Health and Safety Manager
| Posting date: | 17 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,000.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 April 2026 |
| Location: | Essex, CO4 9PE |
| Company: | Consensus Support Services Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ORG5832-LN1525278ColHASM |
Summary
Consensus is not just a care provider – we’re a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. If you’re as passionate as we are about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others, then this may be the job for you.
Role: Health and Safety Manager
Salary: £45,000 per annum + £6,000 car allowance
Location: Remote with National Travel
Your Role
Conducting health and safety audits across Consensus locations in the UK and supporting Service Managers to develop and deliver improvement plans within appropriate timescales.
Line Management responsibility for the Health and Safety Officer.
Completing risk assessments and policy writing in line compliance with regulations.
Supporting managers to complete accident investigations, root cause analysis, RIDDOR reporting and compiling findings and tracking incidents.
Maintaining accurate records of health and safety activities, including inspections, audits, training, incidents, and safety reports. Preparing monthly reports for senior management on health and safety performance.
Assisting with Fire Evacuation planning, Fire Drills and creating PEEPs to aid in evacuation.
Adhering to regulation, guidance and internal risk assessments and policies.
Providing professional and reasonably practicable specialist advice on risks associated with the industry.
Ensuring compliance in the management of PPM schedules of work, liaising closely with the Heads of Estate and Helpdesk Team to ensure compliance is achieved with remedials completed.
Working alongside contractors and the new development team to build new sites in line with our own internal policies, building regulations and fire safety guidance for the specific field.
Our Benefits
Consensus is a certified Great Place to Work and has been recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women, Development & Wellbeing. Here’s just a small selection of the benefits you’ll enjoy:
Holiday Purchase Scheme: Purchase an additional three days’ annual leave each year.
Recognition & Rewards: Including long service awards and a recognition platform.
Learning & Development: Supporting your personal and professional growth with Consensus Academy.
Life Assurance: Benefit of twice your annual salary.
Wagestream: Withdraw a percentage of your wages as you earn them before payday.
Discounts: From over 150 retailers through our employee benefits platform.
Health & Wellbeing: From our Employee Assistance Programme to our Mental Health First Aiders – colleague wellbeing is a priority and we’re here to support you and your teams.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will:
Hold a NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent and bring solid experience in a Health and Safety Manager role.
Can translate complex technical information into clear accessible guidance for colleagues at all levels.
Bring strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
Be confident, flexible and efficient – you’re happy to work and travel across the UK.
Above all, you’ll be committed to providing person-centred care that provides equitable opportunities to all of those you’re working for.
This great company culture is built on appreciation, recognition, and ensuring our colleagues have the right opportunities to flourish. We value individuality and diversity, and we know that every journey is unique. So, whatever you're looking to achieve from this next step, make this your moment to shine.
Want to hear more about the role? Call our dedicated in-house recruitment team on 01206 417573.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
Role: Health and Safety Manager
Salary: £45,000 per annum + £6,000 car allowance
Location: Remote with National Travel
Your Role
Conducting health and safety audits across Consensus locations in the UK and supporting Service Managers to develop and deliver improvement plans within appropriate timescales.
Line Management responsibility for the Health and Safety Officer.
Completing risk assessments and policy writing in line compliance with regulations.
Supporting managers to complete accident investigations, root cause analysis, RIDDOR reporting and compiling findings and tracking incidents.
Maintaining accurate records of health and safety activities, including inspections, audits, training, incidents, and safety reports. Preparing monthly reports for senior management on health and safety performance.
Assisting with Fire Evacuation planning, Fire Drills and creating PEEPs to aid in evacuation.
Adhering to regulation, guidance and internal risk assessments and policies.
Providing professional and reasonably practicable specialist advice on risks associated with the industry.
Ensuring compliance in the management of PPM schedules of work, liaising closely with the Heads of Estate and Helpdesk Team to ensure compliance is achieved with remedials completed.
Working alongside contractors and the new development team to build new sites in line with our own internal policies, building regulations and fire safety guidance for the specific field.
Our Benefits
Consensus is a certified Great Place to Work and has been recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women, Development & Wellbeing. Here’s just a small selection of the benefits you’ll enjoy:
Holiday Purchase Scheme: Purchase an additional three days’ annual leave each year.
Recognition & Rewards: Including long service awards and a recognition platform.
Learning & Development: Supporting your personal and professional growth with Consensus Academy.
Life Assurance: Benefit of twice your annual salary.
Wagestream: Withdraw a percentage of your wages as you earn them before payday.
Discounts: From over 150 retailers through our employee benefits platform.
Health & Wellbeing: From our Employee Assistance Programme to our Mental Health First Aiders – colleague wellbeing is a priority and we’re here to support you and your teams.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will:
Hold a NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent and bring solid experience in a Health and Safety Manager role.
Can translate complex technical information into clear accessible guidance for colleagues at all levels.
Bring strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
Be confident, flexible and efficient – you’re happy to work and travel across the UK.
Above all, you’ll be committed to providing person-centred care that provides equitable opportunities to all of those you’re working for.
This great company culture is built on appreciation, recognition, and ensuring our colleagues have the right opportunities to flourish. We value individuality and diversity, and we know that every journey is unique. So, whatever you're looking to achieve from this next step, make this your moment to shine.
Want to hear more about the role? Call our dedicated in-house recruitment team on 01206 417573.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
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