Head of Compliance and Safety

Gloucestershire Managed Services (GMS); Gloucester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare services provider in Gloucester is hiring a Head of Compliance and Safety. This role involves developing compliance frameworks, ensuring regulatory adherence, and leading a high-performing team. The ideal candidate should have senior-level experience in compliance, a master's degree, and strong leadership skills. A competitive salary, generous leave, and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary & pension (10% total contribution)

Generous annual leave + paid volunteering day

Career development opportunities

Staff wellbeing & flexible benefits

Sick pay after probation

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in compliance, health & safety, or risk management.
• CMIOSH, MIIRSM or similar professional qualification.
• Healthcare, NHS, or facilities management experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead GMS-wide compliance and assurance frameworks.
• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance, including health & safety standards.
• Oversee audits, inspections, and risk management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline

Job description

Overview

We\'re Hiring: Head of Compliance and Safety

Gloucestershire (Cheltenham & Gloucester Hospitals)

Interview Date: 15th October 2025

Are you a senior compliance or health & safety leader ready to shape the future of essential NHS support services?

Gloucestershire Managed Services (GMS) is seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Compliance and Safety to lead our compliance, risk, and assurance functions across Cheltenham and Gloucester hospitals.

In this high-profile leadership role, you\'ll ensure all GMS services meet their statutory, regulatory, and contractual obligations, while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead GMS-wide compliance and assurance frameworks.
• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance, including H&S and environmental standards.
• Oversee audits, inspections, incident investigations, and risk management.
• Provide expert advice and reporting to the Senior Leadership Team.
• Represent GMS with external regulators and agencies.
• Lead and support a high-performing compliance team.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in compliance, H&S, or risk management.
• Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• CMIOSH, MIIRSM or similar professional qualification.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• Healthcare, NHS, or facilities management experience desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary & pension (10% total contribution)
• Generous annual leave + paid volunteering day
• Career development opportunities
• Staff wellbeing & flexible benefits
• Sick pay after probation

Interested?

To find out more or apply, reach out for an informal chat:

Penny Bickerstaff

07977 787 082

[e-mail]

Closing soon – Don’t miss your chance to make a real impact.

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