Health And Safety Advisor

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Health & Safety Advisor to ensure compliance and safety across nurseries in the London area and South of the UK. This role involves developing health and safety policies, conducting risk assessments, and fostering a positive safety culture. The ideal candidate will have a NEBOSH General Certificate and experience in health and safety management, particularly in multi-site environments. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will help create a safer environment for children and staff alike, while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Health and Safety role is essential.
• Knowledge of fire safety, risk assessments, DSE, and COSHH required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement health and safety policies and procedures.
• Support nurseries with risk assessments and fire safety.
• Monitor compliance and provide advice during regular visits.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Risk Assessment

Fire Safety Knowledge

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

Level 2 Food Safety Hygiene

GRAD IOSH or working towards

Job description

Job Description

Health & Safety Advisor - London Area and South of UK

Salary: Up to £50k DOE (+£4000 Car Allowance + Mileage) - UK Driving Licence essential

Job Type: Permanent, Fulltime

Hours: 37.5 per week / Monday-Friday

Location: Field Based Role (Covering Nurseries in Surrey, Fleet, Camberley, Brighton, and surrounding areas)

Closing Date: 1/3/25

Purpose of Role:

Provide assurance that health, safety, and compliance policies are applied consistently to mitigate risks and fulfill Keeping Everyone Safe responsibilities. Support the Health and Safety Manager in various tasks, including investigations, risk assessments, and fire safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement health and safety policies and procedures.
• Communicate key health and safety messages.
• Support nurseries with risk assessments and fire safety.
• Embed a positive health and safety culture.
• Main point of contact for health and safety requests in a nominated division.
• Monitor compliance and provide advice during regular visits.
• Collaborate with Health and Safety Auditors for continuous improvement.
• Support compliance with Display Screen Equipment Regulations.
• Attend meetings to provide health and safety guidance.

Essential Experience:

• Previous experience in a Health and Safety role.
• Proven track record in key tasks and best practices.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize.
• Knowledge of fire safety, risk assessments, DSE, and COSHH.

Experience:

• Childcare/Education sector.
• Multi-site company.
• Health and Safety training/coaching experience.

Qualifications:

• NEBOSH General Certificate (Essential).
• GRAD IOSH or working towards (Desirable).
• Level 2 Food Safety Hygiene (Desirable).
• Fire Safety experience (Desirable).
• DSE Assessor (Desirable).
• Full clean driving licence.

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent communicator and influencer.
• Highly motivated and driven.
• Initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build trust and cohesive teams.
• High energy and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Encourages colleagues and empowers high performers.
• Ability to travel within the UK, including occasional overnight stays.

Bright Horizons is committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will consider reasonable adjustments. All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.