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Join a dedicated team striving for excellence in health and safety for NHS staff, in a service contributing to a healthier working environment. A leading NHS Trust in Wakefield seeks a Senior Occupational Health Advisor to join their forward-thinking, nurse-led service. Candidates must have relevant

Job Specification: Occupational Health Advisor (Team Leader & Team Member) Department: Occupational Health Reports to: Head of Occupational Health / OH Service Manager Locations: On‑site / Mobile Clinics / (as agreed) covering West and South Yorkshire Contract: Permanent (Full-time) Direct Reports: Team Leader: Yes (OHA/Technicians/Admin); Team Member: No (may mentor) 1. Role Summary Occupational Health Advisor – Team Leader Provide clinical leadership and operational oversight to the Occupational Health service, ensuring safe, effective, and compliant delivery across case management, health surveillance fitness for work, and workplace interventions. Lead and develop a multi‑disciplinary team, maintain SEQOHS standards, drive service quality, manage performance, and build trusted relationships with stakeholders to deliver measurable organisational outcomes. Occupational Health Advisor – Team Member Deliver high-quality occupational health services including case management, health surveillance, fitness for work assessments, and workplace advice. Provide evidence‑based recommendations to managers and employees, support health and wellbeing initiatives, and maintain accurate, timely clinical records in line with professional and regulatory standards. 2. Key Responsibilities Team Leader Clinical Governance & Quality Act as clinical lead for OHA practice; ensure compliance with NMC/HCPC standards, SEQOHS, HSE requirements, UK GDPR, Caldicott principles, and Equality Act 2010. Lead clinical audit, incident reporting, complaints handling, and continuous improvement (PDSA cycles, Root Cause Analysis). Maintain and update clinical SOPs, protocols, and pathways (e.g., case management, , sharps injuries PEP). Service Delivery & Operations Oversee day-to-day operations (rotas, capacity planning, clinic scheduling, SLAs). Ensure consistent delivery of: management referrals, pre-placement / fitness for work, health surveillance (audiometry, spirometry, vision, HAVS Tier 1–4 pathways), DSE/ergonomic assessments, RPE fit testing, and wellbeing initiatives. Ensure appropriate triage, prioritisation, and timely reporting to management with clear, work-focused advice. People Leadership Line-manage OHAs, Technicians, and Admin: objectives, 1:1s, appraisals, PDPs, and clinical supervision. Coach and mentor; lead competency frameworks (e.g., HAVS, audiometry, spirometry, venepuncture). Workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and training plans. Stakeholder & Performance Management Act as primary liaison with HR, H&S, Risk, Business Units, Trade Unions/Staff Side. Own KPIs/SLAs dashboards; deliver monthly/quarterly reports (e.g., referral turnaround, DNA rates, case closure times, compliance rates for surveillance Contribute to budgeting, cost control, and (where relevant) commercial bids/contract reviews. Risk & Compliance Lead SEQOHS accreditation and evidence collation. Ensure medical devices calibration, cold chain integrity and secure records management. Oversee business continuity planning and incident response (e.g., outbreak, sharps injuries, BBV exposure). Team Member Clinical Delivery Manage case referrals with timely, evidence-based, work-focused advice (fitness for work, reasonable adjustments, rehabilitation/RTW plans, attendance management). Conduct health surveillance per risk assessments (audiometry, spirometry, vision screening, HAVS, skin checks). Deliver venepuncture clinics, vaccine counselling, cold chain adherence, and Perform pre-placement assessments, safety-critical medicals, DSE/ergonomic assessments, RPE face-fit testing. Provide health education, toolbox talks, and wellbeing support. Documentation & Governance Maintain accurate, contemporaneous records in OH systems (e.g., OPAS/Cority and produce clear management reports. Adhere to NMC/HCPC Code, SEQOHS standards, data protection (UK GDPR), and local SOPs. Collaboration Work closely with HR, H&S, line managers, and employees; escalate complex cases and safeguarding concerns appropriately. Support audits, quality improvement, and service development initiatives. 3. Essential Qualifications & Registration Team Leader Registered Nurse (NMC, Adult) or Registered Allied Health Professional (HCPC). Specialist OH qualification (e.g., Diploma/Degree in Occupational Health Nursing, SCPHN (OH)) or equivalent experience. Evidence of leadership/management training (or commitment to achieve). Team Member Registered Nurse (NMC, Adult) or relevant AHP (HCPC). Desirable: OH qualification (Diploma/Degree/SCPHN (OH)) or demonstrable OH experience. Competency in immunisation and venepuncture (or willing to train). 4. Experience Team Leader Significant post‑registration OH experience across case management, surveillance, and Proven line management and clinical supervision experience within OH or related clinical service. Track record in SEQOHS, clinical governance, KPI management, and service improvement. Stakeholder engagement at senior level; confident influencing and presenting. Team Member Occupational Health experience (case management and/or surveillance). Competence delivering clinics (audiometry, spirometry, immunisation, vision). Experience producing concise, work-focused management reports. 5. Skills & Competencies High-standard clinical judgement; risk assessment and escalation. Excellent written communication (clear, work-focused advice; legally robust). Confident with OH IT systems (e.g., OPAS, Cority), MS 365 (Teams/SharePoint/Excel Knowledge of HSE guidance relevant to noise, respiratory risks, COSHH, vibration (HAVS), and safety‑critical roles. Understanding of equality, diversity & inclusion and reasonable adjustments. Time management, prioritisation, and resilience in fast-paced environments. For Team Leader: leadership, coaching, change management, data literacy, and financial awareness. Technical/Clinical Competencies (role‑appropriate): Audiometry • Spirometry • Vision screening • HAVS pathway awareness • Skin surveillance • Immunisation & anaphylaxis management • Venepuncture • RPE face‑fit testing • DSE/Ergonomics • Fitness for work (including safety-critical) • BBV/Sharps pathways • Sickness absence/RTW planning. 6. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Service Quality & Governance Referral-to-appointment and report turnaround times (e.g., 5/10 working days). Case closure within agreed timescales. Health surveillance compliance rates. SEQOHS audit compliance; incident/complaint rates and learning actions closed. Operational Efficiency Clinic utilisation, DNA/cancellation rates, and capacity adherence. Accurate data capture and record quality audit scores. Stakeholder Satisfaction Manager/employee satisfaction scores; qualitative feedback. Timeliness and clarity of management advice. People & Development (Team Leader) Mandatory training compliance; supervision coverage; PDP completion. Team engagement and retention. 7. Compliance, Safeguarding & Confidentiality Adhere to NMC/HCPC Codes, SEQOHS, HSE requirements, UK GDPR, Caldicott, Equality Act 2010, and local governance. Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries at all times. Escalate safeguarding/welfare concerns via agreed pathways (e.g., occupational distress, substance misuse, domestic abuse indicators). Participate in mandatory training: BLS/anaphylaxis, information governance, safeguarding, infection prevention, vaccination updates, VDU/DSE, and RPE fit test competence as required. 8. Working Pattern & Conditions Core hours 37 hours per week with occasional early/late clinics to be discussed Office / Clinic based /onsite travel to sites/clinics as required; full UK driving licence desirable. Manual handling of equipment, vaccine cold chain management, and use of PPE. Participation in service on-call/escalation rotas (if applicable). 9. Pre‑Employment Checks Right to work in the UK, DBS (role-dependent), professional registration check, occupational health clearance (including immunisation status), references, and qualifications verification. 10. Reward & Development Salary: Team Leader £48000 -£57000 DOE; Team Member £38000 - £45000 DOE Professional development: funded CPD, study days, revalidation support, clinical supervision, and competency sign‑off pathways (HAVS, audiometry, spirometry, immunisation). Participation in projects (health and wellbeing strategy, mental health at work, MSD prevention, fatigue management, menopause support, etc.). Benefits package includes: 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays Company Pension scheme 10% matched Health Care and Death in Service benefit to 3x annual salary. 11. How to Apply Send your CV and a short covering letter with salary expectations to me at with the subject line as follows “Occupational Health Advisor – Team Leader” or “Occupational Health Advisor – Team Member

Contract: One Full time, permanent position Are you an experienced clinical leader ready to shape the future of Occupational Health within a large, values driven organisation? West Yorkshire Police is seeking a dynamic and forward thinking Head of Occupational Health to spearhead the development and delivery of a high performing Occupational Health Service. This is a rare opportunity to take strategic ownership of a service supporting more than 11,000 officers, staff and volunteers, driving wellbeing, performance and organisational resilience across the Force. Why Join the People Directorate/OH Team? Joining West Yorkshire Police’s Occupational Health team means becoming part of a service where your expertise genuinely shapes the future of how we support our people. You’ll join a unit that is evolving, with the opportunity to influence new pathways, strengthen clinical practice, and help build a modern, clinically led model that puts staff wellbeing at the centre of the organisation. Here, your voice matters: you’ll contribute to redesigning processes, improving access to care, and developing a more proactive, partnership driven approach to health and wellbeing. With growing organisational support, clear strategic priorities, and a commitment to embedding Occupational Health within the wider People Directorate, this is a place where you can guide meaningful change, support colleagues through physical and psychological challenges, and help shape a resilient, compassionate and forward looking OH service. If you want to make a real difference and be part of a team that is redefining what great occupational is. About West Yorkshire Police? As the 4th largest force in England and Wales, we serve 2.2 million people across Leeds, Bradford, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. Our Purpose: Reduce crime, protect the vulnerable, reassure the public. Our Vision: A safe, just and inclusive service for all. Our Values: Fairness, Integrity, Respect. We focus on: • Caring for victims • Investigating and solving crime • Preventing harm • Responding to emergencies • Pursuing suspects We invest in: • Our people • Digital and data capability • Partnerships • Innovation and continuous improvement About the Role You will join a leadership team that genuinely prioritises wellbeing and supports innovative, evidence based practice. This is a highly influential role with visibility across the entire organisation and strong links to the senior leadership team. As the Head of Occupational Health, you will: • Lead, manage and continuously develop an effective Occupational Health Service aligned to Force strategic objectives • Model the Police Code of Ethics and champion Diversity, Equality and Inclusion across all Occupational Health activity • Design and implement a proactive, cost effective OH strategy that meets legislative, organisational and clinical requirements • Oversee performance, attendance and wellbeing frameworks for officers and staff • Manage a multidisciplinary OH team including Senior OH Nurse Advisors, the Force Medical Advisor, psychological assessment teams, clinic staff and administrative colleagues • Develop processes ensuring officers and staff are seen by the right OH professional at the right time • Lead on clinical governance, quality standards and compliance with frameworks such as SEQOHS • Drive continuous improvement through data insight, audits, performance monitoring and value for money analysis • Act as a specialist advisor on Force policies impacting health and wellbeing Key Responsibilities • Deliver a high quality, compliant and responsive OH service • Lead and inspire a multi disciplinary team • Ensure compliance with legislation, professional standards and police specific regulations • Build strong relationships with senior leaders, managers and staff associations • Implement clinical protocols, governance frameworks and audit processes • Ensure effective triage, referral management and clinical decision making pathways • Oversee the OH budget and ensure efficient use of resources • Promote equality, inclusion and ethical behaviours throughout all OH activity • Represent OH in strategic discussions and policy development • Improve service delivery through innovation, data insight and continuous evaluation Knowledge, Skills and Experience • Registered nurse or allied health professional with a specialist OH qualification (e.g., SCPHN) • Significant experience in senior Occupational Health leadership roles • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams • Experience designing and implementing OH strategy, policies and processes • Strong knowledge of legislation, health surveillance and clinical governance • Budget management experience • High level IT skills including data reporting and analysis • Ability to work confidently with senior stakeholders and manage competing priorities • Full UK driving licence and ability to travel across West Yorkshire Benefits/What We Offer West Yorkshire Police staff can access a wide range of benefits designed to support work–life balance, wellbeing, development and financial security. These include: • Generous annual leave allowance - 29 days annual leave, rising to 34 days after five years of service (plus bank holidays) • Flexible working options, including agile working arrangements to help you manage your professional and personal commitments • Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund, a secure Defined Benefit CARE (Career Average Revalued Earnings) pension scheme • Access to savings, discounts and cashback rewards through staff schemes, including eligibility to purchase a Blue Light Card • Access to a wide range of internal wellbeing services and support programmes • Membership options for the Police Treatment Centre and The Police Children’s Charity (eligibility-dependent) • Opportunities for career development and training • Supportive HR policies, including maternity, paternity and other family-friendly provisions • A meaningful career with a clear sense of purpose supporting policing services that protect communities • Option to sign up to our Cycle to work scheme (eligibility-dependent) • Opportunities to join staff networks, wellbeing groups, and sports clubs • A comprehensive training package including our standard welcome induction, core leadership development, and access to specialist external courses as the role grows • We are proud to be a member of the Fair Work Charter. Ready to Make Your Move? If you are an innovative clinical leader with the passion, expertise and resilience to drive an Occupational Health Service forward, we want to hear from you. Help shape a modern, high performing OH function at the heart of one of the UK’s largest police forces. How to Apply Please provide a full CV and covering letter setting out your experience and expertise when responding to the question set out within the application process. To qualify you MUST redact all personal information including: • Name, • Age, • Sex, • Address You must remove all personal information from the CV, otherwise your application will be rejected. Please also do not use your personal details as the file name of the CV. The successful candidate will be subject to personal and financial vetting checks prior to appointment. The vacancy will close on the 15th April 2026 at 23:55 hours