Compliance Officer (Schools)
Wirral Council is a place where you can genuinely make a difference, guided by strong organisational values that shape everything we do. Our values—ambitious, professional, resident‑focused and accountable—act as our organisational DNA, influencing how we work, lead and support one another every day. We take pride in delivering great services, acting with integrity, building positive relationships, and always putting residents first, creating a supportive and inclusive culture where everyone can “be the best we can be”. With our beautiful surroundings, ambitious future plans, and a commitment to empowering staff to #BeTheDifference, Wirral Council offers an inspiring environment to grow your career and make a lasting impact.
About the role
We are seeking an organised, proactive, and compliance‑focused Compliance Officer to support the safe and efficient management of our school estate. This role plays a key part in ensuring that all schools remain fully compliant with statutory, regulatory, and best practice requirements across a wide range of building safety disciplines. It is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their compliance career within a varied and rewarding education environment.
Key responsibilities
- Support the safe and efficient management of the school estate.
- Ensure full compliance with statutory, regulatory, and best practice requirements across building safety disciplines.
- Co‑ordinate compliance activities and maintain up‑to‑date records of safety inspections and risk assessments.
- Assist in the development and review of policies and procedures relating to building safety and asset management.
- Provide guidance and support to school staff on health and safety matters.
About the candidate
We are looking for a motivated and detail‑driven individual with a strong interest in compliance, asset management, and building safety within an educational sector setting. The successful candidate will have:
- Experience in a facilities, compliance, asset management or estates support role, ideally within education, local government, or a similar multi‑building environment.
- A willingness to work towards recognised professional membership.
- Enthusiasm for building safety, asset management and ensuring high standards across a diverse school estate.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
If you would like to have an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Simon Parrott, Senior Facilities Manager (Schools) at simonparrott@wirral.gov.uk.
Interviews to be held week commencing 20th April 2026.
This post requires a DBS check. The Safer Recruitment & Employment Policy and the Disclosures for Recruitment Procedure can be found at https://www.wirral.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/job-vacancies/safer-recruitment-and-employment.
Please be advised that this role does not meet the requirements of a skilled worker visa as set out by UK Visas and Immigration. For details regarding the salary of a skilled worker visa please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list/skilled-worker-visa-immigration-salary-list.
Working at Wirral
Our values are more than just pieces of paper on walls—they reflect the pride we have in what we do. We prioritise staff wellbeing, recognise and reward achievements, and offer a strong flexible and hybrid working approach. Staff benefits include generous pension contributions, immediate life cover and ill‑health protection, and an annual leave package starting at 28 days plus public holidays.
We foster an inclusive, engaged culture where everyone has a voice and is valued for their contribution. We actively encourage people from diverse backgrounds who share our values and commitment to inclusion to apply for roles with us.
Applications can only be accepted through the Jobs page following registration; forms received via post will not be processed. All applicants invited to interview must evidence their right to work in the UK.
We do not accept applications or CVs from recruitment agencies unless otherwise stated, and applications from agencies will not be considered.
Salary range
- £32,061 – £35,412 per year
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