Health & Safety Advisor – West (Fixed Term Contract) Location: Home-Based with Regional Travel across the West (including Cornwall, Devon, Avon, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Worcestershire, and Staffordshire) Contract Type: 6-month Fixed Term Contract Salary: £40,000 - £43,000 per annum Car Allowance Home Working Allowance Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday) About the Opportunity A respected provider within the care and supported living sector is seeking a capable and committed Health & Safety Advisor to join their team on a fixed-term basis. The postholder will provide regional health and fire safety oversight, helping to drive compliance and embed a positive safety culture across a geographically dispersed portfolio of services. This is a home-based role with regular regional travel required. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. Key Responsibilities Carry out Type 1 and Type 2 Fire Risk Assessments in a range of environments, including specialist housing and care settings. Lead on incident investigations, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective actions implemented. Provide competent advice to operational managers, enabling them to meet legal and organisational health and safety requirements. Oversee accident and incident reporting processes, ensuring RIDDOR compliance and timely communication with regulators where necessary. Conduct audits, inspections, and workplace assessments in line with internal procedures and relevant legislation. Monitor fire safety risks, track remedial actions, and liaise with statutory bodies as appropriate. Support the development of health and safety policies, procedures, and guidance materials. Analyse and report on safety performance indicators, identifying trends and recommending improvements. Promote a proactive and inclusive approach to health and safety across all services within the designated region. Person Specification Essential Qualifications & Experience: NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent). Recognised Level 3 Fire Safety/Fire Risk Assessment qualification. Minimum of 2 years' experience conducting Fire Risk Assessments (Type 1 and Type 2). Practical knowledge of UK health and fire safety legislation, particularly in care or supported housing settings. Previous experience of auditing, inspections, and managing health and safety risks. Strong report writing, analysis and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and prioritise a diverse workload. Competency in Microsoft Office and digital safety management systems. Willingness to travel regionally, including occasional overnight stays. Desirable: TechIOSH membership (or working towards). Registration with a recognised Fire Risk Assessors Register (e.g., IFSM or IFE). Level 3 Food Safety qualification. Additional training (e.g., DSE Assessor). Prior experience in a regulated care or housing environment. Note: This role is subject to a DBS check. Assistance will be provided for applicants who do not currently hold one. Benefits 33 days annual leave (inclusive of statutory bank holidays) Car allowance and home working support Flexible working with autonomy and variety Access to digital wellbeing services, including GP consultations and health checks Confidential employee assistance programme, accessible 24/7 Financial well-being tools, including early wage access Life assurance – 3x annual salary Discounted mobile phone contracts Employee referral rewards via a dedicated app Ongoing learning and development opportunities Apply Now This is a rewarding opportunity for a health and safety professional who wants to make a real difference in people’s lives by supporting safe, compliant, and high-quality environments. If you are passionate about safety and want to contribute to a values-driven organisation that supports some of society’s most vulnerable individuals, we’d love to hear from you