Role Summary
We are seeking a UK NMC Registered Nurse with a minimum of 2 years post qualification experience who is looking to develop a specialist career in Occupational Health. The post holder will receive training on the job and will also have the opportunity to gain their post graduate diploma or degree in Occupational Health Practice. Applicants should have some experience within an Occupational Health or public health setting and candidates will be required to apply directly to the university for the academic elements of the course (Specialist Community Public Health Nursing).
This is a one year training post and whilst we would hope to be able to offer a substantive position at it's completion there is no guarantee of a post on it's completion.
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please see below.
More detail about the role:
Job responsibilities
- To work as a specialist autonomous practitioner, managing own caseload.
- Responsible and accountable for specialist advice given to managers and staff.
- To assess fitness to work and provide recommendations including adjustments and advice, taking into account disability under the Equality Act 2010.
- Recognise where further advice is required and take appropriate action as needed.
- Request medical reports where identified additional information is required.
- Maintain accurate written/typed records.
- Produce accurate typed reports following OH assessments.
- Participate in health surveillance if required.
- Undertake and participate in clinical audits.
- Undertake assessments for staff exposure to blood and body fluids, arranging follow up care where indicated.
- Carry out blood taking and vaccination clinics as required.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Typical working pattern Mon-Fri 0830-1630, there may be a requirement to work outside of these hours on occasion.
Interview Date: Wed 9th July 2025
For further information please contact: Charlotte Mckechnie, Senior Occupational Health Adviser, c.mckechnie1@nhs.net
This is an internal vacancy for Royal Devon employees, therefore Bank workers are currently not eligible to apply for this vacancy.
This is a fixed term contract for 12 months. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.
Pay: The salary advertised for this position reflects the Agenda for Change 2025/6 rates, inclusive of a 3.6% pay award which will be implemented later this year. If you join before the implementation date, the pay award will be backdated to your start date. Until then, remuneration will be based on the 2024/5 pay bandings (Pay scales for 2024/25 | NHS Employers)
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
