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We are seeking an experienced and motivated Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Occupational Health) to join our Health & Wellbeing Service as an Occupational Health (OH) Business Partner.

This is a strategic and clinical role where you will work closely with leaders and managers to support workforce health, wellbeing, and attendance across North Yorkshire Council and external clients. You’ll play a key part in enabling a healthy, resilient workforce by providing expert occupational health advice and delivering high-quality, evidence-based interventions.

What You’ll Be Doing 

As an OH Business Partner, you will:

• Provide specialist clinical advice on fitness for work, rehabilitation, and workplace health risks
• Manage a complex caseload, supporting employees in sensitive or challenging situations
• Work in partnership with managers to address attendance, performance, and wellbeing concerns
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership teams on workforce health strategy
• Lead and contribute to health promotion and wellbeing initiatives
• Support organisational priorities by contributing to the People Strategy and service plans
• Represent Occupational Health in meetings, case conferences, and cross-service forums
• Ensure compliance with professional standards, legislation, and clinical governance requirements

You will also help shape and develop policies, influence practice, and identify emerging workforce health risks, supporting a proactive and preventative approach to workplace wellbeing.

About You 

We’re looking for a confident and experienced Occupational Health professional who can combine clinical expertise with strategic influence.

Essential Requirements

• NMC Registered General Nurse (Part 1)
• Registered Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Occupational Health)
• Significant post-registration experience in Occupational Health
• In-depth knowledge of:
  • Occupational Health practice and services
  • Health & Safety legislation
• Experience managing complex casework and influencing organisational decisions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including handling sensitive situations
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload

Desirable 

• Experience working within a SEQOHS-accredited service
• Experience in policy development or service improvement
• Mentoring or leadership experience
• Postgraduate or professional development in Occupational Health

Why Join Us?

 At North Yorkshire Council, we value our people and are committed to supporting your development and career progression.

We offer:

• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Access to training, mentoring, and coaching
• A supportive, collaborative working environment
• The chance to influence and improve workforce health at a strategic level

Contact

For more information, please contact Anna Rea: anna.rea@northyorks.gov.uk

Key Dates 

Closing Date 12^th August 2026

Company: North Yorkshire Council

Salary: £47,181 - £51,356 pro rata per annum

Location: Northallerton, North Yorkshire

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: Administration

Sector: Communications

Job Role: Occupational Therapist