At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead health and safety initiatives across schools, ensuring compliance and building a safety culture.
- Company: Bridgwater College Academy, committed to community and safety.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, local government pension, and employee support programmes.
- Other info: Join a diverse team that values equality and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in school safety and support diverse communities.
- Qualifications: NEBOSH Diploma and significant experience in health and safety roles.
The predicted salary is between 37562 - 37562 £ per year.
Bridgwater College Academy, Bridgwater.
Salary: £34,734 rising to £37,562 per annum.
Hours: 27.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.
Type: Part time, all year round.
Contract: Permanent.
Job Overview
As the Trust's Designated Competent Person for Health and Safety, you will work directly with leaders across a diverse family of schools, providing strategic advice, driving compliance, and building a safety culture.
Responsibilities
- Act as the Trust's Designated Competent Person for Health and Safety.
- Provide strategic advice and assurance to senior leaders, the Trust Executive Team and Trustees.
- Develop and embed our Trust-wide health and safety strategy.
- Lead audits, inspections and assurance activity across multiple sites.
- Maintain oversight of our compliance risk profile and statutory obligations.
- Investigate incidents and ensure organisational learning follows.
- Support leaders through critical incidents and emergency situations.
- Work alongside estates colleagues to provide independent assurance on premises compliance.
- Deliver training that builds capability rather than dependence.
- Provide oversight of educational visits and off-site learning arrangements.
Qualifications
- A NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent Level 6 qualification).
- Significant experience in a senior health and safety role within a complex, multi‑site environment.
- Experience advising senior leaders and governing bodies.
- Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and best practice.
- Experience of audits, investigations and assurance frameworks.
- The credibility to support, challenge and influence leaders at every level.
Benefits
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme and counselling support.
- Flexible working conversations from day one.
- Free parking.
- TrustEd employee rewards.
- The opportunity to work with colleagues who genuinely care about the communities they serve.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under‑represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Contact: Steve Redman, Head of Operations.
Health and Safety Manager in Bridgwater employer: Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust
Bridgwater College Academy is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its staff. With a strong commitment to fostering a supportive work culture, employees benefit from flexible working arrangements, a Local Government Pension Scheme, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme. The Academy values diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the community they serve.
Contact Details:
Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust Recruitment Team
