Occupational Health and Wellbeing in London

Health And SafetyPosted: 2026-09-11Apply: We want to be led by our CARE values and focused on delivering great work for residents and communities. As Head of Health, Safety and Wellbeing, you will lead our strategic approach to keeping colleagues safe, well and able to do their best work. You will act as the council's competent person under the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, lead a skilled advisory team, and ensure our statutory, governance and assurance responsibilities are met. In this role, you will use evidence, data and insight to identify risks early, target support, strengthen prevention and help colleagues sustain both wellbeing and performance over time. You will also oversee our occupational health and counselling contracts and lead our national partnership with YPO, giving you the opportunity to shape practice across Islington and influence the wider sector. We are looking for an experienced, professionally qualified health and safety leader with strong knowledge of safety law, wellbeing practice and safety management systems. BenefitsIslington is a place rich with diversity and culture. To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out 'CARE', which is what we think public service is all about. Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government serviceA range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working weekLearning and development opportunities to maximise your potentialCompetitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimumExcellent local government pension schemeCycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membershipsLocal discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more! Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Workforce Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion. We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act, including but not limited to race, disability, sexual orientation, sex, religion and belief, age, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity. Any incidents of discrimination will be promptly investigated and addressed in line with our HR policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all colleagues. We use data to identify and address disparities, ensuring that our policies and practices are transparent and impactful in promoting a diverse representation of backgrounds and perspectives at all levels of the organisation. We know that advancing diversity and inclusion is a continuous journey, and we must listen to our colleagues and learn where we can further improve. We work closely with our Colleague Forums and Trade Unions, supported by active allies from our Corporate Management Team, to monitor and evaluate our practices, identify barriers, and empower colleagues to promote equality and inclusion in the workplace. By living out our CARE (collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering) values every day and embedding the principles of equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our work, we can all actively contribute to empowering people and creating a more equal Islington. Proof of addressEvidence of any name changes (if applicable)Right to work in the UKOverseas criminal record check (if applicable)Satisfactory referencesOccupational Health clearanceEvidence of professional qualifications or registrationsDBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable)Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Disability Confident Scheme Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.