Head of Health, Safety & Risk
Help shape the future of safety and governance in social care. We are looking for an exceptional leader to join our Senior Quality Leadership Team as Head of Health, Safety & Risk. This is a unique opportunity to influence organisational strategy, embed a culture of safety and transparency, and drive continuous improvement across all services. Your work will ensure we deliver on our vision of providing the Best Lives Bolder for the people we support and our colleagues.
This is a full-time permanent role with some national travel expected and a need to attend our head office in Widnes as and when required. The ideal candidate will live within an hour's commute of our head office in Widnes.
The Deal
* Flexibility: Work your 37.5 hours over 4 days for a long weekend, or split into 5 days. Work from home, office, or a flex between the two. Must travel to the head office at least once a week.
* Pension: Contributory pension scheme.
* Benefits: Retail discounts, holiday discounts, cycle‑to‑work scheme and travel discounts through our benefits app.
* Best Lives Bolder: Award‑winning charity passionate about ensuring colleagues and people we support lead the best lives bolder.
* Development: Career development and learning opportunities.
* Support: Employee Assistance Programme (available 24/7), financial support options, and wellbeing fund.
Responsibilities
* Lead Strategy: Develop and implement sector‑leading health and safety and risk management strategies aligned with organisational goals.
* Ensure Compliance: Provide assurance to the Executive Board on legal and regulatory compliance, governance, and risk management.
* Champion Transformation: Drive continuous improvement, leveraging technology and data insights to enhance safety and performance.
* Build Partnerships: Act as a brand ambassador, influencing best practice and building strong external relationships across the social care sector.
* Empower People: Foster a culture of safety and learning, providing expert advice and leadership across the organisation.
Our Ideal Candidate
* Degree‑level qualification in a relevant field.
* NEBOSH Certificate or IOSH Level 3 (or equivalent).
* Significant senior leadership experience in health and safety, risk, and governance within a complex organisation.
* Proven ability to design and deliver strategies, manage large‑scale change, and influence at Executive and Board level.
* Expertise in compliance, regulatory frameworks, and business continuity planning.
* Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Why join us?
* Be part of a forward‑thinking organisation committed to excellence and innovation.
* Lead a national portfolio with real impact on safety, quality and organisational performance.
* Collaborate with senior leaders to shape strategic direction.
* Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Please note, if you are interested you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Depending on the volume of applications received, the vacancy may be closed before the advertised end date.
To find out more about our charity, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-zYkoj7x8s
We’re proud to be a Hive HR Employee Voice Certified organisation, a recognition that confirms our commitment to creating a culture where colleagues are encouraged to share and act on feedback at every level.
In our 2025 Colleague Engagement Survey, 59% of our people shared feedback and insights, giving us an Employee Net Promoter Score of +34.
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