Who You Are You are a dedicated professional with a keen understanding of health and safety legislation, and a passion for promoting a safe working environment. You are a self-starter who can work independently, maintain thorough knowledge through continuous professional development, and provide practical advice and guidance to colleagues. You possess excellent communication skills, both oral and written, and can adapt quickly to frequent change and challenges. Your experience includes working in occupational health and safety within large complex organizations, local authorities, educational settings, or construction/facilities management. What the Job Involves The role involves supporting the Health & Safety Senior Officer in implementing the Council’s Health & Safety Strategy and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. You will conduct audits, identify areas of non-compliance, support the development of policies, and provide advice to colleagues and schools. You will monitor incident reporting, support investigations, and liaise with enforcement authorities. Additionally, you will participate in the development of training plans and improvement strategies, and provide feedback and reports on health and safety performance. The role also includes undertaking Radiation Protection Officer duties and deputizing for the Health & Safety Senior Officer when required. Skills NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Certified or Chartered Membership of IOSH Experience in occupational health and safety Knowledge of building safety regulations Strong Microsoft Office skills Excellent attention to detail and communication skills Ability to write coherent reports Driving license and access to a vehicle