing compliance support or simply an initial conversation, SchoolSafe Systems can help.