Health & Safety Advisor

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a professional for a Health & Safety advisory role. The successful candidate will provide expert advice, conduct audits, and develop training programs. This position offers flexible working arrangements and generous benefits including annual leave and pension schemes. The organization values equality, diversity, and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous NHS pension scheme

Access to employee assistance programme

Flexible working arrangements

Health service discounts

Qualifications

• Professional advice on Health & Safety matters.
• Conduct Health & Safety Audits and investigations.
• Develop and deliver Health & Safety training.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional advice on Health & Safety issues.
• Write policy and conduct audits.
• Develop training based on needs analysis.

Job description

Overview

Want to make a real difference and have a truly rewarding career? Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'. We have been rated 'good' overall by the CQC, with some outstanding services. The CQC commented at our most recent inspection on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust".

We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA. We take pride in our "People First Culture" which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work. We value the richness that comes from having colleagues that are fully representative of the local community. We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences.

Role Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide professional advice on all Health & Safety / Incident prevention matters relating to staff and premises, undertake Health & Safety Audits, write policy, develop safe systems of work, conduct accident/incident investigations, and provide safety advice to all staff. You will also develop and deliver Health & Safety training in line with the Trust’s training needs analysis, including face‑to‑face, e‑learning and Risk Assessment training, to ensure compliance with all relevant Safety legislation and guidance, especially the Management at Work Regulations 1999 and related Department of Health, Health Technical Memorandums.

The above responsibilities apply to all Trust sites, including areas that work in other Trusts buildings.

Benefits and Working Arrangements

• Commitment to flexible working where possible (job share, part time, flex pattern)
• 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years of service
• Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
• Health service discounts and online benefits
• Incremental pay progression
• Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
• Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Structured learning and development opportunities
• Relocation package may be available

Disability Confident Employer

The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer. If required, we will make reasonable adjustments to support you in the recruitment process.

Recruitment Support

If you require assistance in completing the application form, please contact the Recruitment Team. We will be happy to provide assistance.

DBS Checks

The cost of undertaking a DBS disclosure will be met by the individual. The Trust will meet the initial costs of the disclosure, which will be deducted from your first month's salary.

Important Note

This job may close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.