Job Description

Job Title: Risk Assessment Officer

Reports to:

Management / Care Quality Coordinator

Location:

John street/ Shirecliffe Lane

Hours:

Full-time

Salary:

30k

About Fortix

Fortix provides high-quality supported living services for vulnerable and hard-to-reach adults, including individuals with complex needs, mental health issues, and substance misuse backgrounds. We are committed to delivering person-centred care that promotes safety, dignity, and independence.

Role purpose

By conducting comprehensive, proactive, and person-centred risk assessments, the Risk Assessment Officer plays a critical role in guaranteeing the security and well-being of our residents and employees. Assuring adherence to internal quality frameworks and CQC standards, this position works in tandem with the Care Quality Coordinator to identify, assess, and track risks associated with residents' care, surroundings, and everyday activities.

Key responsibilities

Perform thorough risk assessments for residents based on their assistance requirements, covering topics like behaviour, environment, health, and community access. Work together with the Care Quality Coordinator to make sure risk assessments complement support tactics and individual care plans. Regularly

review and update risk assessments

following:
-Any

incident or near miss

.

-Safeguarding concerns

or alerts.

-Significant

changes in residents' health, behaviour, or circumstances

.

Analyse

incident reports and trends

to identify emerging risks and make necessary adjustments to support plans and control measures.Conduct environmental and health & safety checks, reporting hazards or areas of concern promptly. Participate in

incident debriefs and reflective reviews

, supporting learning and improvement across services. Monitor and track implementation of control measures, ensuring staff understand and adhere to agreed risk management strategies. To guarantee a coordinated approach to risk management, collaborate closely with managers, support personnel, and outside experts (such as social workers and clinicians). Provide training, guidance, and feedback to staff on risk awareness and safe working practices. Keep current, accurate records and participate in audits for quality assurance. Assist in incident investigations and reflective reviews to identify learning and improve safety standards.

Job Criteria

3+ years' experience

of developing and implementing

high-needs support plans and risk assessments

within a health, social care, or supported living setting. Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills. Confident communication skills, with the ability to engage residents and staff in discussions about risk and safety. Organised, self-motivated, and able to manage a varied workload across multiple locations. Qualification in Health & Social Care, Risk Management, or a related discipline (desirable).

Why Join Fortix

Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking organisation committed to quality and compassion. Ongoing opportunities for professional development and training. A collaborative environment where your expertise directly improves safety and care outcomes for residents.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Free fitness classes Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Store discount
Experience:

risk assessing: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person