Occupational Health Advisor

Pertemps Tm; North East; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Pertemps Tm in Durham is recruiting an experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join a college-based team on a permanent, part-time basis. The role requires managing the OH service with professional autonomy and delivering expert advice across the college.

The successful candidate will hold an Occupational Health Nursing qualification and current Nurse registration, with NHS OH experience welcomed. Timetable to be discussed at interview; start ASAP subject to notice period.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Occupational Health Nursing qualification and current nursing registration.
• Ability to work independently and manage an OH function autonomously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Occupational Health service for the college autonomously.
• Provide professional advice and make sound judgements within OH settings.
• Collaborate with campus stakeholders to support employee health.
• Prioritise workloads and maintain OH records accurately.

Skills

Independent working

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Occupational Health Nursing qualification

Job description

Occupational Health Advisor Location: Durham
Salary: £43,377 – £44,783 per annum, pro rata
Market Rate Supplement: £6,000 per annum, pro rata, subject to biennial review
Hours: 18.5 hours per week – timetable to be discussed at interview
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP, subject to notice period
About the Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join a college-based team in Durham on a permanent, part-time basis.

• A recognised Occupational Health Nursing qualification – this is an Occupational Health Nursing role and not an Occupational Health & Safety position.
• Current Registered Nurse status.
• Previous experience working in an Occupational Health Advisor/Nurse capacity.
• The ability to work independently and manage an Occupational Health function autonomously.
• Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• The confidence and experience to make professional judgements and provide appropriate advice within an Occupational Health setting.

Candidates with experience outside of the NHS would be particularly welcomed, although NHS Occupational Health experience will also be considered.
Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Health professional looking for a part-time, permanent role where they can utilise their specialist knowledge and have a direct impact across a college environment.
The successful candidate will join an organisation that values the contribution of Occupational Health and will have the opportunity to establish and maintain an effective service within the college.
Salary & Benefits The position is paid on Management Spine Point MS00-01, equating to:
£43,377 – £44,783 per annum, pro rata

In addition, the role attracts a £6,000 Market Rate Supplement (MRS), pro rata, which is subject to biennial review.
Hours: 18.5 hours per week, with the working timetable to be discussed and agreed at interview.
Start: ASAP, subject to notice period.