Health And Safety Officer

St Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Academy Trust; Bury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-academy trust in the UK is seeking a proactive Health & Safety Officer to join its team. This role involves supporting the delivery of health and safety strategies, conducting audits, and engaging with staff for training. Candidates should have a NEBOSH General Certificate and previous health and safety experience, ideally in education. The position is an exciting opportunity to be part of a supportive environment focused on making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Supportive colleagues with a clear vision

Commitment to Continuous Professional Development

Welcoming working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a health and safety role, ideally within the education or public sector.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the Trust's Health & Safety strategy.
• Conduct audits, inspections and risk assessments across multiple sites.
• Advise senior leaders on statutory compliance.
• Lead on accident investigations and emergency planning.
• Deliver engaging health & safety training to staff.

Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Auditing and Inspections

Risk Assessment

Training Delivery

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

St Teresa of Calcutta Academy Trust Central Team are currently seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Health & Safety Officer to join our Central Team. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping and maintaining a safe, compliant and supportive environment across our schools and central office. As we continue our journey of growth and development, we are looking for someone who shares our values of Hope, Courage and Innovation, and who is committed to making a real difference in the lives of our children, young people and communities. Reporting to the Health & Safety Manager, you will:

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the Trust\'s Health & Safety strategy.
• Conduct audits, inspections and risk assessments across multiple sites.
• Advise senior leaders on statutory compliance (e.g. COSHH, RIDDOR, Fire Safety).
• Lead on accident investigations and emergency planning.
• Deliver engaging health & safety training to staff.
• Liaise with external agencies and contribute to capital projects from a safety perspective.

Qualifications

• Holds a NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.
• Has proven experience in a health and safety role, ideally within the education or public sector.
• Demonstrates strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Is confident delivering training and engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Has a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.

What We Offer

• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.
• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.
• Supportive colleagues with a clear vision and high aspirations for the trust.
• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.
• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.
• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.

Values and Mission

Our Trust Mission is simple, it is to make Christ known, making lives better for our communities, our children and young people. Our Values - One of Hope Inspired by St Teresa of Calcutta, we are people of hope. We have a complete belief in the future we will build together. By offering our children, staff and schools\' opportunities to grow and flourish, we make aspiration and ambition a reality. Our people, just like St Teresa are relentless and fiercely ambitious. We will always reach for that which seems to be just out of our grasp. One of Courage As modelled for us by St Teresa of Calcutta, we will have the courage to do what is right. As a community, we will not shy away from making decisions that ensure our communities thrive. We will be brave in our actions. As a truly Catholic organisation this courage will be most apparent in how we collectively support the most vulnerable. One of Innovation St Teresa of Calcutta changed the world. Together, we will always be pursuing new ideas and best practice in all areas of our work. We will prepare our children and young people for the world that awaits them. A world which they will shape and change.