Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is looking for an Occupational Health Nurse to join our Occupational Health and Fitness Team based at our dedicated unit in Wigston for two or three days per week. Whilst firefighters make up the majority of our workforce, our goal is to support the health and wellbeing of all our employees and you will play a huge part in supporting our people in our aim of Safer People, Safer Places.
Working days may be negotiated at the interview stage and a combination of office based and hybrid working may be considered for this role.
All applications must be received through Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service's careers website: www.leics-fire.gov.uk/current-vacancies
Interview and test date: w/c 31 March 2025
Main duties of the job
Reporting to the Occupational Health and Wellbeing Manager you will be an integral part of a small team working alongside Occupational Health Physicians, Fitness Advisors, Counsellors, Physiotherapists and our Health and Wellbeing Lead to deliver our occupational health services. Key aspects of the role will be to assist in the delivery of routine medicals and pre-employment screens for LFRS personnel; undertake referrals where physical or general mental health issues are impacting on sickness absence; provide occupational health advice on reasonable adjustments in the workplace; signposting to other health professionals; and completing concise reports to managers and HR.
About us
Benefits you will receive:
* Service vehicle when attending different locations
* Full support for ongoing professional development
* Free onsite parking
* Use of our in-house occupational health unit, which includes fitness support
* Access to the Services 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
* Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules). You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
LFRS is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities.
Job responsibilities
Working as part of a multi-discipline team, this role will assist in the delivery of a comprehensive occupational health service to all Leicestershire Fire & Rescue Service personnel. Key responsibilities include:
* Overseeing and delivery of statutory health surveillance in line with relevant legislation.
* Undertaking pre-employment health screening.
* Supporting the management of sickness absence through the completion of management referrals.
* Providing clinical support and guidance for the OH Technician.
Qualifications and Experience Required:
* Registered Nurse holding an Occupational Health Certificate/Diploma
* Recent experience of working in an Occupational Health Setting
Person Specification
Other Criteria
* Must be willing to undertake an enhanced criminal record check.
* Ability to travel off-site whilst undertaking duties for LFRS.
Experience
* A proven track record of delivering high levels of customer satisfaction.
* Proven understanding of Health & Safety at work.
* Understanding of relevant legislation, including Access to Medical Reports Act, GDPR, and Health and Safety at Work Act.
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.
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