Safety Officer

Sir Herbert Leon Academy; Tendring; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Tendring is seeking a dedicated Safety Officer to ensure the safe movement and well-being of students. Key responsibilities include managing pedestrian safety, maintaining site security, and administering first aid as required. The position offers a competitive salary of £24,499.74 and various benefits including a wellness cash plan and pension scheme. This role is integral to fostering a secure and supportive school environment while working closely with staff and students.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Generous benefits

Lifestyle perks such as gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in a safety or security role is preferred.
• Ability to work with children and staff effectively.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and first aid.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe movement of students at all times.
• Manage vehicle access and pedestrian safety.
• Maintain site security and provide support.
• Administer first aid and keep records.
• Drive the school minibus and ensure safety.

Skills

First Aid training

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage safety protocols

Job description

Safety Officer

Location: Pathfields Road
Clacton on Sea, Essex, CO15 3JL, United Kingdom

Employment: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 37 per week, 45 weeks per year
Start: Immediate

Salary: £24,499.74 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Posted on: 08/01/2026 – Application Deadline: 26/01/2026

Responsibilities

• Ensuring safe movement of students during arrival, departure and lesson changeovers
• Managing vehicle access and pedestrian safety, including the turning circle and crossings
• Maintaining site security, including gates, perimeters and visitor supervision
• Providing a visible presence to support behaviour, wellbeing and safeguarding
• Administering First Aid when required (training provided) and recording incidents
• Driving the school minibus and ensuring vehicles are clean, safe and roadworthy
• Working closely with staff to respond to emergencies and safety concerns

About Lift Clacton

Lift Clacton is a rapidly improving school at the heart of the community and recently achieved ‘Good’ (June 2024). The school has experienced significant growth and improvement with student numbers now over 1,500. We are committed to providing every child with an excellent education not as a privilege, but as a right. We maintain high expectations, foster a positive school culture, and offer clear teaching and learning practices coupled with a supportive senior leadership team.

Contact

To arrange a school visit or to find out more about the role, please contact Saran Vijay, School Operations Manager, at [e-mail]

Benefits

• Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, including online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.