About
School Compliance Support From Someone Who Understands Schools
SchoolSafe Systems was founded by Paul Shehean, a health and safety professional with over 25 years' experience, including more than 15 years supporting schools and educational settings.
Having worked directly within educational settings, Paul understands the practical challenges facing headteachers, school business managers, governors and estates teams.
The focus is not simply on identifying issues, but helping schools manage compliance in a practical, proportionate and sustainable way.
My story
I'm Paul, an education health and safety professional with experience across independent schools, prep schools, early years settings and wider educational organisations.
SchoolSafe Systems was created to provide schools with practical compliance support that reflects the realities of busy educational environments.
As a one-person consultancy, every piece of work is delivered directly by me. There are no account managers, call centres or rotating consultants — just direct access to experienced advice and support from someone who understands schools.
My aim is simple: help schools reduce risk, maintain compliance and focus on providing excellent education.
What I value
Practical first
I give advice you can act on by Monday morning — not 200-page binders.
Education Focused
More than 15 years supporting schools, trusts and educational settings.
Independent
No products to sell, no upsells. Just honest, proportionate advice.
Plain English
Policies and reports written for headteachers and governors, not lawyers.
Why Choose SchoolSafe Systems
- 25+ years health & safety experience
- 15+ years supporting schools and education settings
- Experience across EYFS, primary, secondary and independent schools
- Practical advice tailored to education
- Direct access to an experienced professional
- Flexible remote and on-site support
Let's talk
Whether you need support with a specific compliance challenge or ongoing assistance throughout the year, I'd be happy to discuss how SchoolSafe Systems could help.
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