Occupational Health Advisor - Team leader - Warton (Onsite)

Health Partners Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension up to 6%

Life assurance

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Birthday day off

Discounted gym membership

Health cashback plan

NMC Fees paid

Job summary

Health Partners are seeking a highly skilled nurse registered with the NMC (Part 1) who holds a postgraduate qualification in Occupational Health or is working towards this.

The role involves leading the onsite clinical team, delivering the full occupational health remit, including medical assessments, health surveillance, education and case management in line with client contracts and Health Partners protocols.

Qualifications

• NMC registered nurse with current license to practice.
• Postgraduate OH qualification or working toward it.
• Experience delivering full OH remit incl. health surveillance and case management.
• Strong leadership, organisation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent medical assessments by telephone or face-to-face and report to the referring manager.
• Conduct health surveillance and fitness-for-work assessments, issuing certificates as required.
• Supervise and support the onsite clinical team and manage day-to-day operations.
• Attend client meetings and deliver relevant OH training sessions.
• Maintain records and ensure compliance with policies and protocols.
• Develop wellbeing initiatives and participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

NMC Registration

Occupational Health

Leadership

Clinical supervision

Health surveillance

Case management

Education

Nursing qualification (RN)

Postgraduate qualification in Occupational Health

Tools

Clinical systems

Job description

At Health Partners, we pride ourselves on being one of the UK’s leading providers of occupational health and wellbeing solutions. We partner with organisations across diverse industries, helping them to support the physical and mental health of their employees.

Please note that the closing date for this vacancy is subject to change and the advert may close earlier if sufficient applications are received. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.

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Role Outline

This exciting role involves providing clear professional advice to managers and employees of one of our major our clients, as well as managing and providing professional leadership to the onsite clinical team. The post-holder will support the Clinical Operations Manager in leading and advancing clinical practice in accordance with Health Partners protocols, best practice, and relevant legislation. Additionally, the role encompasses delivering a full Occupational Health remit in line with the client contract, which includes providing consultations, advice, education, medical assessments, and conducting drug and alcohol testing where appropriate.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Conduct independent medical assessments, either by telephone or face to face and providing a quality report back to the referring manager.
• Carrying out health surveillance and fitness for work assessments in line with Health Partners policies and procedures and issue appropriate fitness certificates.
• Maintain appropriate records and ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.
• Provide day to day management, support, and clinical supervision to the onsite clinical team.
• Create and maintain a positive and supportive team culture with the onsite clinical team, supporting and demonstrating the company values.
• Support induction of new staff, clinical competency reviews, staff training and development and end of year appraisals for the onsite clinical team.
• Undertake clinical triage of new referrals and action appropriately.
• Attend client meetings and deliver relevant client training sessions as required.
• Monitor health surveillance escalations and provide advice and support to the onsite clinical team as required.
• Work closely with administrative teams to ensure appropriate skill mix and allocation of work for the onsite clinical team.
• Ensure all clinical rooms are maintained to the required standard and keep a log of equipment calibrations.
• Help develop and co-ordinate any wellbeing initiatives as required by the client.
• Take responsibility for own professional development by maintaining existing skills and developing new ones relevant to the role and area of professional practice.
• Maintain valid and up to date registration with the NMC and comply with NMC guidelines in relation to professional issues and clinical supervision.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a highly skilled and qualified nurse who is registered with the NMC (Part 1) and holds a postgraduate qualification in Occupational Health or is working towards this. The ideal candidate will have an up-to-date knowledge of professional and specialist issues, along with proven experience carrying out the full occupational health remit, including case management and health surveillance. A clear understanding of professional accountability within the scope of practice is essential, as is evidence of managerial experience. The role requires excellent organisation and motivational skills, the ability to accept and deliver constructive feedback, and a self-motivated, proactive approach to work. We seek someone who is innovative, adaptable, and demonstrates strong leadership and management capabilities. The successful candidate must be able to work effectively both independently and within a team, be IT literate, and be able to work well under pressure. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral, are a must, alongside the ability to prioritise workload, manage time effectively, and work flexibly to meet strict deadlines. An approachable and helpful manner and the ability to use initiative are key attributes for this role. A strong health and safety knowledge would be an advantage.

Hours

This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am and 6pm

Location

This is an onsite role based in Warton, Preston.

Salary

We are offering a competitive salary based on skills and experience.

Company Benefits

• Competitive annual salary dependent on qualifications and experience
• Contributory pension scheme up to 6%
• Life assurance
• Starting on 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Have a day off for your Birthday (non-contractual benefit)
• Discounted gym membership
• Health cashback plan
• NMC Fees paid for

About Health Partners

Health Partners are committed to transforming the way health and wellbeing services are delivered in the UK. As one of the UK’s leading providers of occupational health and wellbeing solutions, we work with organisations across a wide range of industries to support the physical and mental health of their employees. Our mission is simple: to empower people to lead healthier, happier, and more productive lives.

With a strong focus on innovation and excellence, Health Partners combines clinical expertise with a personal, compassionate approach. Our multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including occupational health advisors, physicians, physiotherapists, and counsellors, delivers tailored, evidence-based solutions designed to meet the unique needs of our clients and their workforce.

We pride ourselves on fostering long-term partnerships built on trust, professionalism, and results. Whether it’s through workplace health assessments, proactive wellbeing initiatives, or mental health support, Health Partners is dedicated to making a real difference.

At the heart of Health Partners is a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. We believe in investing in our people and providing opportunities for growth, ensuring that our employees feel valued and inspired to deliver their best. By joining Health Partners, you’ll become part of a dynamic team that’s passionate about driving positive change in the workplace and beyond.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Health Partners are a proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Health Partners are extremely proud to support the needs of our employees and as such understands everyone has individual work and home life responsibilities. We’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role, should this be a requirement for you.

We aim to become one of the most inspiring companies to work for and to achieve this ambition, we need the best talent to come and work for us. We look for candidates with the right skills and values to join us and selection is based on a fair and equal process. We’re proud to be committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Diversity and Inclusion forms an integral part of everything that we do, bringing together the best talent, helping people to realise their full potential by being yourself at work and delivering an outstanding service to everyone – regardless of difference.