Safety Advisor
| Posting date: | 26 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £39,642 to £43,392 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 February 2026 |
| Location: | NW England, UK |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 4 days per week |
| Company: | Barnardo's |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 22416 |
Summary
Corporate Safety Adviser x 2 – North & South West Region
Join a team that makes a real difference.
Barnardo's Corporate Safety Team is growing, and we're looking for two passionate, forward‑thinking Health & Safety professionals to help keep our people, services and communities safe.
If you're driven, adaptable, and excited by the idea of shaping safer environments across diverse services, this could be exactly the challenge you're looking for.
Why this role matters
You'll be joining a highly respected, multidisciplinary team that partners with colleagues at every level of the organisation. Your expertise will directly support Barnardo's mission and strategic objectives — ensuring that safety is at the heart of everything we do to improve children's lives.
Every day looks different in this role. One moment you might be advising on operational risks, the next delivering engaging training, investigating incidents, or supporting managers to embed a positive safety culture. You'll be a trusted specialist who helps our teams feel confident, supported, and empowered.
What the role looks like
A flexible, dynamic working style with regular visibility across your region — typically up to 3 days a week of travel, including occasional overnight stays.
Mandatory team meetings (around four per year), which may require travel outside your region and additional overnight stays.
Work that is varied, meaningful and full of opportunities for professional growth.
Where we work
Our current activity spans:
North Region: Cumbria, the Northeast, the North West, Yorkshire, and the North Midlands
West Region: Midlands, Birmingham, and Wales
(Exact locations may evolve as our commissioned work develops.)
What we're looking for
You will need to demonstrate:
NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent)
Certified IOSH status, with ambition to progress to Chartered (and evidence of your journey)
Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation
Ideally, experience within health & social care
A full UK driving licence — a company car is provided
Excellent communication skills, confidence with IT systems, and the ability to work independently
A genuine passion for supporting teams and promoting a proactive, positive safety culture
Experience delivering engaging training both virtually and in person
Why join us?
At Barnardo's, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. You'll grow as a safety professional, collaborate with brilliant colleagues, and contribute to work that transforms children's lives. The variety in this role guarantees ongoing learning and keeps things fresh.
If you're motivated, curious, committed, and ready for the next step in your safety career, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal chat about the role, please contact rebecca.warnes@barnardos.org.uk.
Please note: due to high application volumes, this advert may close early. We recommend applying as soon as possible.
Join a team that makes a real difference.
Barnardo's Corporate Safety Team is growing, and we're looking for two passionate, forward‑thinking Health & Safety professionals to help keep our people, services and communities safe.
If you're driven, adaptable, and excited by the idea of shaping safer environments across diverse services, this could be exactly the challenge you're looking for.
Why this role matters
You'll be joining a highly respected, multidisciplinary team that partners with colleagues at every level of the organisation. Your expertise will directly support Barnardo's mission and strategic objectives — ensuring that safety is at the heart of everything we do to improve children's lives.
Every day looks different in this role. One moment you might be advising on operational risks, the next delivering engaging training, investigating incidents, or supporting managers to embed a positive safety culture. You'll be a trusted specialist who helps our teams feel confident, supported, and empowered.
What the role looks like
A flexible, dynamic working style with regular visibility across your region — typically up to 3 days a week of travel, including occasional overnight stays.
Mandatory team meetings (around four per year), which may require travel outside your region and additional overnight stays.
Work that is varied, meaningful and full of opportunities for professional growth.
Where we work
Our current activity spans:
North Region: Cumbria, the Northeast, the North West, Yorkshire, and the North Midlands
West Region: Midlands, Birmingham, and Wales
(Exact locations may evolve as our commissioned work develops.)
What we're looking for
You will need to demonstrate:
NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent)
Certified IOSH status, with ambition to progress to Chartered (and evidence of your journey)
Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation
Ideally, experience within health & social care
A full UK driving licence — a company car is provided
Excellent communication skills, confidence with IT systems, and the ability to work independently
A genuine passion for supporting teams and promoting a proactive, positive safety culture
Experience delivering engaging training both virtually and in person
Why join us?
At Barnardo's, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. You'll grow as a safety professional, collaborate with brilliant colleagues, and contribute to work that transforms children's lives. The variety in this role guarantees ongoing learning and keeps things fresh.
If you're motivated, curious, committed, and ready for the next step in your safety career, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal chat about the role, please contact rebecca.warnes@barnardos.org.uk.
Please note: due to high application volumes, this advert may close early. We recommend applying as soon as possible.
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