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Job summary

Main area
Health and Safety
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 5
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Flexible working
37.5 hours per week
Job ref
186-1562-24-CS
Employer
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Duncan Macmillan House
Town
Nottingham
Salary
拢29,970 - 拢36,483 per annum (pro rata for part time)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
06/01/2025 23:59
Interview date
03/03/2025

Employer heading

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust logo

Health and Safety Adviser

NHS AfC: Band 5

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to support the Trust with the effective management of health and safety. This post will report to the Trust Senior Health and Safety Adviser.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual with experience of health and safety to join the Trust Health and Safety Team.

This post will be based in Nottingham, although with agile/flexible working this could be reviewed. The role will work across all Trust sites to support the delivery of effective health and safety and assisting Teams in meeting their statutory responsibilities.

The Health and Safety Team provides specialist advice and assistance to staff, senior managers and Trust Directors and whilst some experience of health and safety is important with relevant health and safety qualifications, having a positive and engaging approach is equally vital.

We would welcome applications from those looking to start their career in health and safety who have enthusiasm and can demonstrate a passion for health and safety. What is important is that you are motivated, willing to learn and develop your skills and knowledge.

Applicants should complete their application and use the supporting information section to demonstrate how they meet or could meet the person specification and where possible giving examples of how they have used their health and safety skills and knowledge in the workplace setting.

Main duties of the job

You will support the Health and Safety Team in the provision of a comprehensive service throughout the Trust, geared to the delivery of high standards in the working environment and safe practices relative to staff, patients and other users of Trust services.

You will be required to provide specialist support to the Trust on all aspects of health and safety, providing support for implementing the Trust Health and Safety Policies.

You will monitor and maintain the arrangements for risk assessment, including providing advice and the facilitation of training to all levels across the Trust.

We want people who can use their initiative, work across professional boundaries and develop positive relationships with internal and external partners.

We aim to provide a friendly and professional working environment, whilst delivering a high standard of customer care.

A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Working for our organisation

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.

We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.

The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

  • To provide advice and support to the Trust Senior Health and Safety Adviser and the Head of Health and Safety.
  • Participate as a member of the Health and Safety team, in delivery, monitoring and evaluating all aspects of health and safety
  • To promote the Trust鈥檚 Health & Safety Team as a centre of excellence
  • Monitor changes in health & safety legislation, identify those which apply to the Trust and disseminate relevant information to appropriate section of the Trust
  • Advise and assist management in the interpretation and application of health and safety legislation and other guidance relevant to healthcare premises
  • Assist with the production, monitoring and review, and the implementation of health and safety Policies and Procedures throughout the Trust
  • Liaise with the relevant Trust leads on all areas of health and safety and working with external stakeholders when required
  • Assist with the development and audit arrangements for risk assessments, including providing advice, facilitation and training for managers. Develop and maintain standards for risk assessment
  • Assist in the preparation, provision and evaluation of training for all staff on issues of Health & Safety and liaise with the Trust Learning and Development Managers in relation to this
  • Supporting the Trust with the administration of RIDDOR, accident reporting and the investigation of serious accidents and ill health in line with the Trust Root Cause Analysis Tool
  • With Team members, assist in the preparation of a Trust wide Health & Safety Work Plan
  • To support the Health and Safety Team with the Teams Objectives in line with the Trust Health and Safety Management System
  • Develop and maintain relationships and monitor activity with the Health and Safety Executive advising the Trust of any actions as necessary

Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa. Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Person specification

Contractual

Essential criteria
  • A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Nebosh certificate and/or equivalent experience
Desirable criteria
  • Membership of Professional body i.e. IOSH

Training

Essential criteria
  • Experience of preparing and delivery of training

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience in Health and Safety, including, advising and assisting management in the interpretation and application of health and safety legislation
  • Skilled communicator with good interpersonal skills who can liaise with all levels of staff both internally and with external organisations
  • The ability to work on his/her own initiative, and also part of a team
  • Understanding of Health and Safety Management Systems and audit processes
Desirable criteria
  • Experience of Risk Assessments in a Healthcare setting

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Comprehensive knowledge of health and safety and associated legislation
  • Knowledge of incident investigation and/or Root Cause analysis

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Good Interpersonal and Communication Skills
  • Report Writing

Values & Behaviours

Essential criteria
  • All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Values - Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork.
  • All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Documents to download

Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Billy Pruden
Job title
Senior Health and Safety Adviser
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
07824889234
Additional information

Ian Freegard

Head of Health and Safety

07788416157

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
Duncan Macmillan House
Porchester Road
Mapperley
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG3 6AA
Telephone
0115 667 0364 - Corporate/Mental Health Services