"Health, Safety and Environmental Adviser"

About the role:

To ensure UCAS provides a healthy and safe environment, and that it complies with relevant health, safety, and environmental legislation and regulations. Please read the full job description and accountabilities for full details of the role.

Skills, qualifications and experience:

• Relevant qualification in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Management, or a related field (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH).
• Proven experience as an HSE Advisor or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of relevant health, safety, and environmental legislation and standards.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, audits, and investigations.
• Excellent communication and training delivery skills.
• Ability to influence and work collaboratively with employees at all levels.
• Strong organizational and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Detail-oriented and proactive.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
• Confident in leading and facilitating discussions around health, safety and environmental matters.
• Discreet and trustworthy to work with sensitive and confidential information.

Package:

• Purpose-driven work in a charity-led organisation connecting people to education and opportunity.
• Internal training, mentoring, and access to industry-recognised certifications through our development academies.
• Hybrid working model built on trust and flexibility, with a 35-hour week and flexible contracts.
• 30 days annual leave, 3 concessionary days over Christmas, bank holidays, and the option to purchase additional leave.
• Everyday wellbeing support through Perkbox, offering discounts and wellness tools.
• Onsite facilities including a subsidised gym, café, and free parking at our Cheltenham office.
• Inclusive culture supported by employee networks, wellbeing champions, and Mental Health First Aiders.
• Recognition and reward through our quarterly employee scheme and an ex-gratia bonus for going above and beyond.