Health and Safety Advisor

Brendoncare Foundation; Winchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable foundation for elderly care in Winchester is seeking a Health and Safety Advisor to lead safety management across care sites. You will advise on compliance audits, risk assessments, and provide training, fostering a positive safety culture. The role requires at least 2 years in a similar position and IOSH or NEBOSH certification. A full UK driving licence is essential. This is a full-time position with a commitment to improving life quality for older adults.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Competent person under health and safety regulations.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop health and safety management systems.
• Lead compliance audits and risk assessments.
• Advise managers on health and safety matters.
• Oversee accident and incident reporting.
• Deliver training and promote safety awareness.

Skills

Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation

Excellent organisational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

IOSH Certified or NEBOSH General Certificate

Experience in social care

Job description

Health and Safety Advisor

Location: Winchester Central Office (with travel across Brendoncare sites)

Hours: 35 hours per week

Salary: per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)

Department: Estates & Facilities

Reports to: Estates & Facilities Manager

About the Role

The Brendoncare Foundation is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Advisor to support the effective management of health and safety across our care homes and services. You will act as the organisation's competent person under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 providing expert advice leading audits investigating incidents and helping to embed a positive safety culture across all our sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop Brendoncares health and safety management systems and policies.
• Lead on compliance audits and risk assessments ensuring actions are completed.
• Advise and support managers and colleagues on all health and safety matters.
• Oversee fire safety accident and incident reporting (including RIDDOR) and contractor safety.
• Deliver training and promote safety awareness across the organisation.
• Produce reports and data for senior management and trustees.

About You

• At least 2 years experience in a similar role ideally within social care.
• IOSH Certified or NEBOSH General Certificate (working towards Diploma).
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills able to build positive relationships.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Desirable : experience in adult social care ISO9001 knowledge NEBOSH Fire Level 3.

Why Brendoncare

Brendoncare is a registered charity dedicated to improving the quality of life for older people. Youll join a values-driven organisation that promotes dignity respect and continual improvement in everything we do.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Please apply with your CV and for further details about the role contact Rosie at