Health, Safety and Welfare Auditor

Leicestershire Education Business Company (LEBC); East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education support organization is seeking a qualified Health, Safety and Welfare professional in the East Midlands to conduct audits, support students in placements, and ensure safety standards. The role offers flexibility with home-based work and travel within Leicestershire. Candidates should have a NEBOSH certification and experience in safeguarding and auditing. The salary ranges from GBP29,000 to GBP33,000 based on qualifications and experience, along with excellent benefits.

Benefits

10% employer pension contribution

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working system (TOIL)

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of safeguarding young people.
• Proven experience in conducting audits.
• Ability to assess risk in various environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Health and Safety audits at various locations.
• Build relationships with placement hosts and educational partners.
• Carry out incident investigations and improve auditing procedures.

Skills

Understanding of safeguarding young people

Clear report writing skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Risk assessment

Education

NEBOSH National General Certificate

IOSH Managing Safely Certificate

Level 2 Safeguarding Certificate

Job description

Do you want to apply your Health and Safety and Safeguarding expertise to make a meaningful difference for young people in both educational and workplace settings?

LEBC is seeking a confident and qualified Health, Safety and Welfare professional to join our expanding team. This unique dual-role position is ideal for professionals with strong Health & Safety and Safeguarding experience, who are ready to support Alternative Provisions (AP) and businesses to host students on placements.

In this role, you will divide your time between conducting Health, Safety and Safeguarding audits at Alternative Provision centres and at local businesses. You'll ensure that both types of settings meet robust safety and welfare standards before young people begin their placements.

You will also build strong, professional relationships with placement hosts, employers, and educational partners, ensuring legal responsibilities are understood and that effective control measures are in place for each student's role and working environment.

In addition, you will contribute to continuous improvements in auditing procedures, carrying out incident investigations, and represent LEBC with professionalism and clarity in every setting.

Why Join LEBC?

• Play a pivotal role in safeguarding students while supporting their transition into the workplace
• Use your safeguarding, audit and risk management skills in both business and educational settings
• Join a supportive, collaborative team with a shared commitment to youth development
• Receive opportunities for further professional development and sector training
• Enjoy a home-based role with regular field visits and flexibility in scheduling
• Be part of a values-led organisation with a strong reputation in the region

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

• NEBOSH National General Certificate
• IOSH Managing Safely Certificate (Desirable)
• Level 3 Certificate in Fire Safety (IFE or NEBOSH), or willingness to obtain within 12 months (Desirable)
• Level 2 Safeguarding Certificate (Desirable)

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of safeguarding young people
• Clear and concise report writing and communication skills
• Excellent time management and diary organisation
• Reliable and accurate, able to meet high documentation standards
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently
• Confidence in engaging with a wide range of stakeholders
• Ability to assess risk and respond quickly with well-reasoned resolutions
• Familiarity with the 14-18 education system (Desirable)

Experience

• Proven experience in conducting audits across a variety of businesses
• Strong track record of completing detailed risk assessments (low to high risk environments)
• Experience with incident and accident investigations
• Experience assessing safeguarding risks in education or social care (Desirable)

Equal Opportunities

• Must be able to recognise and challenge discrimination in all its forms

Job Details:

• Home-based in Leicestershire with travel across Leicestershire and Northamptonshire
• GBP29,000 - GBP33,000 (depending on qualifications and experience)
• Full-time, permanent 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
• 10% employer pension contribution
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) flexible working system
• Driving Licence & Own Vehicle - Essential

To apply:

Please send your CV and a covering letter via the link provided & we will be in direct contact.