Joe Wood

Joe is a qualified secondary History teacher and has worked in education since joining Devon County Council in 2005 as a schools’ Health and Safety Adviser. Between 2016-2021 Joe spent five years working within the Dartmoor Multi-Academy Trust before returning to Devon County Council.  He is currently the Senior Health and Safety Adviser for the authority, where he supports schools and academies across Devon and the wider South West. He is also a registered trainer for the Institute of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH).

Joe’s role involves working with school leaders, providing advice and training, and helping schools to maintain safe and supportive environments for pupils and staff. Through this work, he has gained a broad understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing schools and educational settings.

Outside of work, Joe enjoys walking on Dartmoor, gardening and reading classic British detective fiction.