For over 60 years, Watford Workshop has empowered adults with disabilities through work opportunities, independent life skills and training - helping them thrive as active, valued members of the ...
Health and Safety Trustee
Practical details
Volunteering • Long term role
Contact person
Linda McIntyre
Requirements
#121284
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We are seeking a Trustee with Health & Safety expertise to strengthen our governance and ensure we provide a safe, supportive environment for vulnerable adults
About the Role
As our Health & Safety Trustee, you will play a key part in overseeing the charity’s approach to risk management, compliance, and safe working practices. You won’t be responsible for day‑to‑day operations; instead, you will provide strategic guidance, constructive challenge, and assurance to the Board and the Management Team. Although we would like you to come in once a quarter to hold meetings with the team and review the safety of the premises.
This is an opportunity to use your professional skills to make a tangible difference to people’s lives while shaping the future of a charity with a strong social mission.
What You’ll Bring
We are looking for someone who can offer:
- Professional experience in health and safety, risk management, compliance, or a related field
- A clear understanding of statutory responsibilities and best practice
- The ability to interpret risk reports and support proportionate, practical decision‑making
- A collaborative, supportive approach to governance
- A commitment to our mission of improving lives through skills and employment
- Advise on ad hoc projects
- Advise on any RIDDOR accidents and assist with reporting as necessary
Your Commitment
- Attend quarterly Board meetings (in person or online)
- Attend an “away day” at our premises once a year
- Attend quarterly visits to review our premises and hold team meetings.
Why Join Us
Becoming a trustee with us means:
- Using your expertise for genuine social impact
- Helping shape a safe, inclusive environment for staff, volunteers, and learners
- Joining a supportive, passionate Board who care deeply about our mission
- Contributing to a charity that changes lives every day
How to Apply
Please send a short expression of interest and CV outlining your experience.
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About Watford Workshop
For over 60 years, Watford Workshop has empowered adults with disabilities through work opportunities, independent life skills and training - helping them thrive as active, valued members of the community.
Volunteering with us is more than giving your time; it’s an opportunity to create real impact and share in an inclusive, inspiring environment. Whether you’d like to share professional expertise (for example in marketing, fundraising or IT), mentor and support our service users, or get hands-on alongside our team in the workshop, we tailor opportunities to your interests and skills.
Our volunteers frequently say that supporting us has broadened their outlook, strengthened their community ties, and given them a deep sense of purpose and pride.
We’d be delighted to welcome you for a visit to see if we’re the right fit for your volunteering journey. Please don’t hesitate to contact us to arrange a tour and chat about how you can get involved.