Lead Occupational Health Nurse

NHS; Matlock; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as an Occupational Health Nurse, where you will lead a dedicated team and support a workforce of 10,000. This role involves delivering clinical assessments and managing health initiatives while ensuring the wellbeing of employees across Derbyshire. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development and a generous benefits package, including flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexi Time Scheme

Wellbeing Support Framework

Generous Annual Leave Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Training and Development Opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Employee Wellbeing Support

Our Derbyshire Rewards

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse with OH Diploma or Degree required.
• Excellent communication skills and customer-focused approach.
• Proven track record of high standards, clinically and operationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Occupational Nurses and in-house counsellor.
• Deliver face-to-face assessments and case management.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams and provide advice.

Skills

Communication

Customer Focus

Performance Focus

Solution Focus

Education

Registered General Nurse with OH Diploma or Degree

Job description

Job summary

Why Join Us?

At Derbyshire County Council, you will have the opportunity to lead a team of dedicated professionals and make a significant impact while supporting our business goals. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to be part of a forward-thinking organisation.

To apply, please copy and paste the following link into your web browser and submit your CV and supporting statement. We look forward to hearing from you:

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Role Overview:

• Lead a team of Occupational Nurses and in-house counsellor.
• Support the council's workforce of 10,000 across Derbyshire.
• Collaborate with Occupational Health physicians, counselling service, Health and Safety, and HR colleagues.
• Work with external customers, including Schools and District Councils.

Ideal Candidate:

• Registered General Nurse with OH Diploma or Degree.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Customer, performance, and solution focused.
• Proven track record of high standards, clinically and operationally.
• Passionate about proactive OH benefits.

Main duties of the job

• Lead the team and work clinically.
• Deliver face-to-face assessments, case management, workplace assessments, pre-employment screening, and health surveillance.
• Provide advice to colleagues and managers.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams internally.
• Based at County Hall, Matlock; report to Health and Safety Manager, Policy and Wellbeing Development.
• Interact with employees from various roles in diverse work environments.
• Travel around the county occasionally; driving is essential.

About us

Support & Benefits:

• Flexi Time Scheme: Up to two days flexi leave every four weeks (pro-rata for part-time employees), subject to service needs.
• Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling.
• Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and Wisdom app.
• Generous Annual Leave Scheme: Ensures a healthy work-life balance.
• Local Government Pension Scheme: Provides financial security.
• Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promotes a healthy lifestyle.
• Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encourages environmentally friendly commuting options.
• Our Derbyshire Rewards: A package of benefits and discounts.

Details Date posted

19 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£43,055 to £46,439 a year (2025/2026 pay award pending)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

F0015-25-01238

Job locations

Derbyshire County Council

County Hall

Matlock

Derbyshire

DE4 3AG

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Contribute to the delivery of the Health Safety and Wellbeing Strategy and Action Plan and recommend areas for future development.
• Manage, promote and contribute to an agreed occupational health programme, to include both work-related and general health issues.
• Identify and contribute to the development and implementation of Occupational Health policies, practices and new initiatives to reflect current trends, working collaboratively across the wellbeing function and consulting with key stakeholders.
• Manage the Occupational Health Unit using operational excellence as a basis for modernising service delivery so it is effective in delivering the aims of the Council's Health Safety and Wellbeing Action Plan.
• Supervise team performance, ensure team member training and developmental needs are identified and met.
• Maintain and monitor existing occupational health and wellbeing contracts, and contribute to the procurement of future cost-effective, value-adding occupational health and associated wellbeing contracts to ensure they meet service needs.
• Coordinate and monitor the health surveillance programme.