Health and Safety Officer

The Supply Register; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Health & Safety Officer for a part-time role at NCG West Lancashire College. The position involves conducting health and safety inspections, providing training, and supporting compliance in an educational environment. Ideal candidates will hold a NEBOSH qualification, a current DBS, and have experience in health or education settings. This temporary role offers flexible hours and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Qualified to NEBOSH standard (minimum requirement).
• Holds a current DBS issued within the last 12 months.
• Experienced in education or health and social care settings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine health and safety inspections and audits.
• Review and assist with risk assessments and safety documentation.
• Provide advice and support on health and safety enquiries.

Skills

NEBOSH qualification

Experience in education or health and social care

Strong communication skills

Proactive in safety promotion

Job description

Health & Safety Officer (Part Time, 6 Month Contract)

Location: West Lancashire College

Rate: £20 £22 per hour (equivalent to £40k FTE) plus holiday pay

Hours: 2 3 days per week (flexible days)

Contract: Temporary, 6 months

The Supply Register is proud to be working in partnership with NCG West Lancashire College to recruit an experienced Health & Safety Officer to support the College on a wide range of health and safety matters.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and knowledgeable Health & Safety professional to play a key role in maintaining compliance, promoting best practice, and supporting staff and students across the College.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine health and safety inspections and audits to ensure compliance with NCG policies and procedures
• Review and assist with the completion of risk assessments, COSHH assessments, and other safety documentation
• Provide advice and support on health and safety enquiries from staff, students, and contractors
• Deliver health and safety training and briefings to College staff
• Investigate accidents and incidents, ensuring appropriate follow up actions are taken
• Support and contribute to College Health & Safety Committee meetings and prepare relevant reports
• Assist the Estates Department with fire safety, including fire drills, risk assessments, and emergency procedures
• Monitor PPMs and statutory compliance documentation to maintain high safety standards
• Stay up to date with relevant legislation and best practice in occupational health and safety

About You

• Qualified to NEBOSH standard (minimum requirement)
• Holds a current DBS (issued within the last 12 months or registered on the update service)
• Experienced in education or health and social care settings and able to consider reasonable adjustments for students
• Confident in reviewing risk assessments, implementing safety inspections, and managing accident investigations
• Knowledgeable in statutory compliance and planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
• A strong communicator, organised, and proactive in promoting a safe working environment

If you are an experienced Health & Safety professional looking for a flexible, impactful role within education, we would love to hear from you.

Contact:

Ruth Sprawson

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