Salary - £15.70 per hour
Hours - Ad- hoc, when required
Contract - Variable
Location - Multiple Sites
Closing Date - 4th January 2026
The Role
Are you a Health & Safety professional who enjoys getting out of the office and meeting new people? We are looking for a proactive Health & Safety Officer to play a vital role in our students' futures.
This isn't your typical "desk-bound" H&S role. You will be the face of the College for local employers, ensuring that every work placement we offer is safe, compliant, and high-quality. You'll be visiting a huge variety of workplaces-from high-tech offices to industrial sites-carrying out risk assessments and building strong professional relationships.
Your Mission:
* On the Road: You'll travel across the region to conduct H&S checks, ensuring our partner employers provide a safe and welcoming environment for our students.
* Building Relationships: You'll act as a consultant for employers, providing them with essential policies on Safeguarding and Prevent while securing great placements.
* Meticulous Management: Back at base (or working remotely), you'll keep our CRM systems updated, ensuring every student's placement is backed by perfect paperwork.
* Problem Solver: You'll be the first port of call if concerns arise during a placement, working quickly to resolve issues and maintain our high standards.
Why You'll Love This Role:
* Total Variety: No two days are the same. One day you might be at a creative agency; the next, you could be at a construction firm.
* Autonomy: We trust your expertise. You'll have the freedom to manage your own diary, prioritise your visits, and work independently.
* Make a Real Impact: By ensuring these placements are safe and successful, you are directly helping students gain the experience they need to launch their careers.
* Benefits: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme and a fully-funded enhanced DBS check.
What You'll Need to Bring:
You're the perfect fit if you are methodical, observant, and great at talking to people at all levels.
The Essentials:
* Qualifications: You must hold an IOSH qualification (or equivalent) and have a good standard of IT literacy.
* The Drive: A valid driving license and access to your own vehicle are essential, as you'll be visiting various sites.
* The Know-How: Solid knowledge of H&S law and Safeguarding, particularly concerning young people and T-Levels.
* The Personality: You're a "people person" who can remain objective and professional, even in challenging situations.
Ready to help us shape the workforce of tomorrow?
If you have an eye for detail and a passion for safety, we'd love to meet you.
IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.