Senior Occupational Health Advisor

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Bebington; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Occupational Health Nurse Advisor. The role involves ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff and provides clinical support and guidance on health issues. Candidates should be registered nurses with at least five years of experience and hold additional qualifications in Occupational Health Nursing. This position promises competitive pay from £47,810 to £54,710 annually, promoting personal development and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in General Nursing required.
• Registered on part 3 of the NMC register for Occupational Health.
• Demonstrated experience using OH knowledge underpinned by theory.

Responsibilities

• Support health and wellbeing of employees and contractors.
• Provide evidence-based opinion and guidance to management.
• Take responsibility for specific areas of occupational health service delivery.

Skills

Prioritisation

Organisational skills

Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation

Education

Registered Nurse with 5 years' experience

Degree or Master in Occupational Health Nursing

Nebosh Qualification

Job description

Overview

Go back Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

The closing date is 11 February 2026

Main duties of the job

• Support the protection and promotion of the health and wellbeing of current and prospective employees, and those from contracted and other organisations as per Trust arrangements.
• In accordance with Trust / Department policy and procedures, to deliver OH clinical activity such as, Pre-placement health clearance activity, and risk management & exposure related advice and intervention. The post -holder may be asked to support the service with management referral consultation and reporting.
• As an Occupational Health Adviser, provide evidence-based opinion, intervention and guidance to Trust management and partner organisations to support their line and risk management responsibilities, assist in safeguarding against risks arising from work and the working environment and to influence the application of safe and healthy work practices.
• Take responsibility for specific areas of occupational health service delivery and actively promote the work of the OH service by acting as a key link for managers and HR to named clinical programme groups or external clients.
• Support the OH Nurses, Clinic Nurses, and Administrative Staff, and others as appropriate.

About us

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Job responsibilities

For further details please refer to the attached job description and person specification for the role Senior Occupational Health Nurse Advisor

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

• Registered Nurse with at least 5 years' experience in General Nursing
• Degree or Master Occupational Health Nursing on part 3 of the NMC register
• Extensive knowledge of Health and Safety legislation (Nebosh Qualification)
• Demonstrable experience of using specialist knowledge OH underpinned by theory and experience to master's degree level or equivalent experience to evidence analytical thinking
• Plan and participate in Trust induction programmes
• Identify areas for development of skills in accordance with the NMC guidelines
• Maintain a wide knowledge of current occupational health issues promoting the implementation of research-based practice
• Provide health education and induction programmes as required, and initiating relevant in-service training sessions according to identified needs.
• Supervise the training of qualified and unqualified staff and assist junior staff to develop clinical skills in accordance with their level of competence
• Provide education on various aspects of health, safety and welfare to promote good public relationships with outside bodies
• Assess the occupational health needs of client groups and advise accordingly
• Participate in relevant committees and working parties

Skills

• Ability to prioritise effectively and show initiative
• Ability to organise and manage own time
• Demonstration of comprehensive knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation and its application to the workplace and associated risks

Personal Attributes

• Good organisational skills, to organise own workload and manage priorities
• Recognise own development needs and set own personal objectives
• Problem solving ability
• Tact and diplomacy
• Good time management
• To provide effective leadership
• Self-motivated
• Sensitive and empathetic
• Has identified methods of dealing effectively under pressure
• Embrace the core values
• Communicate formally on first contact
• Deal with everyone in a polite, friendly and welcoming manner
• Ensure all communications are open, honest and accurate
• Listen to what people say and take appropriate action

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.

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum pro rata