Risk Management Facilitator

NHS National Services Scotland; Carstairs; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Scotland is hiring a Risk Management Facilitator to join the Risk and Resilience Team. The role involves analyzing data, supporting health and safety functions, and developing risk management strategies. Candidates must have a degree and experience in risk management. This is a permanent position based in Carstairs, offering a salary with a high secure environmental allowance.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level.
• Experience in risk management and health and safety.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Participate in reporting and analyzing data for groups and committees.
• Support the Health and Safety Advisor and Resilience Officer.
• Develop risk registers and conduct training.

Skills

Risk management

Health and safety

Data analysis

Investigation skills

Microsoft Office applications

Education

Degree level education

Job description

Risk Management Facilitator – Risk and Resilience Team

AfC Band 5 (pro rata) plus a High Secure Environmental Allowance of £1,750.47 per annum (pro rata).
Hours – 37*
Contract Duration – Permanent

Post Details –

The Risk and Resilience Team provides a high-quality service focused on achieving an environment of “no surprises,” where risks are understood, eliminated, or controlled, and lessons are learned from adverse events. The team comprises Risk Management, Health and Safety, and Resilience functions, serving all departments within the State Hospital.

The successful candidate will participate in all team functions, including reporting and analyzing data for groups and committees, participating in investigations, supporting the Health and Safety Advisor and Resilience Officer, developing risk registers, training, Datix, and general administration. The Risk Management Facilitator will work alongside the Risk Management Team Leader to embed the TSH Risk Management Strategy within the hospital.

Experience –

Applicants should be educated to degree level and have experience in risk management and health and safety. Investigation experience and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications are required.

Closing Date –

The closing date for applications is 11:59 pm on 19th August 2025. For an informal discussion, contact Stewart Dick, Risk Management Team Leader, at 01555 84 2105 or [e-mail].

If you need assistance with the application process, contact the HR Team at [e-mail].

Equality and Diversity Statement

NHS Scotland encourages equality and diversity, aiming for a workforce that is truly representative and where employees feel respected. Applications are welcomed from all sections of society. Due to the high-security nature of the hospital, applications from individuals under 18 are accepted for non-clinical roles, while clinical roles require applicants to be 18 or older. For questions, contact [e-mail].

Right to Work –

Applicants must demonstrate they have the legal right to work in the UK, evidenced through visas or settled status. The NHS Scotland Boards will verify this during pre-employment checks. The hospital is not licensed to issue sponsorship certificates, so applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

Reduced Working Week –

Starting 1 April 2024, NHS Scotland will implement a reduced working week from 37.5 to 37 hours for full-time staff, with pro-rata reductions for part-time staff, without loss of earnings. Implementation may vary by department to ensure safety. The hospital is committed to full implementation as soon as it is safe to do so.