Health & Safety Officer

Teaching Vacancies; Bury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-academy trust in Bury is seeking a Health & Safety Officer to enhance safety across schools. This role involves strategy delivery, conducting audits, and training staff. Candidates should hold a NEBOSH General Certificate, have relevant experience, and possess strong organizational and communication skills. The position offers a supportive environment and various benefits including gym access and generous leave allowances.

Benefits

Generous Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution

Free onsite parking

Free onsite gym

Generous annual leave allowance

Various onsite events

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a health and safety role, ideally within the education or public sector.
• Confident delivering training and engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• 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 knowledge

Training delivery

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Post Title: Health & Safety Officer

Responsible to: Health & Safety Manager

Location: STOCCAT Central Office, Bury

Salary: Grade 6 SCP 19 – 24 Actual Salary £32,061 - £35,412

Term of Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full year (52.143 weeks per year)

Hours per week: Full time (37 hours per week)

Start date: January 2026

Closing date: Sunday 5th October 2025

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.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Health & Safety Manager, you will:
  • 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

This is a hands-on role requiring excellent communication, initiative and the ability to work independently across our Trust’s schools.

What we’re looking for / 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 the school offers

• 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
• Generous 22.7% Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution
• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable)
• Free onsite parking
• Free onsite gym
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Convenient location in Bury town centre
• A variety of onsite events, including weekly pop-up shops

Our Mission and Values

Our Mission is simple: 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 strive for growth and ambition for our children, staff and schools.
• One of Courage – We will do what is right and support the vulnerable in our communities.
• One of Innovation – We pursue new ideas and best practice to prepare children and young people for the future.

Commitment to safeguarding

This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended 2013). All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children’s barred list check and satisfactory references. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice: www.gov.uk/dbs. All applicants must complete the standard application form. An online search will be performed on shortlisted applicants in accordance with safeguarding procedures and KCSIE statutory guidance. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a self-disclosure form for cautions/convictions.