Overview:
At Change Grow Live, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to change the direction of their life. Every day, our colleagues support people facing some of life's most complex challenges, helping them build healthier, safer and more hopeful futures.
Creating environments where that work can happen safely is fundamental to everything we do.
We're looking for an experienced National Health and Safety Advisor to join our Legal Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to shape health and safety practice across one of the UK's leading health and social care charities, influencing a culture where safety, wellbeing and continuous improvement are part of everyday working life.
Working alongside the National Health and Safety Manager, you'll provide expert advice and practical guidance to colleagues across England and Scotland. From strengthening governance and leading audits to supporting complex investigations and driving organisational improvement, you'll help ensure our people can deliver life-changing services safely and confidently.
This is a highly visible national role, ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, influencing positive change and making a lasting impact across a diverse organisation.
We're looking for a credible, proactive and highly experienced health and safety professional who combines technical expertise with excellent relationship-building skills.
You'll be confident influencing stakeholders at every level, translating legislation into practical solutions and supporting managers to create safe, compliant and positive working environments.
Given the strategic nature of this national role, we're seeking someone with a minimum of 10 years' experience in a senior health and safety advisory or management position, ideally gained within a complex, multi-site organisation.
You'll also bring:
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A NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent Level 6 qualification).
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Extensive experience of developing and implementing health and safety management systems.
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Significant experience of audits, investigations and organisational risk management.
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Excellent knowledge of current health and safety legislation and ISO 45001.
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Outstanding communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into meaningful action.
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A commitment to continuous professional development.
Experience within health, social care, healthcare, charity or other people-focused environments would be highly advantageous. IOSH membership and Internal Auditor qualifications are also desirable.
Location: The successful candidate will be based from one of our offices in Manchester, Leeds or Scotland, with regular national travel across England and Scotland.
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week*.
- Please note: Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and any associated payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.
Responsibilities:
What you'll be doing
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Providing expert health and safety advice and guidance across the organisation.
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Supporting managers to identify, assess and manage workplace risks.
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Conducting audits and monitoring compliance against internal standards and ISO 45001 requirements.
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Investigating accidents and incidents and supporting learning and improvement.
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Analysing health and safety data, identifying trends and producing meaningful reports.
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Supporting the development of policies, procedures and training programmes.
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Working collaboratively with HR, Facilities, Quality, IT and operational teams.
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Contributing to organisational projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Building positive relationships with colleagues, stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
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25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
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A paid Wellness Hour each week.
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Access to our Wellness Hub and Employee Assistance Programme.
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Generous pension scheme.
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Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
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A culture built on compassion, innovation and continuous improvement.
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The opportunity to influence health and safety practice at a national level.
At Change Grow Live, we know that when our people are supported, developed and empowered, they can make an even greater difference to the communities we serve.
Supporting success – We create the environment, resources and opportunities that enable people to do their best work.
Growing together – We invest in learning, development and continuous improvement, helping colleagues build rewarding careers and reach their full potential.
Belonging – We champion inclusive, transparent and collaborative cultures where everyone feels welcomed, respected and able to bring their whole selves to work.
Our work is built on evidence and compassion. We are rooted in communities, working alongside people to create healthier and safer futures.
If you're looking for a role where your expertise can make a national impact, we'd love to hear from you.
We want to get to know you, not an AI tool. Please make sure your application is written in your own words and genuinely reflects your skills, experience and motivation.
Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions
Salary Range (pro rata if part time): CGL points 37 to 40 (£41,970.40 - £45,583.51) ILW / OLW /Fringe: N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Closing Date: 26/7/2026 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:: Dawn Phillips |
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