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Somerset Council

Schools Compliance Assistant

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · On-site

$25k–$25k/yr

Mid level

Schools Compliance Assistant Closing date: 12 July 2026 Salary: £24,796 - £25,185 per annum. Term-time weeks only. Role summary You’ll be providing a frontline compliance service across a large portfolio of schools and c…

Skills: Portable Appliance Testing, Legionella Monitoring, Electrical Safety, Data Recording, Stakeholder Management

Somerset Council

Business Support Assistant

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · On-site

$25k–$25k/yr

Mid level

Business Support Assistant – Public Health Closing date: 08/07/2026 Fixed-term contract until 30/09/2027 Salary: £24,796- £25,185 per annum. Role summary Are you organised, approachable and confident working with a wide …

Skills: Microsoft 365, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Minute Taking

Somerset Council

Environmental Health Support Officer

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · On-site

$25k–$26k/yr

Mid level

Closing date: 6 July 2026 Salary: Grade 14 ranging from £25,185 to £25,989 per annum Join Somerset Council as an Environmental Health Support Officer Are you looking for a varied and meaningful role where you can make a …

Skills: Case Management, Customer Service, Database Administration, Regulatory Compliance, Problem Solving

Somerset Council

Procurement Support Assistant

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · On-site

$25k–$25k/yr

Entry level

Business Support Assistant - Procurement Closing date: 07 July 2026 Fixed-term contract until 31/03/2027 Salary: £24,796- £25,185 per annum. Role summary You’ll be providing general administrative support to the procurem…

Skills: Administrative Support, Microsoft 365, Minute Taking, Client Management Systems, Spreadsheets

Somerset Council

Welfare Manager

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

Senior

Closing date: 29/06/2026 Salary: Grade 8, £49,282 per annum Bring your experience, leadership and ambition to a role where you can truly shape the future of welfare services in Somerset. This is an opportunity for an est…

Skills: Strategic Leadership, Housing Benefit Regulations, Council Tax Reduction, Financial Planning, Performance Management

Somerset Council

Clinical Business Operations Assistant

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · On-site

$25k–$25k/yr

Entry level

Closing date: 5 July 2026 Interview Dates: 13th / 14th July Salary: £24,796- £25,185 per annum. Location: Council Offices, Cannards Grave Road, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5BT Role summary You’ll be providing general administrat…

Skills: Microsoft 365, Administrative Support, Data Handling, Client Management Systems, Communication

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Legal Administrator

Bristol, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Entry level

Job Title: Legal Administrator Ready to take your career to the next level? We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and ambition. Join us, and let’s shap…

Skills: Administrative Support, Case Management Systems, Client Communication, Anti Money Laundering Compliance, Due Diligence

Somerset Council

Regeneration Operations Lead

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

$42k–$46k/yr

Senior

Closing date: 1 July 2026 Salary: Grade 9, ranging from £41,771 - £46,142 per annum Fixed-term position until June 2028 Role summary: The Regeneration Operations Lead plays a key role in ensuring the successful delivery …

Skills: Programme Management, Governance And Assurance, Risk Management, Procurement, Contract Management

Somerset Council

Governance Service Delivery Officer

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

$20k–$23k/yr

Mid level

Closing date: 29 June 2026 Salary: Grade 13, ranging from £20,291 - £22,513 per annum for 29.6 hours per week. Role summary: As a Governance Service Delivery Officer, you will provide expert governance, compliance and ad…

Skills: Governance Support, Compliance Monitoring, Stakeholder Management, Regulatory Advisory, Training Development

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Healthcare Support Worker (Bank)

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Healthcare Support Worker Taunton Hospital | Nursing | Bank | Ad Hoc £12.84 per hour Nuffield Health is the UK’s largest Healthcare Charity. From our innovative healthcare and leisure facilities to our community access p…

Skills: Patient Care, Administrative Duties, Computer Skills, Database Management, Telephone Manner

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Bank Healthcare Support Worker

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Mid level

Healthcare Support Worker Taunton Hospital | Nursing | Bank | Part time | Includes weekend work | Up to £13.50 per hour depending on experience Nuffield Health is the UK’s largest Healthcare Charity. From our innovative …

Skills: Patient Care, Administrative Duties, Computer Skills, Database Management, Telephone Manner

Somerset Council

Business Operations Assistant

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

$12k–$13k/yr

Entry level

Closing date: 29 June 2026 Salary: Grade 15, Ranging from £12,398 - £12,592.50 per annum for 18.5 hours a week. Role summary As a Business Operations Assistant you will provide accurate, well‑organised administrative and…

Skills: Payment Processing, Financial Record Keeping, Administrative Support, Data Entry, Customer Service

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QA Technical Clerk

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Entry level

Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider, supporting customers across the chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables and food & …

Skills: Quality Assurance, Clerical Support, Documentation

Somerset Council

Transformation Business Partner

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

Senior

Closing date: 28 June 2026 Salary: Grade 7, £55,101 per annum Interview date: 13 & 14 July 2026 As part of your application, please provide a supporting statement (maximum 4 pages) outlining your experience and how you m…

Skills: Transformation Management, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Programme Management

Schools Compliance Assistant

Somerset Council

Taunton, England, United Kingdom • On-site

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  • $25k–$25k/yr
  • Full-time
  • high school, professional certificate
  • 25 Days Of Annual Leave, Bank Holidays
  • Posted 2d ago
  • Apply by Jul 12
  • ~37 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Ensure statutory safety requirements for electrical equipment and water systems are met across a portfolio of schools. This involves conducting portable appliance testing, legionella monitoring, and coordinating with site managers to maintain safe environments.

Requirements

Requires an NVQ qualification in electrical testing and GCSEs in English and Maths. Candidates must possess a full driving licence, access to a vehicle, and experience in compliance monitoring or electrical safety.

Full job description

Schools Compliance Assistant

Closing date: 12 July 2026

Salary: £24,796 - £25,185 per annum.

Term-time weeks only.

 

Role summary

You’ll be providing a frontline compliance service across a large portfolio of schools and council establishments.

You will be responsible for ensuring that statutory safety requirements for electrical equipment and water systems are constantly met. This will include carrying out portable appliance testing and legionella monitoring activities, identifying risks and taking appropriate action to maintain safe environments for staff, pupils and visitors.

You’ll be working independently across multiple sites, with responsibility for planning and delivering an efficient programme of visits. You’ll be liaising with site managers and headteachers to coordinate access and communicate findings.

 

What you’ll do - key responsibilities

  • Legionella Monitoring – undertaking measurement of water temperatures at selected outlets to ensure safe and satisfactory conditions.
  • Equipment testing and minor electrical repairs, marking any failed electrical equipment clearly.
  • Take an active role in the design of the termly work programme.
  • Record test results accurately and label all electrical items supplied or tested. Notify adverse results and defective equipment to the site manager and/or head teacher.
  • Provide reports back to the Site Manager and/or Head Teacher which include information regarding safe use and operation of electrical equipment or water systems.

 

What we’re looking for – knowledge, experience & skills

Essential

  • GCSE passes to include English and Maths or equivalent NVQ / experience.
  • NVQ qualification in electrical testing.
  • Sound knowledge of basic electrical safety principles and compliance requirements relating to portable appliance testing and legionella monitoring.
  • Understanding of health and safety responsibilities when working across multiple sites and environments.
  • Knowledge of accurate data recording requirements and the importance of maintaining asset registers and compliance records.
  • Experience of delivering a customer-focused service, including liaising with a range of stakeholders such as site staff or managers.
  • Experience of working independently across multiple locations or managing a varied workload.
  • Experience of recording information accurately and using digital systems to input and retrieve data.
  • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise a programme of site visits effectively.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to explain technical information clearly to non-technical users.
  • Ability to use IT systems confidently, including laptops and data recording tools, to support service delivery.
  • A full driving licence and access to vehicle required.

 

Desirable

  • Knowledge of relevant legislation or guidance relating to electrical safety and water hygiene (e.g. legionella control).
  • Awareness of property compliance requirements within schools or public sector environments.
  • Understanding of basic maintenance techniques for electrical equipment.
  • Experience of carrying out portable appliance testing, legionella monitoring or similar compliance checks.
  • Experience of working within schools, estates, or a public sector property environment.
  • Experience of undertaking minor repairs or basic maintenance tasks.
  • Ability to analyse test results and identify issues requiring remedial action.
  • Practical problem-solving skills when dealing with faulty equipment or site constraints.
  • Ability to build positive working relationships with customers across multiple sites.

 

Additional Information  

  • This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week.
  • This is a term-time only position, working for 38 weeks per year.
  • Regular travel to a variety of sites around Somerset, some in rural areas which require some physical effort to access. A full driving licence and access to own vehicle required.
  • Lone working on occasion.
  • This role will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
  • 25 days of annual leave (additional to bank holidays)
  • Regretfully, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. We are only able to proceed with candidates who already have the right to work in the UK without the need for visa sponsorship
  • Job description:  AG0178 Schools Compliance Assistant.pdf 

 

For an informal chat about the role, you can contact Siobhan Galloway via email at [email protected].  

 

 

 

Related keywords

PAT TestingLegionella ControlElectrical ComplianceHealth And SafetyAsset RegistersWater HygieneDBS CheckPublic SectorSchool EstatesMaintenanceStatutory SafetySomerset

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There are currently 14 open administrative positions in Taunton, United Kingdom listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

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Companies currently hiring include Somerset Council, Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital, Bilfinger North America, Foot Anstey, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

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