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Estates Health & Safety Compliance Officer

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Facilities Management
  • Wakefield

Requirements

  • Ability to communicate and engage with people both verbal and in written in a clear and concise way to senior staff within the schools and Central Team.
  • Experience in a Health & Safety or Facilities Management role is preferable, but not essential
  • Experience of working within a school setting would be an advantage
  • ITT literate with a working ability to use key IT software to present work to a high standard
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office/Word/Excel/Access/PowerPoint
  • The role will involve some travel to the schools within the Trust so you must be willing to travel.
  • We need a committed team player with excellent organisational skills - with the ability to multitask and manage conflicting priorities.

Responsibilities

  • This newly created role will join our Central Team, working with the Trust Estates Manager to provide essential administrative, operational, and compliance support for the Trust’s Estates team, with responsibility for managing a range of estates, facilities, and health & safety functions.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Estates Health & Safety Compliance Officer.

What organization is hiring for this role?

Enhance Academy Trust is hiring for this role, and the position is being advertised by Kirklees Council.

Where is the job located?

The job is located at Unit 7 The Office Campus, Paragon Business Park, Red Hall Court, Wakefield, WF1 2UY.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours for this position are 37 hours per week, all year round.

What is the salary range for this role?

The salary range for this role is NJC SCP 12-18, which is £27,711 to £30,559.

What are the key responsibilities of the Estates Health & Safety Compliance Officer?

The key responsibilities include providing administrative, operational, and compliance support for the Trust’s Estates team, managing a range of estates, facilities, and health & safety functions.

Is experience in a Health & Safety or Facilities Management role required?

Experience in a Health & Safety or Facilities Management role is preferable but not essential.

Will the successful candidate need to travel?

Yes, the role will involve some travel to the schools within the Trust.

What qualifications or skills are preferred for applicants?

Preferred qualifications include the ability to communicate clearly, experience within a school setting, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to multitask.

What employee benefits are offered?

Employee benefits include membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme, physical and mental health support, GP consultations, free annual flu jabs, a Wellbeing Day, and trained Mental Health First Aiders in all settings.

How can one apply for this job?

To apply for this vacancy, applicants should visit the Enhance Academy Trust Recruitment Portal.

What is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is Friday, 14th February 2025, at 12:00 PM.

What is the interview date for this role?

The interview date for this role is Wednesday, 26th February 2025.

What are the conditions of employment regarding safeguarding?

Employment is conditional on the successful applicant undertaking an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, as the Trust has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Is there a specific eligibility requirement for working in the UK?

Yes, employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK, either as a UK or Irish citizen, or under the EU Settlement scheme.

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Mission & Purpose

We want the best possible candidates to apply for jobs with Kirklees Council. To do this we widely advertise our vacancies and offer a modern, fair recruitment procedure. We strongly believe that Kirklees Council is a good employer, providing excellent terms and conditions to our employees. All we ask in return is that you give us your best in helping us provide high quality services to people who live or work in the area, or who come to visit the district. We are a metropolitan single tier authority, the 13th biggest local authority in the UK in terms of population. We have an elected Leader and Cabinet structure, and a very talented and dedicated workforce across five directorates: Children and Young People Place Resources Communities, Transformation and Change Commissioning, Public Health and Adult Social Care