Health & Safety Advisor

Chichester College Group; Bosham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Bosham is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and provide guidance to staff and external employers. The successful candidate will promote a positive safety culture and ensure a safe working environment. A NEBOSH National Certificate is essential. This role offers benefits like a local government pension scheme and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave, increasing to 28

Discount schemes

Family friendly policies

Continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Must have a NEBOSH qualification.
• Proven experience in conducting risk assessments.
• Up-to-date knowledge of health and safety laws.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Health & Safety in compliance.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture.
• Ensure a safe working and learning environment.

Skills

Knowledge of health and safety legislation

Risk assessment skills

Education

NEBOSH National Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

Job description

Chichester College, part of the Chichester College Group, is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will assist the Head of Health & Safety in ensuring our Colleges comply with all health and safety legislation and provide advice and guidance on health and safety matters to internal employees and external employers.

Responsibilities:

As our Health & Safety Advisor, you will play a key role in promoting a positive health and safety culture and ensuring our staff and students have a safe working and learning environment.

Requirements:

A NEBOSH (National Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety) is an essential requirement. The ideal candidate will have a track record of ensuring appropriate risk assessments are undertaken in a timely and efficient manner, and a detailed and up-to-date knowledge of the HASWA and all other Health and Safety legislation.

What We Offer:

• Local Government Pension Scheme with a 20.4% employer contribution.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days with continuous service, plus bank holidays and college closure days.
• Discount schemes including shopping, restaurants, travel, and onsite facilities.
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
• Continuous professional development opportunities including development days and funded apprenticeships.

We actively encourage applications from those seeking part-time roles, job shares, or other flexible working arrangements. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Closing date: 27 October 2025

Interview date: TBC

Equal Opportunities:

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.