Head of Health, Safety & Risk — Strategy & Governance

Community Integrated Care; Widnes; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent charitable organization in the UK is seeking a Head of Health, Safety & Risk to lead innovative strategies in health and safety while ensuring compliance and driving organizational excellence. This full-time permanent role offers flexible working hours and significant opportunities for professional development. The ideal candidate will have senior leadership experience in a complex organization, along with relevant qualifications like a degree and NEBOSH Certificate. A passion for excellence in social care is essential.

Benefits

Flexibility in working hours

Contributory pension scheme

Retail and holiday discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sector-leading health and safety and risk management strategies.
• Provide assurance on legal and regulatory compliance, governance, and risk management.
• Drive continuous improvement leveraging technology and data insights.
• Act as a brand ambassador and build strong external relationships.
• Foster a culture of safety and learning within the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Risk management

Communication

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree-level qualification in a relevant field

NEBOSH Certificate or IOSH Level 3

Job description

A prominent charitable organization in the UK is seeking a Head of Health, Safety & Risk to lead innovative strategies in health and safety while ensuring compliance and driving organizational excellence. This full-time permanent role offers flexible working hours and significant opportunities for professional development. The ideal candidate will have senior leadership experience in a complex organization, along with relevant qualifications like a degree and NEBOSH Certificate. A passion for excellence in social care is essential.