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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

LADO/ISRO Specialist - Child Protection Co-ordinator

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Senior+

Child Protection Co-ordinator Closing date – 8 July 2026 £54,282 per annum inclusive of a £5,000 recruitment allowance until 30/06/2028 Role Purpose This is a permanent full-time role, 37 hours per week. 33 days Annual L…

Skills: Strategic Leadership, Commissioning, Partnership Working, Case Management, Quality Assurance

Somerset Council

Service Manager - Organisation Management - Prevention & Youth Offending Service

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Senior+

Closing date: 05/07/2028 Salary: Grade 7 – £55,101 per annum + £9,679 recruitment allowance until 31/08/2028 Location: Bridgwater Are you a strategic leader with a passion for improving outcomes for children, young peopl…

Skills: Strategic Leadership, Operational Management, Budget Management, Performance Management, Quality Assurance

Somerset Council

Social Worker

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

$37k–$42k/yr

Mid levelVisa sponsorship

Closing date 6 July 2026 £37,280 to £41,771 per annum Hybrid working opportunities 30 days annual leave Access to innovative AI technology including Magic Notes. At Somerset Council, we are proud to be on an ambitious jo…

Skills: Child-Centred Assessment, Risk Assessment, Case Management, Trauma-Informed Practice, Strengths-Based Practice

Somerset Council

Family Safeguarding Social Worker

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

$37k–$42k/yr

Mid levelVisa sponsorship

Closing date 6 July 2026 £37,280 to £41,771 per annum Hybrid working opportunities 30 days annual leave Access to innovative AI technology including Magic Notes. At Somerset Council, we are proud to be on an ambitious jo…

Skills: Child-Centred Assessment, Risk Assessment, Trauma-Informed Practice, Strengths-Based Practice, Case Management

Somerset Council

Family Intervention Worker (CWD)

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · On-site

$29k–$32k/yr

Mid level

Closing Date: 06/07/2026 Salary: Grade 12 - £28,598 to £32,061 per annum Location: Taunton Make a real difference to the lives of children with disabilities and their families by delivering practical, hands-on support wh…

Skills: Child Development, Family Relationships, Safeguarding, Case Assessment, Multi-agency Working

Spring by Action for Children

Apprentice

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Entry level

Early Years Practitioner (Apprentice) Salary: £16,685.76 per annum Location: Taunton Contract/Hours: Fixed Term/Full Time – 40 hours per week (18 months) Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysProfessional qual…

Skills: Childcare, Communication, Activity Planning, Child Development Tracking, Relationship Building

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

Somerset Council

Senior Lawyer - SEND

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

SeniorVisa sponsorship

Closing date: 20 July 2026 Salary: Grade 8 - £58,282 per annum (inclusive of a time limited £9,000 recruitment allowance until 30/06/2029) Role summary: The Senior Lawyer delivers high-quality legal advice, representatio…

Skills: SEND Law, Education Law, Court Advocacy, Case Management, Legal Drafting

Somerset Council

Operations Manager - Children's Services - Mendip

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Senior+

Closing date 29 June 2026 Salary: Grade 6- £65,090 33 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays 2-year fixed term contracts – 37 hours per week A generous benefits package that supports your wellbeing, work-life balance and…

Skills: Strategic Leadership, Performance Management, Quality Assurance, Commissioning, Change Management

Somerset Council

Family Intervention Worker

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

$33k–$36k/yr

Mid level

Closing Date: 28/06/2026 Location: Somerset Salary: Grade 12 - The remuneration package for this role is £32,584 to £36,047 per annum for 37 hours per week (remuneration package includes a £3,986 recruitment allowance pe…

Skills: Case Management, Holistic Assessment, Safeguarding, Multi-agency Collaboration, Crisis Intervention

Somerset Council

Senior Lawyer - CSC

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

Senior

Closing date: 20 July 2026 Salary: Grade 8 - £58,282 per annum (inclusive of a time limited £9,000 recruitment allowance until 30/06/2029) This role offers the opportunity to apply your legal expertise where it has real …

Skills: Local Government Law, Advocacy, Legal Research, Case Management, Drafting

Somerset Council

Team Leader (Lawyer) - Adults Social Care

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

Senior

Closing date: 20 July 2026 Salary: Grade 8 - £61,282 per annum (inclusive of a time limited £12,000 recruitment allowance until 30/06/2029) This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive, forward‑thinking legal ser…

Skills: Adult Social Care Law, Education Law, Advocacy, Line Management, Performance Management

Somerset Council

Team Leader (Lawyer) - Children's Social Care

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

Senior

Closing date: 20 July 2026 Salary: Grade 8, £61,282 per annum (inclusive of a time limited £12,000 recruitment allowance until 30/06/2029) This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive, forward‑thinking legal serv…

Skills: Children's Social Care Law, Education Law, Advocacy, Line Management, Performance Management

Somerset Council

Lawyer - Childcare

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

$49k–$53k/yr

Mid level

Closing date: 20 July 2026 Salary: Grade 9 ranging from £48,771 - £53,142 per annum (inclusive of a time limited £7,000 recruitment allowance until 30/06/2029). Are you keen to learn and develop your knowledge within Chi…

Skills: Local Government Law, Advocacy, Legal Drafting, Case Management, Public Sector Law

Somerset Council

Senior Lawyer - Adult Social Care

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid

Senior

Closing date: 20 July 2026 Salary: Grade 8 - £58,282 per annum (inclusive of a time limited £9,000 recruitment allowance until 30/06/2029) This role offers the opportunity to apply your legal expertise where it has real …

Skills: Local Government Law, Advocacy, Legal Research, Case Management, Drafting

Somerset Council

Travel Trainer

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · On-site

$18k–$19k/yr

Mid level

Closing date: 6 July 2026 Salary: Grade 13, ranging from £17,560 - £19,014 for 25 hours per week. Permanent, 25 hours a week. Your work base will be the Office nearest your home address. 25 day’s annual leave (additional…

Skills: Travel Training, Safeguarding, Risk Assessment, Public Transport Navigation, SEND Support

Somerset Council

Maintenance Officer

Taunton, England, United Kingdom · On-site

$25k–$26k/yr

Mid level

Closing date: 28th June 2026 Salary: Grade 14, Ranging from £25,185 - £25,989 per annum. This role will be based at Kilve Court, Kilve Bridgwater, TA5 1EA and Charterhouse Outdoor Education Centre, Blagdon, BS40 7XR. Rol…

Skills: Building Maintenance, Grounds Maintenance, Health And Safety Compliance, Site Security, Contractor 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 18 open education 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, Spring by Action for Children, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

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