Health & Safety Manager

Penrith.Town; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of specialist residential care in North East England is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to lead health and safety across multiple residential sites. The role involves conducting audits, delivering training, and promoting a proactive safety culture. Candidates should be NEBOSH-qualified with multi-site experience and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and the chance to make a real difference.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Ongoing development

Qualifications

• NEBOSH qualification required and experience in health and safety across multiple sites.
• Ability to influence and communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead health & safety strategy across residential sites.
• Conduct audits, investigations, and compliance reporting.
• Deliver engaging training for staff on safety practices.
• Support risk assessments and safety planning.
• Promote a safety-first culture throughout the organization.

Skills

NEBOSH-qualified

Multi-site H&S experience

Confident communication

Proactive mindset

Job description

Lead Safety. Protect Futures. Make a Difference.

At Wilderness Way, we don’t just provide care - we transform lives. As a leading provider of specialist residential care for children, we’re on a mission to create safe, nurturing environments where young people can heal, grow, and thrive. Now, we’re looking for a Health & Safety Manager who shares our passion and wants to make a real difference.

Why This Role Matters

This isn’t your average H&S job. You’ll be at the heart of a high-impact, high-compliance environment where your expertise will directly protect and empower both our staff and the children in our care. From shaping policy to leading audits, training teams, and embedding a proactive safety culture — you’ll be the driving force behind our commitment to excellence.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading our health & safety strategy across multiple residential sites
• Delivering audits, investigations, and compliance reports that drive real change
• Designing and delivering engaging training that sticks
• Supporting managers with risk assessments and safety planning
• Championing a culture where safety is everyone’s business

What You’ll Bring

• NEBOSH-qualified with multi-site H&S experience
• A confident communicator who can influence at all levels
• A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
• A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel across Cumbria and the North East

Bonus points if you’ve worked in residential childcare, education, or regulated care settings — but if you’ve got the drive and the know-how, we want to hear from you.

Why Join Wilderness Way?

• Be part of a values-led organisation making a lasting impact
• Work alongside passionate, supportive professionals
• Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working, and ongoing development
• Make a difference every single day

All roles at WW are subject to Safer Recruitment checks, including references, enhanced DBS, and online/social media screening. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.