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Job Title: Occupational Health Nurse Manager Location: Oxford, OX4 Salary: £57,000 - £60,000 per annum (negotiable dependent on experience) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week. Monday- Friday (7.5 hours per day) About Us Optima Health are the UK market leader of Occupational Health and Wellbeing services. Our heritage can be traced back to 1947 where we were pioneers in the provision of Occupational Health and have led the way ever since, bringing new and innovative solutions to employers across the UK. We can offer unrivalled clinical expertise and industry leading tailored solutions to our clients. We work with over two thousand businesses, in various industries, and our aim is to improve the health and wellbeing of the UK workforce by supporting healthy high performance in our client organisations, helping them to achieve their full potential through their people. Optima Health not only provide an excellent package, but we also offer a structured induction and training programme in your first few weeks. We offer tailored career development and opportunities for further training and qualifications, to support you in your career journey. We are committed to making this a really great place to work, so together, we live by our values; We are one team, we do the right thing, we are shaping tomorrow, and we are never too big to care. Role Summary The Occupational Health Manager will be responsible for the overall management and performance of occupational health services for a prestigious client within the automotive manufacturing sector. This is a predominantly management-focused role, providing leadership, clinical supervision, and line management to an on-site, multi-disciplinary clinical team. The role requires proven experience in managing complex health surveillance programmes, overseeing service delivery, and ensuring consistently high clinical standards. While the primary focus is on leadership and performance management, the OH Manager will also provide ad hoc case management and expert clinical input for complex or high-risk cases as required. Working closely with senior client stakeholders, the OH Manager will build strong partnerships to deliver agreed occupational health and wellbeing objectives. The role includes monitoring performance against benchmarked targets, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring services are compliant with evidence-based practice, legislative requirements, and clinical governance standards. There will also be an expectation to visit other sites (Wiltshire, Hampshire and West Midlands) on a quarterly and ad hoc basis to ensure OH services are delivered to a high standard. Expenses are reimbursed. Who Are We Looking For? • Experience of managing Occupational Health contracts as a Clinician, • Experience of managing health surveillance programmes, • Qualification in Occupational Health, • Clinical qualification as Nurse with registration with relevant professional body (NMC or HCPC)., • Experienced in Occupational Health clinical delivery as Occupational Health Advisor or similar, • Experience of managing a multi-disciplinary team of clinical and no clinical employees., • Experience of using data as a tool to take the service forward., • Effective communication and negotiation skills. What Can We Offer You? • Competitive salary, • 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, • Buy and sell holiday scheme, • Pension scheme, • Health Cash Plan, • Career progression opportunities, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Cycle to work scheme, • Eye care test vouchers, • Flu vaccination scheme, • Employee discount scheme, • Life assurance, • Professional registrations fees paid, • Clinical Training Academy, • Save as you earn scheme, • Yulife Optima Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants meeting the minimum criteria for the role will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender or gender expression, disability, race or ethnicity, religion or belief or sexual orientation.

CYP Manager / Paediatric Nurse Manager – Brand New Private Hospital Up to £50,000 per annum plus Bonus & Competitive Company Benefits Full-Time, Permanent, 40 Hours per Week Oxford, Oxfordshire Do you want to be a key part in the opening and success of a BRAND NEW and state-of-the-art hospital? Are you an experienced Lead Paediatric Nurse / Paediatric Sister or Paediatric Nurse Manager with strong leadership experience looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Compass Associates are proud to have exclusively partnered with Welbeck Health Partners for the opening of their brand-new hospital, boasting 12 specialties equipped with the latest technology and world-renowned consultants dedicated to delivering the best patient experience. Capitalising on the success of their London flagship hospital, their new site will offer a wide range of medical diagnostic and same-day minimally invasive services, including heart health, lung health, digestive health, ENT, endoscopy, and neurology. This is a very exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to help to shape a growing, but established healthcare organisation. Welbeck Health Partners was founded by leading healthcare specialists from the UK and USA who shared a clear vision: to deliver better care and redefine what a healthcare organisation can be. Welbeck’s unique partnership model empowers clinicians to share in the success of the group while fostering a collaborative environment. It provides a framework for consistent patient pathways, quality assurance across partners, and smooth cross-referrals between specialties. Joining Welbeck means becoming part of a growing network of high-quality clinics and world-leading healthcare professionals. Welbeck are committed to creating a supportive, values-driven environment where their people can thrive. The company invests in its people, providing ongoing professional development, clear career progression, and the resources needed to excel. If you’re looking to be part of a purpose-led organisation that is shaping the future of healthcare while fostering a culture of respect, teamwork, and shared success, we’d love to hear from you. What is in it for you? • Salary up to £50,000 dependent on experience, • Free on-site parking, • Great work-life balance, • Professional registration paid for annually, • Personal Development Plan, • 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, • Private Medical Insurance, • Eye Care, • Annual Flu Vaccines, • Private Pension, • Season Ticket Loan / Cycle to Work Scheme, • Employee Assistance Programme, • AND a range of policies supporting health and wellbeing At present, we are in search for an experienced and motivated Children and Young People Manager to join the team and provide excellent clinical and managerial leadership for the delivery of and building of the Paediatric service. We are looking for a dynamic and committed individual to provide leadership to the paediatric team, helping build a safe, high-quality service providing excellent care to children, young people and their families. You will support the CYP development across the centre departments including paediatric competencies for all healthcare professionals involved in children and young people, including Theatre Practitioners and Day Case Nurses. This role will require oversight of clinical practice, resource management, clinician engagement, safe staffing provision and financial management, to ensure that the centre meets all regulatory requirements and safety standards. Responsibilities: • Deliver specialist clinical care to Children & Young People (CYP), including assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation., • Provide expert advice, education and emotional support to patients, families and carers., • Lead and develop nurse-led services, including surgical pre-assessment and support during investigations and procedures., • Recognise and manage clinical emergencies in collaboration with the medical team., • Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality, evidence-based care., • Develop, implement and audit service-specific policies, guidelines and quality improvement initiatives., • Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to families and colleagues., • Lead, mentor and support CYP nursing staff, acting as a professional role model., • Coordinate CYP nursing activity to ensure safe staffing levels and effective daily service delivery., • Contribute to recruitment, workforce planning and staff development., • Lead and participate in education, training and practice development programmes., • Contribute to service development in line with national standards and governance requirements., • Participate in quality assurance, audit, incident review and performance improvement (QAPI) processes., • Ensure compliance with professional standards, safeguarding requirements and regulatory frameworks (including NMC Code)., • Manage resources responsibly and contribute to financially sustainable service delivery. What can you bring? • Registered Paediatric Nurse with valid NMC Registration, • Right to Work in the UK, • Proven leadership experience in a senior nursing or clinical management role, • Able to demonstrate achievement & service development in a Band 6 setting, • Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence, coach and develop others, • Excellent organisational skills, • Skills & knowledge in managing and supporting CYP patients and their families, • EPLS/APLS or willingness to undertake Recommendations We’re currently recruiting for a variety of management, clinical, and non-clinical roles across Oxford and Cambridge if this role isn’t for you, but you would be interested in exploring roles feel free to share your details. If you know someone who may be interested in this or other roles in a new private hospital, we offer a £500 voucher referral reward for every successful recommendation. Contact Details If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please contact Rachel Smith direct on 02392 002 799. Alternatively, you can email an updated CV to

Job Title: Head of People & Culture Location: Oxford Salary: £75,000 – £85,000 per annum About the Role We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Head of People & Culture to join Oxford Bus Company in a pivotal strategic leadership role. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will shape and deliver a people strategy that supports our organisational goals and drives high performance across the business. Operating within a safety-critical environment, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our workforce is engaged, capable, and aligned with our values, while maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence. This role offers the opportunity to shape the people agenda of a complex, customer-focused transport organisation and play a critical part in delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality services. Key Responsibilities • Develop and implement a comprehensive People & Culture strategy aligned with business objectives, • Lead workforce planning initiatives to ensure the organisation is resourced effectively for current and future needs, • Oversee employment management, ensuring compliance with legislation and best practice, • Drive leadership development and succession planning across all levels of the organisation, • Champion a high-performance culture focused on engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement, • Support operational excellence by embedding strong people practices within a safety-critical environment, • Proven experience in a senior HR or People leadership role, • Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate strategy into actionable plans, • Experience working within a complex, operational or safety-critical environment is highly desirable, • Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills, • Deep understanding of employment law and HR best practice At Oxford Bus Company, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and essential service environment. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where our people can thrive and deliver exceptional service to our communities. How to Apply If you are a strategic, people-focused leader ready to take on a high-impact role, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and a personal statement included.

CYP Manager / Paediatric Nurse Manager – Brand New Private Hospital Up to £50,000 per annum plus Bonus & Competitive Company Benefits Full-Time, Permanent, 40 Hours per Week Oxford, Oxfordshire Do you want to be a key part in the opening and success of a BRAND NEW and state-of-the-art hospital? Are you an experienced Lead Paediatric Nurse / Paediatric Sister or Paediatric Nurse Manager with strong leadership experience looking for a new and exciting opportunity? Compass Associates are proud to have exclusively partnered with Welbeck Health Partners for the opening of their brand-new hospital, boasting 12 specialties equipped with the latest technology and world-renowned consultants dedicated to delivering the best patient experience. Capitalising on the success of their London flagship hospital, their new site will offer a wide range of medical diagnostic and same-day minimally invasive services, including heart health, lung health, digestive health, ENT, endoscopy, and neurology. This is a very exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to help to shape a growing, but established healthcare organisation. Welbeck Health Partners was founded by leading healthcare specialists from the UK and USA who shared a clear vision: to deliver better care and redefine what a healthcare organisation can be. Welbeck’s unique partnership model empowers clinicians to share in the success of the group while fostering a collaborative environment. It provides a framework for consistent patient pathways, quality assurance across partners, and smooth cross-referrals between specialties. Joining Welbeck means becoming part of a growing network of high-quality clinics and world-leading healthcare professionals. Welbeck are committed to creating a supportive, values-driven environment where their people can thrive. The company invests in its people, providing ongoing professional development, clear career progression, and the resources needed to excel. If you’re looking to be part of a purpose-led organisation that is shaping the future of healthcare while fostering a culture of respect, teamwork, and shared success, we’d love to hear from you. What is in it for you? • Salary up to £50,000 dependent on experience, • Free on-site parking, • Great work-life balance, • Professional registration paid for annually, • Personal Development Plan, • 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, • Private Medical Insurance, • Eye Care, • Annual Flu Vaccines, • Private Pension, • Season Ticket Loan / Cycle to Work Scheme, • Employee Assistance Programme, • AND a range of policies supporting health and wellbeing At present, we are in search for an experienced and motivated Children and Young People Manager to join the team and provide excellent clinical and managerial leadership for the delivery of and building of the Paediatric service. We are looking for a dynamic and committed individual to provide leadership to the paediatric team, helping build a safe, high-quality service providing excellent care to children, young people and their families. You will support the CYP development across the centre departments including paediatric competencies for all healthcare professionals involved in children and young people, including Theatre Practitioners and Day Case Nurses. This role will require oversight of clinical practice, resource management, clinician engagement, safe staffing provision and financial management, to ensure that the centre meets all regulatory requirements and safety standards. Responsibilities: • Deliver specialist clinical care to Children & Young People (CYP), including assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation., • Provide expert advice, education and emotional support to patients, families and carers., • Lead and develop nurse-led services, including surgical pre-assessment and support during investigations and procedures., • Recognise and manage clinical emergencies in collaboration with the medical team., • Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality, evidence-based care., • Develop, implement and audit service-specific policies, guidelines and quality improvement initiatives., • Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to families and colleagues., • Lead, mentor and support CYP nursing staff, acting as a professional role model., • Coordinate CYP nursing activity to ensure safe staffing levels and effective daily service delivery., • Contribute to recruitment, workforce planning and staff development., • Lead and participate in education, training and practice development programmes., • Contribute to service development in line with national standards and governance requirements., • Participate in quality assurance, audit, incident review and performance improvement (QAPI) processes., • Ensure compliance with professional standards, safeguarding requirements and regulatory frameworks (including NMC Code)., • Manage resources responsibly and contribute to financially sustainable service delivery. What can you bring? • Registered Paediatric Nurse with valid NMC Registration, • Right to Work in the UK, • Proven leadership experience in a senior nursing or clinical management role, • Able to demonstrate achievement & service development in a Band 6 setting, • Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence, coach and develop others, • Excellent organisational skills, • Skills & knowledge in managing and supporting CYP patients and their families, • EPLS/APLS or willingness to undertake Recommendations We’re currently recruiting for a variety of management, clinical, and non-clinical roles across Oxford and Cambridge if this role isn’t for you, but you would be interested in exploring roles feel free to share your details. If you know someone who may be interested in this or other roles in a new private hospital, we offer a £500 voucher referral reward for every successful recommendation. Contact Details If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please contact Rachel Smith direct on 02392 002 799. Alternatively, you can email an updated CV to