Introduction
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with the addition of our London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Position Details
Full time permanent
Location: York
Salary: £34,610- £39,906 per annum
The Team
The Health & Safety team sits within the Governance & Compliance directorate and is responsible for creating a health and safety culture and ethos across the University. This includes conducting risk assessments, investigating accidents, carrying out audits and checks, developing policies and codes of practice, advising on best practice and compliance, and delivering training.
The Role
This is an exciting new role that will support the Health & Safety Adviser in coordinating health and safety compliance across York St John University, including leading on a range of projects. The post holder will play a key role in providing expert knowledge to ensure compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and will develop and promote a positive health and safety culture through pro‑active advice and guidance across the University.
Required Skills & Experience
The successful candidate will have significant knowledge and experience in delivering health and safety in a complex work environment, with the ability to communicate, advise and train a vast range of stakeholders.
Additional Information
For informal enquiries, please contact Matt Bellew at gov.complaince@yorksj.ac.uk.
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.
This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship, but we welcome applications from those able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
We offer a range of family‑friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from under‑represented backgrounds. We consider all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
Application Process Support
We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form, there is an opportunity to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage. Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Our aim is to get to know you and understand how you would apply your skills and experience to this role.
Our Benefits Package
* Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
* Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
* Pension scheme
* Health Cash Plan after six months service
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
* On‑campus courses, one‑to‑one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
* Relocation expenses package for certain roles
* Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)
Further Information About Life At YSJ
Our attached 'further information' document provides insight into our culture, achievements and employee testimonials.
Read more about our culture, inclusive community, working arrangements and benefits for York St John employees.
Read the latest news, views and stories from our staff and students.
Read about our commitment to managing and reducing our environmental impact and promoting sustainable development wherever we can.
Closing Date
Friday 06 March 2026 at midnight
Provisional Interview Date
Friday 27 March 2026
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