Senior Occupational Health Nurse Advisor

Avon and Somerset Police is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation dedicated to the well-being and productivity of our employees. We recognise the importance of maintaining a healthy and safe work environment. To further enhance our commitment to employee health and well-being, we are seeking a qualified Senior Occupational Health Nurse Advisor to join our team. GBP50,952 - GBP57,350 (NHS Band 8a)

Position Overview:

As a Senior Occupational Health Nurse Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in assisting the Occupational Unit Lead and the Force Medical Advisor in providing an occupational health service, promoting and maintaining the health and safety of our workforce. You will collaborate with employees, management, and stakeholders to implement effective occupational health programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and fostering a culture of well-being within the organisation.

This opportunity provides a hybrid working arrangement, requiring 60% per week of on-site working.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and support a team of Occupational Health Nurse Advisors and an Occupational Health Nurse.
• Manage your own caseload.
• Co-ordinate and conduct health surveillance and Hep B clinics across the force area including pre-employment screenings and periodic health check-ups.
• Be a productive member of the multidisciplinary senior OH team.
• Prepare and review Occupational Health policies and procedures.
• Represent the department and constabulary at a variety of meetings across the organisation and with external partners.
• Deputise for the OH Unit Lead as required.
• Lead on some workplace streams, such as working groups, Cority, Oscar Kilo standards or similar.
• Triage referrals into the department and allocate them appropriately.
• Provide expert guidance on occupational health issues and support employees in managing their health conditions, including redeployment.
• Collaborate with HR, safety teams, and management to implement proactive measures for injury prevention and workplace health promotion.
• Develop and deliver wellbeing initiatives to enhance employee awareness and engagement.
• Maintain accurate and confidential health records in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

• Registered General Nurse and hold a degree in Occupational Health.
• Experience working as a Senior Occupational Health Nurse Advisor would be advantageous.
• In-depth knowledge of occupational health regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in using occupational health software (Cority) and electronic health records systems.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Join us in promoting a healthy and thriving workplace!

In-person interviews will take place on-site at Portisfields, Portishead near Bristol on Monday 12th May 2025.

To apply, please send your CV to: quoting job ID 6578.

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must have a 3-year checkable history in the UK; ideally, this means that you would have been resident in the UK for the last 3 years.

Blended Working/ Hybrid Working

Avon and Somerset Police encourage flexible working where operationally possible.
This role has been identified as a blended role.
The successful candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work from home whilst also at a secondary work location, which will be a police premises. The successful applicant will have the option to discuss working arrangements with their line manager. All applicants must reside within the UK.