Head of Health and Safety

Are you passionate about creating a safe working environment? Our client is seeking a dynamic Head of Health & Safety to lead their safety initiatives across the organisation. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to promoting a positive health and safety culture.

This is an exciting opportunity with a salary of 75,000 - 85,000 per year. The role will be primarily remote based with occasional travel. You'll enjoy 25 days of annual leave and access to award-winning learning and development programmes to support your career growth.

Our client is a leading provider of professional residential, nursing, and specialist dementia care for older people. With over 150 care homes across the UK, the company is dedicated to being the first choice for residents and colleagues by delivering the kindest possible care.

Package and Benefits:

The Head of Health & Safety will receive:

1. Annual salary of 75,000 - 85,000.
2. Car Allowance of 6,846 per annum.
3. Access to a wide range of benefits and services, including GP online consultations and colleague discounts.
4. Free access to an Employee Assistance Programme for support with physical, mental, and financial issues.

The Head of Health & Safety will:

1. Develop and implement health and safety policies and procedures.
2. Lead investigations of major incidents and create action plans for risk control.
3. Ensure a risk assessment framework is in place to identify potential hazards.
4. Oversee health and safety training and education.
5. Stay updated with changes in legislation and best practices.
6. Maintain accurate records and develop audit processes for safety performance.

The ideal Head of Health & Safety will have:

1. A NEBOSH National General Certificate, NVQ Level 4, or equivalent in Occupational Safety.
2. Advanced qualifications or senior experience in a safety-related field.
3. Experience in a similar role within a multi-site, people-focused environment, ideally in Health and Social Care or Healthcare.
4. Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence and coach others.
5. The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations effectively.

If you're ready to take on the challenge of leading health and safety initiatives in a dynamic environment, apply now to join our client's team as the Head of Health & Safety.