Occupational Health Advisor

Job Title: Occupational Health Advisor

Location: North East

Hours: Part-time (18.5 hours)

Contract Type: Permanent

A leading further and higher education institution is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Advisor to deliver a high-quality, professional, and consistent on-site occupational health service.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Management: Lead a varied caseload of occupational health referrals, providing clear, actionable guidance on workplace adjustments and health recommendations.

• Advisory Support: Deliver confidential, professional advice to both management and staff in line with industry best practice.

• Assessments & Surveillance: Conduct pre-employment health assessments, manage sickness absence reviews, and oversee health surveillance programmes.

• Health Promotion: Actively promote and support the physical and mental well-being of all employees across the organisation.

• Safety & Compliance: Liaise with key stakeholders to ensure full alignment with occupational health and safety requirements.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse with a specialist qualification or proven track record in Occupational Health.

• Demonstrable experience handling sickness absence, pre-employment screenings, and health surveillance.

• In-depth knowledge of occupational health legislation and best practice guidance.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to provide clear advice on complex health matters confidentially.

Important Notice

Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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Because education matters.

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