Health & Safety Administrator

Trafford College; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 25,515 - 26,155; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days annual leave

Generous company pension contribution of 20.8%

Onsite Costa Coffee & Subsidies staff canteen

Employee Assistance Programme

Tailored Professional Development plan

Free onsite Parking

Job summary

Trafford College in Altrincham is seeking a Health and Safety Administrator to join their Estates team. This full-time position focuses on ensuring effective health and safety performance across multiple campuses. Candidates should possess experience in H&S management and preferably hold an IOSH Managing Safely qualification.

The role offers a salary between £25,515 and £26,155 per annum, along with an exceptional benefits package, including generous leave and pension contributions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in H&S management across an organization.
• Ability to implement and monitor H&S policies.
• Experience in managing First Aid and Fire Safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective health and safety performance.
• Support in management of Policies and Procedures.
• Assist Head of Health & Safety with various tasks.

Skills

IOSH Managing Safely qualification

H&S management experience

Effective communication skills

Administrative support

Job description

Health and Safety Administrator

Hours: 36.25 hours per week (full-time)

Salary: £25,515 - £26,155 per annum

Employer Pension Contribution: 15%

Location: Altrincham (travel will be required to other campuses across the group)

The Trafford & Stockport College Group (TSCG) has an opportunity for an experienced Health & Safety Administrator to join the Estates team to help us achieve our vision of unlocking potential and fostering success.

The Role

In this role you will undertake a range of duties to ensure effective health and safety performance in attaining the highest possible standards to help minimise and prevent risk.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Support in ensuring that all Policies and Procedures are developed to enable the achievement of strategic aims and objectives
• Support in the effective operation of internal Management Systems
• Work closely with the Head of Health & Safety to ensure that all issues relating to the Estates function are addressed and the responses are prioritised
• Support in the management of First Aid provision and Fire Safety Management
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with approved Contractors across the Group
• Arrange regular building evacuations, ensuring adequate arrangements are in place across all Campuses
• Provide effective administrative support to the Director of Premises and Estates Management Team
• Carry out any other duties that may be reasonably required, commensurate with the grade at the initial place of work or at other locations within the Group’s catchment area

About you

You will be an experienced H&S Administrator, who has proven experience in ensuring effective implementation and monitoring of all aspects of H&S management across the Group. An IOSH Managing Safely qualification is desirable but essential for the role.

Exceptional Benefits Package

At TSCG, we believe in rewarding our team for their dedication and hard work. Our exceptional benefits package is designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and overall job satisfaction while ensuring you are valued every step of the way.

• 40 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Generous company pension contribution of 20.8%
• Onsite Costa Coffee & Subsidies staff canteen
• Employee Assistance Programme that extends the supports to your family members
• Tailored Professional Development plan
• Free onsite Parking

All employees, including senior managers, will normally be appointed to the minimum point of the pay grade for the job. In certain cases, it may be appropriate to appoint to a higher point in the pay grade at the discretion of the Director of HR & Performance due to the candidate’s current salary, experience or qualifications.

Additional Requirements

The Trafford & Stockport College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment at the Trafford & Stockport College Group is subject to an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post in regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check. The Group will meet the costs associated with this. Please note that new guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 requires us to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on successful candidates.

Application Process

The role is open to direct applicants only.

We may not respond to every applicant due to high volume. If you have not been called for interview within 3 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Req Number: 114064

TSCG is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to being a Disability Confident Employer, all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the job, as set out in the job description and person specification, will be guaranteed an interview.