Overview
Step into a dynamic and high-impact role as the Head of Health and Safety for the Trust, where you’ll lead the delivery of essential services that keep people safe and operations running smoothly across the organization. You’ll be at the forefront of several critical functions, including Fire Safety and Advisory Services, Health and Safety Services, Moving and Handling Specialist Support, and Trust-Wide MAST Training. You’ll also be responsible for managing both human and physical resources, making strategic decisions to ensure our services are effective, efficient, and future-ready.
37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday.
Main duties of the job
This high-profile leadership role oversees several essential Health and Safety services, ensuring statutory compliance and safeguarding all who enter the Trust. You’ll lead a diverse portfolio with clarity and vision, driving a proactive approach to health, safety, and fire legislation that creates a secure environment for staff, patients, and the public.
As the Trust’s Head of Health & Safety, you’ll provide high-level advice grounded in a deep understanding of legislation, NHS guidelines, and best practices, supporting informed, strategic decisions. You’ll ensure accurate statutory data and compliance reporting, offering vital assurance to the Trust Board, Department of Health, HSE, and other external bodies.
Working closely with the Director of Estates and Facilities, you’ll help shape and deliver Trust-wide strategic plans, while developing robust policies that reflect national priorities and local needs. Collaboration is key; you’ll engage with senior leaders, technical experts, external agencies, and contractors to foster innovation and maintain a strong compliance culture.
You’ll also play a critical role in aligning Health and Safety strategies with the Trust’s Cost Improvement and Efficiency Programmes. This is more than a management position, it’s a chance to lead real change, protect lives, and make a measurable impact across the organisation.
About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.
As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for whether you would recommend the Trust as a place to work, and we’re among the most improved for staff engagement overall.
But don’t just take our word for it – each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.
All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trust’s values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.
Certificates of Sponsorship
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Details
Date posted: 09 September 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 8a
Salary: £55,690 to £62,682 a year Pro rata/per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: C9165-25-07-105
Job location: The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust, Moorgate Road, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S60 2UD
Employer details: The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Employer’s website: https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Essentials: Masters in Health and Safety/Healthcare Risk Management or equivalent level of study/experience.
* Be a chartered member of IOSH professional body CMIOSH or working towards chartered membership.
Desirable:
* Hold a leadership management diploma or equivalent experience.
Knowledge
* Essential: Excellent knowledge of Health and Safety requirements for compliance with relevant standards.
* Demonstrable experience in healthcare risk management and compliance.
* Able to understand complex legislation including health and safety, building and building services regulations.
* Professional, technical, specialist in health and safety.
* Demonstrable experience in formulating development plans and policies (e.g., NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to measuring and improving the quality and safety of patient care).
* Knowledge of CQC Standards, Procurement and other relevant regulatory requirements.
Desirable:
* Working knowledge/experience of other estates/facilities services.
Discloser and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a DBS check will be required.
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