Occupational Health Advisor

Thames Valley Police; Cherwell District; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Flexible working options

Local government pension scheme

Wellbeing services and discounts

Job summary

Thames Valley Police invites applications for an Occupational Health role to provide specialist advice and assess fitness for work for Officers, Special Constables, Police Staff and Volunteers. The post holder will promote health, safety and staff wellbeing and work with internal and external partners to support a healthy organisation.

We welcome experienced professionals with a strong background in Occupational Health and the resilience to handle demanding duties.

Qualifications

• Strong background in an Occupational Health setting.
• Demonstrates emotional and psychological resilience for demanding duties.
• Confident decision‑making and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and build effective stakeholder relationships.
• Adapt communication style for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice on fitness for work for Police Officers, Special Constables, Police Staff and Volunteers.
• Promote health, safety and wellbeing of all staff within the organisation.
• Support TVP through flexible working arrangements and development opportunities.
• Assist in the safeguarding of wellbeing and assist in policy and process improvements.

Skills

Occupational Health

Stakeholder management

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Occupational Health qualification

Job description

Part/Full Time Full Time - All roles are available for flexible working including job sharing and part-time unless there are legitimate operational / business reasons why this cannot be accommodated

Applicants are invited to apply for this key role within Occupational Health, supporting Thames Valley Police by providing specialist advice and assessing the fitness for work of Police Officers, Special Constables, Police Staff, and Volunteers. The post holder will also play an important part in promoting the health, safety, and wellbeing of all staff.

We are seeking an experienced professional with a strong background in an Occupational Health setting and the emotional and psychological resilience needed for the demands of this role. You will need confident decision‑making and problem‑solving abilities, along with the capacity to work independently. Building effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels—both within the organisation and with external partners—is essential. You must also be able to adapt your communication style to suit a wide range of audiences.

Candidates who are not yet fully qualified will also be considered and appointed as a trainee, with remuneration at a development salary.

As part of the Thames Valley Police family you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 30 days annual leave per annum, pro-rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities and have the option to join a local government pension scheme. For more information on our benefits, please visit the supporting you page, via the link at the bottom of the advert.

Please use Google Chrome when completing your application, wherever possible, as this will enhance performance.

The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 15 November2026.

At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us .

Working Smart

You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce.

SupportingYou

Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card. Learn more about how we will be Supporting You .

Developing You

We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential.

Vetting.

All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis. As part of our ongoing commitment to fair and transparent recruitment, we provide guidance on how AI may be used during the application and interview processes. Please familiarise yourself with our AI Guidance for Applicants - TVP Careers