Job summary Would you like the chance to take on a crucial role within an award winning, SEQOHS accredited occupational health team within the Workplace Health and Wellbeing department at the Norfolk & Norwich Hospital? Our friendly team are all dedicated in the provision of a safe, high quality, efficient and supportive occupational health service across several NHS trusts within the region as well as the public sector, academic and other organisations. You will have a post registration qualification in Occupational Health to certificate, diploma or degree level, looking for your next step in your career undertaking a range of both management and clinical activity. The role will form part of our multi-disciplinary team and offer a variety of work experiences and work environments within both NHS and non-NHS customers. The post holder will be required to drive throughout Norfolk and Suffolk providing clinic and site visits, therefore a full UK driving licence is essential for the post (adjustments can be made for candidates with a disability) Due to requirements of various contracts, there is a very occasional requirement to work evenings, nights, and occasional weekends in order to meet client commitments. These are rotated within the team Main duties of the job To lead in the delivery of Occupational Health services both to the Trust and other external contracts. The post will involve a wide variety of health assessments relating to various occupational settings. The clinical tasks will include fitness for work assessments, workplace assessments, training to managers and workers, immunisation assessments, and health surveillance as examples. In addition, it will involve monitoring the service delivery of contracts against Key Performance indicators, attending service delivery review meetings, and producing service delivery reports. There will be administrative tasks involved in this post which will involve various computer-based programs (Microsoft office / OH software) The post holder will have line management responsibilities for a team of occupational health nurses and will also contribute to the development and review of occupational health procedures and the regular auditing of clinical activity within the department. There would also be participation in Health & Wellbeing events.To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUH's 'PRIDE' values of People focused, Respect, Dedication, Integrity, and Excellence. About us We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition: Flexible working hours Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service Multi Faith prayer room Discounted gym memberships Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site Free 24-hours confidential counselling support On-site Nursery On-site cafes offering staff discounts Support in career development Flexible staff bank Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics Date posted 14 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working, Compressed hours Reference number 234-24-C2694 Job locations Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital 20 Rouen Road Norwich NR1 1QQ Job description Job responsibilities The following skills and experience will be required and are essential for the successful candidates: To lead by example and to demonstrate good communication skills. To use initiative and responsibility in the decision-making process using Occupational Health procedures and guidelines. To motivate staff to achieve their personal and the departments aim and objectives. To provide guidance and clinical support for a team of Occupational Health nurses To work in partnership with clients developing a strategic approach to Occupational Health within the organisation and establishing a pro-active programme of Occupational Health services. To ensure all aspects of the Occupational Health service are delivered within the available resources. To take responsibility for the short- and long-term planning and organisation of staff and clinic activity, making adjustments as required. To manage staff performance and development through a process of appraisal, which should include a cycle of constructive performance review and the establishment of a relevant personal development plan. Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post. Job description Job responsibilities The following skills and experience will be required and are essential for the successful candidates: To lead by example and to demonstrate good communication skills. To use initiative and responsibility in the decision-making process using Occupational Health procedures and guidelines. To motivate staff to achieve their personal and the departments aim and objectives. To provide guidance and clinical support for a team of Occupational Health nurses To work in partnership with clients developing a strategic approach to Occupational Health within the organisation and establishing a pro-active programme of Occupational Health services. To ensure all aspects of the Occupational Health service are delivered within the available resources. To take responsibility for the short- and long-term planning and organisation of staff and clinic activity, making adjustments as required. To manage staff performance and development through a process of appraisal, which should include a cycle of constructive performance review and the establishment of a relevant personal development plan. Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Post Registration Occupational Health Qualification Experience Essential Experience of case management Experience of team management OH nursing experience Skills Essential Ability to use IT packages (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Full UK driving licence (adjustments can be made for candidates with a disability) Time Management Good Interpersonal skills Ability to lead a team Range of OH Skills i.e Health Surveillance Desirable Up to date OH knowledge Attitude & Aptitude Essential Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Post Registration Occupational Health Qualification Experience Essential Experience of case management Experience of team management OH nursing experience Skills Essential Ability to use IT packages (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Full UK driving licence (adjustments can be made for candidates with a disability) Time Management Good Interpersonal skills Ability to lead a team Range of OH Skills i.e Health Surveillance Desirable Up to date OH knowledge Attitude & Aptitude Essential Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Address Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital 20 Rouen Road Norwich NR1 1QQ Employer's website https://teamnnuh.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)