Job summary
We are looking for a proactive Health & Safety Officer to join St Lukes Hospice on a 6-month fixed term contract. In this varied role, you will support the Head of Risk and Compliance in promoting and maintaining safe working practices across the Hospice, our retail shops, and distribution centres. Youll provide advice, carry out audits and assessments, and play a key part in ensuring we continue to deliver a safe and supportive environment for our staff, volunteers, patients, and visitors.
Main duties of the job
The role involves carrying out risk assessments, audits, and inspections across all sites, reviewing accidents and near-miss reports, supporting fire safety and evacuation procedures, and delivering health and safety training to staff. You will advise teams on compliance with legal requirements, update and maintain relevant documentation, and work with colleagues to embed best practice. Travel between sites will be required, and a driving licence is essential.
About us
St Lukes Hospice is an independent charity providing specialist palliative care for people aged 18 and above across Sheffield. Each year, we support around 1,800 patients and their families, offering compassionate, dignified and expert care. Alongside our clinical services, we operate a network of retail shops and a distribution centre which play a vital role in funding our work. Our values Compassionate, Dignified, Inspired and Pioneering shape how we work and the care we deliver.
Details
Date posted
29 September 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
STL1140275
Job locations
Little Common Lane
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S11 9NE
Employer details
Employer name
St Luke’s Hospice
Address
Little Common Lane
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S11 9NE
Employer's website
https://www.stlukeshospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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