Health and Safety Advisor - Fixed Term Contract

Places for People, we hire People, not numbers. So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just whowe'relooking for. Of course, experience andtrack recordare important, butwe'remore interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises.That'ssomeone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise,we'rededicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both ourCustomersand colleagues.Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap.So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!More about your roleWe're looking for a proactive and knowledgeable Health & Safety Advisor to join our Colleague & Customer Safety team and help us deliver a consistent, high-quality safety service across PFP.In this vital role, you'll play a key part in supporting the health, safety and wellbeing of colleagues, customers, contractors and visitors.You'll work as part of a collaborative one team approach, providing second-line oversight, assurance and practical support to operational teams.You will carry out risk assessments, safety assessments support and conduct incident investigations, and provide clear, expert advice to help ensure our policies, standards and practices are compliant, effective and continuously improving. You'll also contribute to the development and delivery of toolbox talks, guidance and management system tools, helping to build capability and confidence across the business.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys influencing positive change, working with a wide range of stakeholders, and supporting teams to deliver safe, customer-focused services in a practical and proportionate way.The role is Fixed Term until October 2026This role will combine working from home and on-site working tosupport operational activity. National travel may be required to meet business and assurance needs.More About YouTo be successful in this role, you'll bring the confidence, knowledge, and communication skills to positively influence others and embed strong health and safety practices across the organisation.Essential CriteriaNEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent).Previous experience conducting investigations, including health 'safety incidents and near-miss reviews.Practical experience delivering risk assessments across varied operational areas.Demonstrable experience coaching and supporting colleagues in relation to health, safety, and compliance.Strong understanding of relevant regulations, standards, and best practice in workplace and property safety.BenefitsWe are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.We know thatthere'salways more we can do to make you smile,that'swhy we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:Competitive salary, with a salary review yearlyPension with matched contributions up to 7%Excellent holiday package 35 days annual leave with theoptionto buy or sell leaveCashback plan for healthcare costs up to 500 saving per yearA bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%Training and developmentExtraperksincluding huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.What's next?If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.As part of ourcommitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided they meet the essential criteria for the role. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please indicate this in your application. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and accessible recruitment process for all.We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview experience, please let us know. We're happy to work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to perform at your best.If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on We understand the importance of a supportive and inclusive work culture so please talk to us at interview about flexibility you may need. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we promise not to judge you for asking. For this role we are open to discussing the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times or compressed hours.If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold callsSafeguarding At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect.We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. xjdpvnf Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities

Created: 2026-02-07