Trainee post in the Corporate Health, Safety and Wellbeing Team, learning alongside experienced health and safety professionals. Permanent, 37 hours, hybrid.
Stockport Council is looking for a Trainee Health, Safety and wellbeing Officer. It’s a permanent, full-time post based in Stockport, with hybrid working, paying £29,542 to £34,811 a year. Applications close on Sunday 15 November 2026.
About the role
Career-grade trainee post in the Corporate Health, Safety and Wellbeing Team, reporting to the Health and Safety Manager. The team advises services including social care, leisure and schools, through audits, inspections, incident investigations and training.
About Stockport Council
Stockport Council is the metropolitan borough council for the south-east of Greater Manchester, covering Stockport town centre, Cheadle, Bramhall, Hazel Grove, Marple, Romiley, Bredbury and Reddish. It provides all local council services, from schools and social care to housing, highways, waste and planning.
What they’re looking for
- Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Organised, good attention to detail
- Strong team player
- Subject to DBS check
- No visa sponsorship
What’s on offer
- Up to 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Learning and development opportunities
- 24/7 employee support hotline
- Discounts portal
How to apply
You apply directly with Stockport Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 15 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Stockport Council’s website.
