About this job
Care home
Region
Yorkshire
Salary
£32,000 plus £3,000 car allowance
Type
Permanent - Full Time
Health and Safety Inspector
Position: Health and Safety Inspector
Location: Ferham House, with regional travel required
Contract type: Full time, 40 hours per week
Rate: £32,000 plus £3,000 car allowance
This is an exciting opportunity to join our rapidly growing organisation as a Health and Safety Inspector.
We’re currently looking for a qualified and experienced Health and Safety Inspector to join our team and help maintain, and improve, health and safety standards across our care homes.
In this role, you’ll be working with a small but dedicated team of Health and Safety professionals to keep our residents and workforce safe within a healthcare environment.
About Exemplar Health Care
Exemplar Health Care is one of the country’s leading nursing care providers for adults living with complex needs.
We have 52 care homes across England that support adults living with complex mental health needs, dementia, neuro-disabilities and physical disabilities.
As well as stable and secure employment opportunities, we offer great benefits and perks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and progress.
About the role
As a Health and Safety Inspector with Exemplar Health Care, you’ll lead the way with the provision of guidance and advice on statutory health, safety, and environmental requirements as they affect our operations.
No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
conducting regular audits and inspections to ensure health and safety compliance in all care homes
supporting care homes with health and safety enquiries and providing expert advice
supporting new build and refurbishment projects
delivering training on health and safety practices, including fire safety and evacuation procedures
carrying out low-risk fire risk assessments and advising on any corrective actions
undertaking site visits to monitor and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
collating, analysing, and presenting health and safety data
producing detailed and accurate health and safety reports
attending various internal and external meetings
supporting homes on compliance visits from external agencies
managing the Radar Healthcare and HSB monitoring systems to maintain compliance and safety standards
reviewing and updating health and safety policies, risk assessments, and COSHH documentation
planning and delivering evacuation drills and training.
About you
Above all, you’re someone who identifies with our values of fun, integrity, responsiveness, success and teamwork.
You’ll also have:
previous experience in the healthcare sector in the UK, with a strong understanding of health and safety practices in care environments
be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams, with the ability to produce accurate data and comprehensive reports
an NVQ Level 6 in Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) or equivalent, in addition to a NEBOSH General Certificate and NEBOSH Fire Certificate
membership of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)
a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, as travel to care homes is an essential part of the role
line management experience
duty holder experience of the management of legionella in water systems and Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER).
What we offer
We offer great rewards and perks including:
excellent supervision, peer support, learning opportunities and career prospects
retail and lifestyle discounts
free DBS check
24/7 counselling and support
Blue Light Card eligibility.
How to apply
Sound good? We’d love to hear from you. Click the button to ‘APPLY NOW’.
For an informal chat about joining us, please contact recruitment@exemplarhc.com or call 01977 630908.
About Exemplar Health Care
Exemplar Health Care operates over 50 care homes across the UK and is the nation’s leading provider of complex care.
Our commitment to quality is reflected in our homes, where the percentage of 'Good' and 'Outstanding' CQC ratings far exceeds the national average.
Unlike other providers, our staffing levels are based on individual need. This means you’ll have more time to provide truly person-centered care, making a real difference in the lives of those you support.
Our care
The people we support have unique needs and stories, but one thing stays the same across all our homes - we empower individuals to achieve personal goals in a safe and supportive environment.
Induction
Every new colleague attends an induction to learn about our company and complete mandatory and role-specific training, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional care.
Career development
Whether your goals are in care, nursing, management, quality or support, we provide the confidence, skills and knowledge to help you excel in your role and advance your career, if you wish.
Colleague wellbeing
Happy, healthy colleagues mean better care for those we support. We offer a range of initiatives to ensure our colleagues thrive in safe and supportive environments.
Rewards and benefits
From paid RCNi Learning access and NMC PIN payments for nurses to lifestyle and retail discounts for everyone, our rewards ensure your career is as fulfilling as it is rewarding.
Colleague stories
From care homes to central support services, everyone plays a vital role. Hear from colleagues across various roles about what it’s like to work with us.