Overview
We have a full‑time, temporary opportunity for a Health and Safety Technical Assistant. The role lasts 12 months, covering maternity leave or the return of the substantive postholder.
Responsibilities
You will act as an initial point of contact for internal and external Health and Safety queries, providing advice, guidance and support to colleagues, managers and employees on Health and Safety policy and development. You will resolve issues at first contact where possible or escalated to the relevant contact person as appropriate.
Qualifications
You must have NVQ 3 in Business Administration or an equivalent relevant qualification, and experience of working in an office environment.
Offer and Benefits
We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years’ continuous local government service), membership of the contributory Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone, making employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled and neuro‑divergent people and offer support throughout the recruitment process.
Salary: £26,403 to £28,598 p.a. (Grade 5)Location: Durham, DurhamSector: Education
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