Health And Safety Officer

Post Title:
 Health & Safety Officer

Responsible to:
 Health & Safety Manager

Location:
 STOCCAT Central Office, Bury

Salary:
 Grade 6 SCP 19 – 24 Actual Salary £32,061 - £35,412

Term of Contract:
 Permanent

Working pattern
: Full year weeks per year)

Hours per week:
 Full time (37 hours per week)

Start date:
 January 2026

Closing date:
Sunday 9th November 2025

St Teresa of Calcutta Academy Trust Central Team are currently seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Health & Safety Officer to join our Central Team. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Trust at the beginning of a journey of transition, development, and growth within the multi-academy trust.

The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping and maintaining a safe, compliant and supportive environment across our schools and central office.

As we continue our journey of growth and development, we are looking for someone who shares our values of Hope, Courage and Innovation, and who is committed to making a real difference in the lives of our children, young people and communities.

Reporting to the Health & Safety Manager, you will:

• Support the delivery of the Trust's Health & Safety strategy,

• Conduct audits, inspections and risk assessments across multiple sites,

• Advise senior leaders on statutory compliance (e.g. COSHH, RIDDOR, Fire Safety),

• Lead on accident investigations and emergency planning,

• Deliver engaging health & safety training to staff,

• Liaise with external agencies and contribute to capital projects from a safety perspective.

This is a hands-on role requiring excellent communication, initiative and the ability to work independently across our Trust's schools.

Our Mission

Our Trust Mission is simple, it is to make Christ known, making lives better for our communities, our children and young people.

Our Values - One of Hope

Inspired by St Teresa of Calcutta, we are people of hope. We have a complete belief in the future we will build together. By offering our children, staff and schools' opportunities to grow and flourish, we make aspiration and ambition a reality. Our people, just like St Teresa are relentless and fiercely ambitious. We will always reach for that which seems to be just out of our grasp.

One of Courage

As modelled for us by St Teresa of Calcutta, we will have the courage to do what is right. As a community, we will not shy away from making decisions that ensure our communities thrive. We will be brave in our actions. As a truly Catholic organisation this courage will be most apparent in how we collectively support the most vulnerable.

One of Innovation

St Teresa of Calcutta changed the world. Together, we will always be pursuing new ideas and best practice in all areas of our work. We will prepare our children and young people for the world that awaits them. A world which they will shape and change.

We are seeking an individual who:

• Holds a NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.

• Has proven experience in a health and safety role, ideally within the education or public sector.

• Demonstrates strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Is confident delivering training and engaging with stakeholders at all levels.

• Has a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.

We can offer:

• A working environment where all feel valued and respected.

• Highly effective safeguarding procedures.

• Supportive colleagues with a clear vision and high aspirations for the trust.

• A highly dedicated and inspirational team.

• A commitment to relevant, personalised Continuous Professional Development.

• A happy, calm and welcoming working environment.

• Generous 22.7% Local Government Pension scheme employer contribution.

• Recognition of continuous Local Government service (where applicable).

• Free onsite parking.

• Free onsite gym.

• Generous annual leave allowance.

• Convenient location in Bury town centre.

• A variety of onsite events, including weekly pop-up shops.

Commitment to Safeguarding:

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1074 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check including Children's barred list check and satisfactory references, including your suitability to work with children. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at or alternatively a copy is available on request. Applications will only be considered from individual applicants on our standard application form, and not via CV alone or agencies. An online search will be performed on all shortlisted applicants in accordance with the Trust's safeguarding procedures and Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a form for self-disclosure of cautions and convictions.