Senior Nurse Advisor
* Job title: Senior Advisor – Clinical Governance + Lead Nurse (Occupational Health)
* Salary: NHS Band 8a (£57,528 – £64,750 per annum)
* Contract: Permanent, full time
* Location: Wakefield (with travel across Force locations)
Looking for a senior occupational health leadership role where you can shape clinical standards and make a real impact?
West Yorkshire Police is seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Senior Nurse Advisor – Clinical Governance Lead to provide professional, clinical and strategic leadership within our Occupational Health service.
This pivotal role leads the delivery of a high‑quality, evidence‑based occupational health nursing service, supporting the health, wellbeing and operational effectiveness of over 10,000 officers, staff and volunteers. Working within a biopsychosocial model, you will ensure robust clinical governance, high professional standards and continuous service improvement.
This is a unique opportunity to influence Force‑wide health and wellbeing strategy, modernise clinical practice and lead a dedicated nursing team within a complex and high‑profile organisation.
Role and Responsibilities
* Providing professional and clinical leadership to the Occupational Health Nursing team
* Leading clinical governance, ensuring robust protocols, compliance with legislation and national best practice
* Working closely with the Head of Occupational Health, Force Medical Advisor and senior stakeholders to deliver improved clinical outcomes
* Overseeing health surveillance and monitoring programmes, ensuring statutory compliance
* Managing service performance, demand and capacity to minimise waiting times and maximise value for money
* Leading health awareness, risk management and wellbeing initiatives aligned to organisational and public health priorities
* Acting as a specialist clinical advisor in the development of Force policies impacting health and wellbeing
* Maintaining audit, assurance and external assessment processes, including SEQOHS compliance
* Holding a proportionate clinical caseload and contributing to nurse‑led clinics
* Providing line management, supervision and professional support to nursing staff
Expectations
* Provide confident, credible leadership within a multidisciplinary environment
* Apply advanced clinical judgement and governance expertise to complex occupational health issues
* Communicate effectively with senior leaders, managers and external partners
* Drive continuous improvement in clinical quality, safety and service delivery
* Balance strategic responsibilities with operational clinical leadership
* Travel across the Force area to support service delivery
Essential Criteria
* Registered General Nurse qualification
* Formal qualification in Occupational Health Nursing recognised by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
* Extensive post‑qualification occupational health experience
* Proven experience of leading teams and developing service delivery models
* Demonstrable experience of developing clinical practice and governance frameworks
* Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and use of data to inform decision making
* Experience of health surveillance processes and statutory compliance
Desirable
* Knowledge and experience of applying health and safety legislation in an occupational setting
Benefits/What We Offer
* Generous annual leave allowance – 29 days annual leave, rising to 34 days after five years of service (plus bank holidays)
* Flexible working options, including agile working arrangements to help you manage your professional and personal commitments
* Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund, a secure Defined Benefit CARE (Career Average Revalued Earnings) pension scheme
* Membership options for the Police Treatment Centre and The Police Children’s Charity (eligibility‑dependent)
* Access to savings, discounts and cashback rewards through staff schemes, including eligibility to purchase a Blue Light Card
* Option to sign up to our Cycle to work scheme (eligibility‑dependent)
* Access to a wide range of internal wellbeing services and support programmes
* Opportunities for career development and training
* Supportive HR policies, including maternity, paternity and other family‑friendly provisions
* A meaningful career with a clear sense of purpose supporting policing services that protect communities
* Opportunities to join staff networks, wellbeing groups, and sports clubs
* Training and development opportunities, depending on previous experience and skillset
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and a member of the Fair Work Charter.
West Yorkshire Fair Work Charter
https://www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/business/growth-hub/better-business-practices/fair-work-charter/
For more information about what we offer, visit: Employee Benefits https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/jobs-volunteer/benefits
How to Apply
Join us in shaping an estate that supports vital policing services across West Yorkshire. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your professional career.
For further information about the role, please contact Head of Occupational Health, Hayley Golding. hayley.golding@westyorkshire.police.uk
This vacancy will close at 23:55 hours on 1st June 2026.
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