Occupational Health Case Manager

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279); Brighton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization based in Brighton is seeking an Occupational Health Case Manager. This role requires an RGN with experience in case management to assess fitness for work and provide expert advice on appropriate adjustments. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload, participate in clinical audits, and produce high-quality reports. The position offers a chance to work in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion, with visa sponsorship available for eligible applicants.

Qualifications

• Experience in assessing health and disability.
• Experience in compiling reports and providing recommendations.
• Working knowledge of the Equality Act 2010.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload autonomously.
• Provide recommendations on fitness for work.
• Undertake and participate in clinical audits.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Good organisational skills

Proficient computer skills

Experience in case management

Ability to work flexibly

Education

RGN with post qualification experience

NMC registration

Job description

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Occupational Health Case Manager

The closing date is 29 January 2026

We are seeking two OH case managers to join an established team. This is an exciting opportunity as the Occupational Health Service is expanding to provide OH services across University Hospitals Sussex. The main base of the department is a short walk from the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton.

The post‑holder(s) will undertake case work appointments for health clearance of new staff and staff referred to OH by their manager, providing expert and evidence‑based OH advice to UHSussex staff and managers. The post‑holder(s) will work autonomously and as part of the OH team. The successful candidates should be available to start on 1st April 2026.

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

• RGN with experience in case management
• Experience of providing advice on fitness for work, reasonable adjustments, applicability of Equality Act etc.
• Ability to work flexibly in line with the demands of the service
• Good organisational, planning and time management skills
• Ability to make decisions, prioritise and work autonomously within clinical supervision parameters
• Proficient computer skills and ability to produce high quality OH reports
• Experience of working within an NHS OH Service

Main duties of the job

To work as a specialist autonomous practitioner, managing own caseload.

• Responsible and accountable for specialist advice given to managers and staff.
• To assess fitness to work and provide recommendations including adjustments and advice, taking into account disability under the Equality Act 2010.
• Recognise where further advice is required and take appropriate action as needed.
• Request medical reports where identified additional information is required.
• Maintain accurate written/typed records.
• Produce accurate typed reports following OH assessments.

Job responsibilities

• To assess fitness to work and provide recommendations including adjustments and advice, taking into account disability under the Equality Act 2010.
• Request medical reports where identified additional information is required.
• Produce accurate typed reports following OH assessments.
• Undertake and participate in clinical audits.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role‑specific criteria.

Person Specification

NMC registration with post qualification experience

• registered in the UK general nurse
• experience of working within an NHS OH service
• experience in assessing health and disability
• experience in compiling reports and providing recommendations
• working knowledge of the Equality Act 2010

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)

Ability to produce high quality typed reports

• Can demonstrate ability to produce high quality typed reports

Organisational, planning and time management

• Can demonstrate good organisational, planning and time management skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Address

The Art Block, St Mary's Site, Royal Sussex County Hospital