Occupational Health Nurse Advisor
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Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Occupational Health Nurse Advisor
The closing date is 11 November 2026
Job summary
To support and contribute to the effective provision of a high-quality Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service as part of the Occupational Health & Wellbeing Service (OHWB). The post post-holder will have day to day responsibility for Occupational Health Clinics and a designated caseload and will be expected to provide employees with a comprehensive and confidential OH Service. OHWB provides services to the staff of the Trust and to external organisations.
Supporting and managing the junior members of the team to achieve the agreed objectives for the service.
Main duties of the job
- Support the protection and promotion of the health and wellbeing of current and prospective employees, and those from contracted and other organisations as per Trust arrangements.
- In accordance with Trust / Department policy and procedures, to deliver OH clinical activity such as, Pre-placement health clearance activity, and risk management & exposure related advice and intervention. The post -holder may be asked to support the service with management referral consultation and reporting.
- As an Occupational Health Adviser, provide evidence-based opinion, intervention and guidance to Trust management and partner organisations to support their line and risk management responsibilities, assist in safeguarding against risks arising from work and the working environment and to influence the application of safe and healthy work practices.
- Take responsibility for specific areas of occupational health service delivery and actively promote the work of the OH service by acting as a key link for managers and HR to named clinical programme groups or external clients.
- Support the OH Nurses, Clinic Nurses, and Administrative Staff, and others as appropriate.
Within levels of competence, deputise for the Senior Occupational Health Adviser in their absence
About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Details
Date posted
31 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
408-26-758
Job locations
Clatterbridge Hospital
Clatterbridge road
Bebington
CH63 4JY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details please refer to the attached job description and person specification for the role Occupational Health Nurse Advisor
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details please refer to the attached job description and person specification for the role Occupational Health Nurse Advisor
Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health Nursing
- Registered General Nurse
Desirable
- ENB 998 Teaching and assessing clinical practice (or similar).
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written
- Communication/interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritise effectively and show initiative
- Ability to organise and manage own time
- Ability to work without direct supervision
- Basic Counselling skills
- Computer literacy
- Venepuncture
- Demonstration of comprehensive knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation and its application to the workplace and associated risks
- Ability to work both autonomously and as a team player
Desirable
- An Occupational health and Safety (NEBOSH) Certificate
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health Nursing
- Registered General Nurse
Desirable
- ENB 998 Teaching and assessing clinical practice (or similar).
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written
- Communication/interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritise effectively and show initiative
- Ability to organise and manage own time
- Ability to work without direct supervision
- Basic Counselling skills
- Computer literacy
- Venepuncture
- Demonstration of comprehensive knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation and its application to the workplace and associated risks
- Ability to work both autonomously and as a team player
Desirable
- An Occupational health and Safety (NEBOSH) Certificate
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
Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Clatterbridge Hospital
Clatterbridge road
Bebington
CH63 4JY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.wuth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Clatterbridge Hospital
Clatterbridge road
Bebington
CH63 4JY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.wuth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Head of Occupational Health & Wellbeing
Dannielle Golding
01513344007
Details
Date posted
31 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
408-26-758
Job locations
Clatterbridge Hospital
Clatterbridge road
Bebington
CH63 4JY
United Kingdom
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