Food Safety Support Officer

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD

Job Location:

Walsall - UK

Monthly Salary: £ 20 - 20

Experience Required: 1-3years

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

6 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

The Food Safety Support Officer will assist Walsall Councils Environmental Health Team with the delivery of its Official Food Control Inspection Programme between December 2025 and May 2026.

The Officer will conduct inspections of rated and unrated food businesses in accordance with the Food Law Code of Practice (England) 2025 assign risk ratings produce reports and enter Food Hygiene Rating Scheme (FHRS) scores.

This role is predominantly site-based and requires a qualified and competent officer capable of carrying out Official Food Controls to the standard expected by the Council and the Food Standards Agency (FSA).

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

Conduct food hygiene inspections of rated and unrated food premises in accordance with the Food Law Code of Practice (England) 2025.

Assign risk ratings and produce FHRS scores.

Complete handwritten inspection reports (front cover schedule FHRS score sheet and proformas) and provide copies to the Food Business Operator (FBO) at the time of inspection.

Submit completed reports including FHRS justification to the Council within 10 working days.

Enter FHRS ratings risk scores and upload scanned documentation to NEC Assure/M3 systems.

Carry out follow-up inspections for FHRS scores of 0 1 or 2.

Notify the Council immediately of any imminent risks or matters of concern under relevant legislation.

Record changes in business name or ownership and request that the FBO completes the national food business registration where applicable.

Notify the Council where a business is found to no longer be trading supported by evidence of contact/verification.

Securely manage and return all inspection paperwork at the end of the contract period.

Report any concerns relating to modern slavery or serious health and safety risks as required.

Skills/Experience:

Strong knowledge of the Food Law Code of Practice (England) 2025 and Food Hygiene Rating Scheme processes.

Experience conducting food hygiene inspections and assigning risk ratings.

Ability to complete clear inspection reports and communicate requirements to food business operators.

Confident in identifying imminent risks and reporting regulatory concerns.

Competent in using NEC Assure/M3 or similar regulatory reporting systems.

Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines (10-day report submission and 14-day FHRS confirmation).

Ability to work independently on site and manage a varied caseload.

Additional Information:

Higher Certificate in Food Premises Inspection or a degree in Environmental Health.

Working towards EHRB registration (or equivalent evidence of competency for Official Food Controls).

Working Hours: 37 hours per week mainly on site.

Location: Walsall Town Hall and food business sites across the borough.

Required Skills:

Strong knowledge of the Food Law Code of Practice (England) 2025 and Food Hygiene Rating Scheme processes. Experience conducting food hygiene inspections and assigning risk ratings. Ability to complete clear inspection reports and communicate requirements to food business operators. Confident in identifying imminent risks and reporting regulatory concerns. Competent in using NEC Assure/M3 or similar regulatory reporting systems. Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines (10-day report submission and 14-day FHRS confirmation). Ability to work independently on site and manage a varied caseload.

Required Education:

Higher Certificate in Food Premises Inspection or a degree in Environmental towards EHRB registration (or equivalent evidence of competency for Official Food Controls).

6 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: The Food Safety Support Officer will assist Walsall Councils Environmental Health Team with the delivery of its Official Food Control Inspection Programme between December 2025 and May 2026. The Officer will conduct inspections of rated and unrat...