We operate a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than one made in English.
Please note that the advertised salary for this position is subject to a pending pay award. The final salary will be adjusted in line with the nationally agreed pay award.
Are you experienced in working with schools and other services regarding the health and safety of young people and staff during off-site and adventurous activities?
Join the busy Health and Safety Team and help ensure the continued management, support, and guidance are provided to those organising activities in our Schools and Youth Services.
Using your knowledge of the OEAP (Outdoor Education Advisers’ Panel) policies and guidance, you will provide specialist advice and guidance on risk management and assessment in the context of educational visits, including adventure activities, trips, and overseas visits. Working with key officers, you will monitor the health and safety management of visits, which will include observing activities and visits, monitoring the work of Educational Visit Co-ordinators, oversight and management of the EVOLVE system, and following up on areas of concern.
This is an exciting opportunity that requires enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and commitment. An excellent communicator, you will work in partnership with a range of services and teams and be the Council’s nominated representative within the OEAP.
Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, considering the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please feel free to contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.
What we offer
* Work-life balance
* Lifestyle savings scheme
* Generous employer pension scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Learning and development
Where you'll work
People and Organisation
We support the organisation in attracting, developing, and retaining a workforce that will deliver services of the highest quality to the citizens of Ceredigion. Our key responsibilities include:
* Human Resources Advice and Administration: Contracts, Absence, Appraisals, Disciplinaries, Grievance, Job evaluation, Managing change, Recruitment and onboarding.
* Health, Safety and Wellbeing: Advice, Compliance, Risk assessments.
* Learning and Development: E-learning, Events, Qualifications panel, Training.
* Engagement and Wellbeing: Ceri+, Internal Communications, Recruitment Marketing.
* Pay and Benefits: Payroll, Pensions, Timesheets.
* Systems: Ceri System and Development, Data and Reporting.
Canolfan Rheidol, our Aberystwyth office, is an award-winning building. The office, with its open-plan design, provides an excellent space for collaborative working.
Aberystwyth is a lively university town, seaside resort with a promenade and pier, and the setting of the atmospheric TV drama Hinterland.
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