Occupational Health Advisor

TN United Kingdom; Sheffield; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Temporary Occupational Health Advisor to support their Wellbeing Team. This role involves managing referrals, providing guidance, and ensuring employee support for a sustainable workforce. The advisor will work remotely and must have lived in the UK for the last five years.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified in Occupational Health Nursing.
• Knowledge of health and wellbeing issues in Policing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct telephone consultations and manage complex caseloads.
• Provide evidence-based occupational health advice.
• Prepare reports on employee fitness to work.

Skills

Communication

Influencing

Relationship Management

Education

Occupational Health Nursing Degree

Postgraduate Qualification

Job description

Job Title: Temporary Occupational Health Advisor

The Temporary Occupational Health Advisor resides within the Wellbeing Team and plays a vital role in the overall wellbeing service. This role supports the Occupational Health Unit by managing management referrals across the force. Working remotely, the advisor will ensure individuals access support to encourage attendance at work, manage risks, and provide guidance to managers for a sustainable workforce.

Required Skills:

• Passion for excellence and high standards of client care.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship management skills.
• Proven ability to manage a challenging workload.

Education & Experience:

• Professionally qualified in Occupational Health Nursing (Degree or Diploma, postgraduate qualification).
• Knowledge of health and wellbeing issues facing Policing.
• Proven ability to manage a challenging workload.
• Understanding of professional regulatory frameworks relevant to SYP occupational health services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct telephone consultations and manage complex caseloads, maintaining objectivity and impartiality according to occupational health guidance.
• Provide evidence-based occupational health advice to support employees and management.
• Prepare concise reports on employee fitness to work, including recommendations and timeframes.
• Use a bio-psychosocial approach and functional assessments to address work barriers and inform recommendations.
• Obtain specialist reports and liaise with healthcare professionals to support employee rehabilitation and return to work plans.
• Deliver pre-employment and mandatory medical assessments, advising on fitness for work and workplace adjustments, ensuring timely completion.

Note: Due to police criteria, applicants must have lived in the UK continuously for the last 5 years. Applications from those with less will not be considered.

If you possess the required skills, please apply. Our Recruitment Consultants will contact shortlisted candidates.

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