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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Health and Safety to join an internationally recognised Children’s Charity on a fixed term contract. The purpose of this role is to lead the strategic development and implementation of a robust, sustainable Health & Safety (H&S) framework and system across the Organisation. The role will deliver the Health & Safety action plan, strengthen governance and compliance, embed a proactive safety culture, and ensure the Charity fulfils its legal obligations and duty of care to colleagues, volunteers, and visitors across offices, retail stores, events, and projects. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain a clear H&S framework aligned with legal duties and best practicesEnsure policies, procedures, and roles are up-to-date, accessible, and consistently appliedProvide accurate and timely assurance to the Audit & Risk Committee through improved reporting and KPIsAlign risk and compliance functions to support integrated safety and resiliencePromote leadership accountability and embed a proactive safety culture across the organisationRelaunch and lead the H&S Committee/Working Group to enhance colleague engagementOversee incident reporting, investigation, and learning processesImplement and manage a user-friendly incident reporting systemAssess and control risks across property, retail, events, lone working, and vulnerable workersMaintain a comprehensive H&S training matrix and ensure role-specific training is deliveredEnsure adequate numbers of trained first aiders, fire wardens, and incident respondersLead regular audits and inspections to monitor risks and follow up on actionsSimplify and standardise document control processesBuild and lead a competent H&S team, providing strategic and operational supportDevelop and maintain the safeguarding culture o