Campus Safety and Transport Officer

Richard Huish College; Taunton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Richard Huish College in Taunton is seeking a proactive Campus Safety and Transport Officer to maintain a safe, welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors. The role combines campus safety, student support, incident response and transport coordination.

Applicants should be well-organised, approachable and flexible, with a full UK driving licence for vehicles you may need to drive. The College values high standards of service and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Confident when working with young people and colleagues.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and respond calmly to incidents.
• Proactive approach to campus safety and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors.
• Respond to incidents and emergencies calmly and effectively.
• Coordinate transport arrangements as required.
• Support College appraisal and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal with students and staff

Prioritisation

Calm under pressure

Campus safety awareness

Independent worker

Team player

Professional development

Tools

Full UK driving licence (manual & automatic)

Job description

We are seeking a proactive, approachable and well-organised Campus Safety and Transport Officer to help maintain a safe, welcoming and respectful environment for our students, staff and visitors.

This is a varied, hands-on role that combines campus safety, student support, incident response and transport coordination. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, flexible and committed to helping ensure the College is a safe and positive place to learn and work. A full, valid UK driving licence suitable for the vehicles you will be required to drive, including manual and automatic vehicles, is essential., We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Is approachable and confident when working with young people and a wide range of colleagues and visitors.
• Can manage competing priorities and respond calmly and effectively to incidents and unexpected situations.
• Has a proactive approach to campus safety, security and safeguarding.
• Can work independently and as part of a wider team.
• Is flexible, enthusiastic and committed to maintaining high standards of service.
• Is willing to undertake professional development and participate in the College's appraisal process.
• A full, valid UK driving licence suitable for the vehicles you will be required to drive, including manual and automatic vehicles, is essential.