Job summary
Assist in the promotion a proactive Health and Safety culture throughout the Trust in order to assist in the reduction of incidents, accidents and near miss events.
Provide the highest standard of professional health and safety advice and training to Trust staff, (in line with CSTF requirements where applicable), in supporting the management of non-clinical risks and promoting use of safe working practices throughout the Trust.
To promote the Trust's values in creating a safe and secure environment in which to deliver the highest standards of clinical care to the Trust's patients.
The post holder will predominately provide specialist advice and guidance to all Trust employees, but they will also be expected to advise on patient related accidents, injuries and clinical environments on safety matters. They will also be responsible for;Auditing and writing reports
- Managing Datix and investigating incidents, accidents and near miss eventso Managing the online COSHH databaseo Health and Safety Trainingo Policy Writing and Updatingo Providing specialist advice and guidance on health and safety issueso Advise staff regarding suitable safety equipment and carry out safety risk assessments.o RIDDOR Reportingo DSE Assessments
Main duties of the job
Day to day monitoring of health & safety in all Trust premises. Use specialist knowledge around health and safety legislation to assist in the planning and implementation of a successful health and safety management system, which in turn will create a pro-active health and safety culture within the Trust.
Support Divisions, Directorates, Departments, Wards, and Specialities with the identification, prioritising and management of key risk, and support managers in the development of appropriate risk assessments and action plans to address these risks.
Support the Trust's risk management programme by ensuring health and safety risk assessments meet the legal, national and Trust standards, and advise that risks are entered on to the Trust risk register for ongoing monitoring and mitigation as far as reasonably practicable.
See Job Description for full details.
About us
We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.
In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist in the promotion a proactive Health and Safety culture throughout the Trust in order to assist in the reduction of incidents, accidents and near miss events.
Provide the highest standard of professional health and safety advice and training to Trust staff, (in line with CSTF requirements where applicable), in supporting the management of non-clinical risks and promoting use of safe working practices throughout the Trust.
To promote the Trusts values in creating a safe and secure environment in which to deliver the highest standards of clinical care to the Trusts patients.
The post holder will predominately provide specialist advice and guidance to all Trust employees, but they will also be expected to advise on patient related accidents, injuries and clinical environments on safety matters. They will also be responsible for;Auditing and writing reports
- Managing Datix and investigating incidents, accidents and near miss events Managing the online COSHH database Health and Safety Training Policy Writing and Updating Providing specialist advice and guidance on health and safety issues Advise staff regarding suitable safety equipment and carry out safety risk assessments. RIDDOR Reporting DSE Assessments
See Attached Job Description
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assist in the promotion a proactive Health and Safety culture throughout the Trust in order to assist in the reduction of incidents, accidents and near miss events.
Provide the highest standard of professional health and safety advice and training to Trust staff, (in line with CSTF requirements where applicable), in supporting the management of non-clinical risks and promoting use of safe working practices throughout the Trust.
To promote the Trusts values in creating a safe and secure environment in which to deliver the highest standards of clinical care to the Trusts patients.
The post holder will predominately provide specialist advice and guidance to all Trust employees, but they will also be expected to advise on patient related accidents, injuries and clinical environments on safety matters. They will also be responsible for;Auditing and writing reports
- Managing Datix and investigating incidents, accidents and near miss events Managing the online COSHH database Health and Safety Training Policy Writing and Updating Providing specialist advice and guidance on health and safety issues Advise staff regarding suitable safety equipment and carry out safety risk assessments. RIDDOR Reporting DSE Assessments
See Attached Job Description
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- NEBOSH Certificate
- Good working knowledge of current health and safety related legislation
Experience
Essential
- Ability to write and develop training packages
- Proven ability to communicate at all levels
Desirable
- Significant experience in a health and safety related role or equivalent
- Training and engaging with large groups
- Working in the NHS and with clinical and non-clinical roles
- Knowledge of Datix reporting package
- Experience of working across departments and organisational boundaries
Skills
Essential
- Ability to develop and maintain relationships across a wide range of staff and encourage enthusiasm in others through own work approach
- Resourceful, driven, can do attitude Personal integrity, open, inclusive leadership style
- Organisation/time management skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including report writing
- Strong written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- an demonstrate effective communication with a multiprofessional and diverse audience
- Problem solving, decision making and analytical skills
- Interpersonal skills required including persuading, negotiating, advising and motivating
- Understand the concept of customer care and demonstrate and teach effective application
- Negotiation, communication and influencing Skills
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- NEBOSH Certificate
- Good working knowledge of current health and safety related legislation
Experience
Essential
- Ability to write and develop training packages
- Proven ability to communicate at all levels
Desirable
- Significant experience in a health and safety related role or equivalent
- Training and engaging with large groups
- Working in the NHS and with clinical and non-clinical roles
- Knowledge of Datix reporting package
- Experience of working across departments and organisational boundaries
Skills
Essential
- Ability to develop and maintain relationships across a wide range of staff and encourage enthusiasm in others through own work approach
- Resourceful, driven, can do attitude Personal integrity, open, inclusive leadership style
- Organisation/time management skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including report writing
- Strong written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- an demonstrate effective communication with a multiprofessional and diverse audience
- Problem solving, decision making and analytical skills
- Interpersonal skills required including persuading, negotiating, advising and motivating
- Understand the concept of customer care and demonstrate and teach effective application
- Negotiation, communication and influencing Skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
