Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Health and Safety Officer
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Health and Safety Officer to join Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
As a key member of the Risk, Health and Safety Team, you will support the delivery of a safe environment for patients, staff, visitors and contractors across our hospital sites. Working closely with colleagues at all levels, you will help the Trust meet its statutory health and safety responsibilities and maintain high standards of compliance and assurance.
- Provide expert advice on health and safety matters
- Support the development and review of policies and procedures
- Undertake audits and inspections
- Contribute to programmes of risk assessment, incident investigation, and performance monitoring
The role offers the opportunity to influence both operational practice and wider organisational improvement.
Key Requirements
- Hold a NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent postgraduate qualification in Occupational Health and Safety)
- Experience working in a health and safety role within an NHS or similarly complex organisation
- Strong understanding of relevant legislation
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to build effective working relationships
The post is based at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, with regular travel between Trust sites required.
As a key member of the Risk, Health and Safety Team, you will support the delivery of a safe environment for patients, staff, visitors, and contractors across Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Reporting to the Head of Risk and Assurance, you will act as one of the Trust's competent health and safety advisers, providing specialist advice and support across a large and complex healthcare organisation.
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You will play a leading role in ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation through risk assessments, audits, inspections, incident investigations, policy development, and performance monitoring. The post holder will work closely with clinical and non-clinical teams, supporting managers to identify, assess, and manage risk while promoting a positive health and safety culture across the organisation.
- Deliver training
- Support the Trust's respiratory protective equipment and fit testing programme
- Prepare reports for senior committees
- Contribute to organisational assurance and continuous improvement initiatives
We are looking for a professional, motivated, organised, and influential health and safety officer with excellent communication skills, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels.
About Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
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- Nearly 7,500 staff caring for a diverse population of 1.5 million
- Providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics
- Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.
The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Contact Information
For further details/informal visits contact:
- Name: Vivia Richards
- Job title: Head of Risk and Assurance
- Email address: vivia.richards@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 020 3315 1156
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