The closing date is 14th Jul 2026
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Job summary
We're looking for a strategic, forward-thinking leader to take on a pivotal role at the heart of our organisation, leading our risk management and health & safety agenda and helping us deliver safe, high-quality care to our communities.
This is not a traditional operational H&S role. We need someone who can think at system level, influence senior stakeholders, and embed a proactive, intelligence-led approach to risk across a complex organisation.
The role offers hybrid working with a minimum of 2-3 days in the office. We can also offer support with relocation expenses for those looking to relocate to Somerset.
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Main duties, tasks & skills required
Acting as the strategic lead for risk management, developing policies, systems, and governance frameworks that support organisational objectives
Owning and evolving the Board Assurance Framework, ensuring it drives meaningful oversight of strategic risks
Providing expert advice to senior leaders and clinicians on complex and emerging risks
Leading a high-performing multi-disciplinary team covering risk, health & safety, and safer moving & handling
Translating data and intelligence into clear, compelling insights for Executive and Board audiences
Building strong partnerships internally and externally to drive system-wide risk awareness and improvement
You'll play a central role in shaping how we understand and manage risk across the organisation, directly influencing safety, quality, and performance.
This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role where your expertise will make a visible difference, both strategically and operationally.
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About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
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Job description
Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details of duties and responsibilities.
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Person specification
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Qualifications
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Essential
First degree and or equivalent senior management experience
Masters degree or demonstrable ability to work at masters level
Evidence of continuous professional development
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Desirable
Qualification or formal training in leadership
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Experience
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Essential
Extensive experience in governance within large or complex NHS organisations
Extensive experience in the management of risk and health and safety including oversight of national guidance and committee processes
Experience of advising supporting and working collaboratively with senior management and clinical teams
Experience of governance process development particularly in risk management health and safety and safer moving and handling
Experience of presenting complex or contentious information at Trust level meetings and to a wide range of audiences
Experience of line management including providing supportive leadership supervision and staff development
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Desirable
Experience of organisational change
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Additional Criteria
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Essential
Please refer to the attached JD
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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.
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Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
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.
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For help with your application, contact:
Ben Edgar-Attwell
[email protected]
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Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
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Band
Band 8a
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Salary
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£57528.00 to £64750.00 Yearly
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Contract
Permanent
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Working pattern
Full-Time, Flexible Working
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Reference number
184-OL-PU-4868
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Job locations
Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
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Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
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