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Senior Occupational Health Advisor

Job Posted: 6 days ago

Salary: £ 23.37 - 23.37 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Dorchester, Dorset

Expire in: 22 days

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Occupational Health Advisor
 Location: Dorchester
 Contract Type: Temporary (6 months initially)
 Salary: £23.37 per hour
 Hours: 37 hours per week

About Us
 Connect2Dorset is the managed service provider for Dorset Council, delivering high-quality temporary, contract, and interim staffing solutions. We are proud to be an ethical, trustworthy, and caring organisation.

About the Role
 We are looking for an experienced Senior Occupational Health Advisor to deliver a high-quality occupational health service to Dorset Council and external clients.

You will work closely with internal teams and external providers to support employee wellbeing, reduce sickness absence, and promote a safe working environment. This role includes managing a varied caseload, providing expert advice, and supporting service improvement.

This is a hybrid role, combining home working with time at County Hall. Flexible working is available, typically between 8:30am - 5:30pm.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct health assessments, including pre-employment screenings and management referrals
Provide clear reports and advice to support management decisions
Manage your own caseload while contributing to team objectives
Advise on workplace health risks and compliance with legislation
Support employees to reduce absence and aid return to work
Work with internal and external partners to improve wellbeing outcomes
Contribute to health promotion and infection control initiatives
Support sickness absence management in line with policies
Maintain accurate and confidential records
Assist with service improvement, reporting, and stakeholder engagement
Deputise for the Occupational Health Lead when requiredQualifications and Skills

Essential:

Registered Nurse (NMC Level 1) with current registration
SCPHN Occupational Health qualification
Proven occupational health experience
Experience with medical assessments and screenings
Knowledge of employment and health & safety legislation
Strong report writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage workload and build effective relationships
Good IT skills (Microsoft Office)Desirable:

NEBOSH Certificate
Experience in a large or complex organisationConnect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates

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