Trainee Assessor - Health, Safety & Welfare

Looking for your next step in a career that makes a real difference? Want to work in a people-focused role with the opportunity to gain industry-recognised qualifications and grow into a permanent Safeguarding Officer role? LEBC is offering a unique 6-month Trainee Assessor position, designed to equip you with the skills, confidence, and certification to progress into a vital safeguarding role. If you\’ve got a background working with young people or experience in health and safety, this could be your opportunity to build a career with meaning and momentum. As a Trainee Assessor, you\’ll begin by shadowing experienced colleagues and gradually take on the responsibility of visiting local businesses to support health, safety and safeguarding checks at businesses across the City and County before they take students on work experience placements. You\’ll be trained to assess working environments and identify risks before students attend. Alongside this, you\’ll engage with employers to agree placement descriptors and promote wider LEBC services. This is a hands-on, business-facing role where no two days are the same and you\’ll be fully supported every step of the way. Why Join LEBC? A structured 6-month training plan to prepare you for the full Safeguarding Officer role (starting salary post-training: £27,000) Comprehensive support to complete the IOSH Managing Safely Certificate within the first six months A full-time, salaried position from day one A collaborative and supportive team culture that values innovation and development Flexible working and generous time-off arrangements, including 33 days total leave per year Company pension contribution of 10% and paid business mileage You\’ll be contributing to a respected organisation that values safeguarding, quality, and youth opportunity, while building a rewarding, long-term career. Person Specification Qualifications & Training Willingness to complete the IOSH Managing Safely Certificate within the first 6 months of employment Skills & Knowledge A personable, team player able to prioritise own workload and manage own diary to support team objectives and priorities. Good spoken and written communication skills, including preparation of visit reports; emails; face-to-face interactions with colleagues and customers/stakeholders. Good problem-solving skills and able to work well under pressure to make sound judgements and establish resolutions as required. Able to work accurately and reliably, including good competency in the use of standard Microsoft Office Products (Word, Basic Excel, Outlook) A good telephone and in person manner. Knowledge of current educational developments taking place for 14-19-year-olds. Desirable Experience Any prior experience in risk assessment, safeguarding, health and safety, or working with young people Desirable Equal Opportunities Must be able to recognise and respond appropriately to discrimination in all its forms Job Details: Home-based in Leicestershire with daily travel Salary: £25,000 – £26,000 (depending on experience) Hours: Full-time, permanent (37.5 hrs/week, Monday to Friday) 10% employer pension 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays Flexible TOIL system How to Apply Please send your CV and a covering letter via the link provided & we will be in direct contact