Occupational Health Advisor

The University of Exeter is seeking an Occupational Health Adviser to join the team. You will provide OH advice and guidance, supporting managers and staff at both the Exeter and Cornwall campuses. We are seeking a colleague who will thrive in the diversity of University life and enjoy working with employees from varied roles and professional backgrounds, and who will assist us to support our University aim to provide a positive, inclusive and safe working environment for all employees.

Whilst some working at our Exeter campus would be an advantage (e.g. for health surveillance), applicants who may only be able to work remotely are also encouraged to apply.

The main elements of the role will include; supporting new starters, case management, workplace assessment and health surveillance.

You must be a Registered General Nurse having a degree level (or equivalent) post registration qualification in Occupational Health (currently registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council, Parts 1 & 3 (SCPHN OH). We are a nurse led service with regular clinical support from our appointed Occupational Physician.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

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With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

41 days leave per year
options for flexible working
numerous discounts at leading retailers
onsite gyms on all of our campus' and a cycle to work scheme
sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay) and a Fertility Treatment Policy
stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautiful South West of England

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We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.