Band 8B Group Head of Health and Safety
Royal Free London NHS Foundation TrustOur trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.
Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.
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Job overview
To provide strategic direction and leadership for the Trust’s Health and Safety agenda and professional leadership, both operationally and strategically, for the Health and Safety team. Work closely with divisional senior management teams to develop effective and collaborative relationships in order to support the delivery of effective risk management structures. Ensure that the Trust achieves compliance with its statutory duties under Health and Safety, and other related law. Provide specialist technical knowledge and guidance to management groups and committees to support the continual improvement of the Trust’s Safety performance
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The post holder will:
Work closely with others developing effective and collaborative relationships
Ensure that H & S policies are implemented consistently across the Trust
Develop a robust H & S plan that supports and contributes to the Trust’s governing objectives
Ensure that the management of H & S is integrated into the Trust structure
Work closely with key stakeholders to provide good practice in Risk Management and risk reductions
Continuously develop the H & S training matrix
Review and implement National Risk Management and H & S initiatives and ensure compliance with the requirements of the statutory bodies
Act as the co-ordinator of the Trust’s H & S Committee
Provide specialist advice and lead, H & S interventions to enable and support the delivery of the Trust’s vision, business plans and cost improvement programmes
Check, monitor and advise managers of all matters relating to H & S inspections and ensure actions are taken to implement any changes which may be necessary as a result of this process
Assist in matters of advice and investigate as needed onto Safety Alerts, Department of Health Alerts, Estates Advice Alerts and provide information for feedback into the established system.
Ensure all new legislation is researched and draw up development plans to ensure active implementation
Horizon scan for forthcoming legislation changes, current best practices and local and national initiatives that support the delivery of the Trusts governing objectives
Working for our organisation
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This is provided within the attached JD, which details in depth the main job responsibilities. Please see attachment
Applications are welcome from people wishing to job share or work flexible patterns. We are committed to equal opportunities.
Please note:
- Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification
- Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.
- Interview arrangements will be communicated via email so please check your email regularly following the closing date.
Please be advised that due to exceptionally high demand, all Royal Free accommodation is at full capacity and waiting lists are being held. Average waiting times are 12 months. Please do not rely on Trust accommodation when you commence your role and ensure you investigate alternative accommodation for your arrival.