Occupational Health Nurse Advisor - £38,682 - £54,710 (NHS Band 6/7) depending on experience
Avon and Somerset Police is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation dedicated to the well-being and productivity of our employees, we recognise the importance of maintaining a healthy and safe work environment. To further enhance our commitment to employee health and well-being, we are seeking a qualified Occupational Health Nurse Advisor to join our team.
Position Overview:
As an Occupational Health Nurse Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in promoting and maintaining the health and safety of our workforce. You will collaborate with employees, management, and stakeholders to implement effective occupational health programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and fostering a culture of well-being within the organisation.
If you have current experience in health surveillance and screening, within an Occupational Health setting, and are looking to build a career in occupational health, we would be keen to support your development. This role offers the opportunity to develop skills towards becoming a fully qualified Occupational Health Advisor, with structured support, work based experience, skills development and the potential of funding towards an accredited occupational health qualification.
This opportunity provides a hybrid working arrangement, requiring on-site work for a portion of your weekly schedule.
Responsibilities:
* Conduct comprehensive health assessments, including pre-employment screenings and periodic health check-ups.
* Be an active member of Occupational Health team undertaking recruitment medicals, role related medicals and assessing fitness to practice
* Provide expert guidance on occupational health issues and support employees in managing their health conditions.
* Collaborate with HR, safety teams, and management to implement proactive measures for injury prevention and workplace health promotion.
* Develop and deliver wellbeing initiatives to enhance employee awareness and engagement.
* Maintain accurate and confidential health records in compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Hep B vaccination programmes including venepuncture for immunity tests
* Risk assessed/role-based health assessments
* Undertaking external health clinics within other Police premises
Skills, experience and qualifications:
* Registered General Nurse with degree or diploma (or equivalent) in Occupational Health.
* Experience working as an Occupational Health Nurse Advisor required
* In-depth knowledge of occupational health regulations, standards, and best practices.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
* Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
* Proficient in using occupational health software and electronic health records systems.
* Clinical skills in venepuncture, immunisations and vaccinations, vision testing, audiometry, and spirometry (preferable)
Benefits:
* Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
* Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
* Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
* Blended working role (minimum 60% of the working week on site at Occupational Health in Portishead near Bristol or other Police premises such as Yeovil, Bridgwater, Kenneth Steele House in Bristol, Patchway or Keynsham). Working pattern to be reviewed on a case by case basis with the successful candidate depending on business need.
Recruitment timeline:
Advert closing date: Tuesday 10th March at 5pm. Please note that the closing date for this advertisement may be extended if required.
Familiarisation Events: Thursday 19th March 11am & 5pm.This is a mandatory session for shortlisted candidates to attend a face to face session hosted by Occupational Health representatives and the Talent Acquisition Team, you will be provided with an option on the event time on this specified date. This will be held in person at Occupational Health, Portisfields in Portishead, further information will be shared with you after shortlisting has taken place.
Interviews: Thursday 26th March. To be held in person at Occupational Health, Portisfields in Portishead.
Employee Rewards and Benefits
How we reward our employees is linked to our culture, it's about more than just salary. Through a package of financial, lifestyle and health benefits, we support whatever stage of life you're in and the moments that matter.
Financial rewards
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Police Staff Welfare Fund.
Health and Wellbeing
* Gym membership - Membership to the gym at Police Headquarters for £5 per month. Open 24 hours per day
* Union membership – membership to the largest trade union in the UK for a small monthly cost
* Occupational Health - Support and advice through our Occupational Health unit
* Employee Assistance Program – An online and telephone service designed to help you deal with personal and professional problems that could be affecting your home or work life
Lifestyle
* Great discounts on products and services – Exclusive benefits for you and your family including; shopping, days out, sporting events, dining and holidays through the 'Blue Light card'
* Lifestyle benefits, including sports and social facilities and activities, cycle to work scheme, childcare vouchers.
Additional information:
This role may require travel across our force area therefore, a full current UK driving licence or the willingness to travel using alternative transport will be necessary.
To be eligible to apply for this role you must have a 3 year 'checkable history' in the UK – ideally this means that you would have been resident in the UK for the last 3 years.
Join us in promoting a healthy and thriving workplace We look forward to receiving your application.
For more information please see attached job description or contact Occupational Health Unit Lead via email.
To apply, please send your CV to: quoting vacancy ID 7562.
Blended Working/ Hybrid Working
Avon and Somerset Police encourage flexible working where operationally possible.
This role has been identified as a blended role.
The successful candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work from home whilst also at a secondary work location, which will be a police premises. The successful applicant will have the option to discuss working arrangements with their line manager. All applicants must reside within the UK.