Health and Safety Advisor
Bright Horizons UK
South England Remit
Up to £50,000 + Car allowance + Benefits
Irwin and Colton have partnered on an exclusive basis to work alongside one of the UKs largest nursery and pre-school groups, Bright Horizons. For over 30 years now, Bright Horizons has been trusted by thousands of families to provide their children with outstanding early years care, support, and education. They operate nearly 300 nurseries and preschools in the UK and are proud to be recognised for excellence in the sector. Not only this, but they work with 400 clients in the UK, and more than 1,300 of the world's leading employers worldwide, providing a wide range of work and family support, to ensure both parents and carers are able to thrive both in their careers and at home.
Purpose of the Role:
The Health and Safety Advisor will be responsible for providing assurance to the company that its health, safety and other compliance policies, procedures and requirements are applied across operations and support functions consistently and effectively, to mitigate risks across the region.
The Health and Safety Advisor will be supporting the incoming Senior Health and Safety Manager (and Head of Health and Safety) in general safety work as directed, including but not limited to carrying out and managing investigations including accidents and incidents, providing dedicated support to a nominated Division, providing advice for general H&S enquiries across the business, supporting with DSE assessments, support with fire risk assessment outcomes, attending regional meetings and undertaking regular support visits at nurseries.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support on the development of the health and safety strategy and action plans to align with objectives
- Supporting the development of policies and procedures for safety; including safeguarding, occupational health, and facility management of each nursery site
- Conduct regular audits, identify hazards, and implement corrective actions to improve safety standards
- Provide advice and support on health and safety issues to all levels of staff
- Maintain risk assessments, incident reports, and health and safety records
- Collaborate with external bodies and ensure compliance with regulatory standards when necessary
Essential Experience:
- NEBOSH General Certificate (with relevant IOSH membership)
- NEBOSH Fire Risk & Management would be ideal / strong knowledge of this area
- Proven experience managing a multi-site remit
- Strong team player, as well as confident working independently
- Good knowledge of current health and safety legislation
Bright Horizons is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing a safe and supportive work environment. Apply today to join a company dedicated to keeping everyone safe. For further information or to discuss, contact Matthew Cathcart on 01923 432 636
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