Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, highly motivated Occupational Health Professional to join our SEQOHS accredited Occupational Health and Wellbeing service based at Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and at our other site at Rotherham Hospital NHS Trust.
The role will require you to provide clinical expertise in relation to occupational health issues in order to support the delivery of a high standard service with a clear focus on prevention and effective attendance management.
The post holder will support the day to day management of the Occupational health service providing support to junior clinical and administrative team members, and will be based across our service on The Barnsley Hospital Foundation Trust site and Rotherham Hospital Foundation Trust site.
The post holder will have substantial Occupational health experience at a specialist level within a large organisation with a proven track record of meeting local/national targets.
Main duties of the job
The appointed candidate will:
Deputise for the Lead Occupational Health and Wellbeing Specialist Nurse Practitioner.
Participate in the provision of a high-quality Occupational Health and Wellbeing service to clients of Barnsley Occupational Health Service, including the assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of Occupational Health needs, activities and standards.
They will deliver specialist Occupational Health advice within the Trust and to external client groups as per agreed contracts and Service Level Agreements.
Promote Occupational Health and Wellbeing within the Trust and maintain an understanding and good working relationships with all client groups.
Respond to the professional developments in Occupational Health Practice and Health and Safety Legislation.
Be aware of new initiatives and develop policies to ensure that legal requirements are communicated effectively to clients to minimise health and safety risks.
About us
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work.
We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone.
We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities.
There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation.
Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility.
The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.
Please note we reserve the right to close positions early
Details
- Date posted: 17 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 6
- Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
- Reference number: C9163-0670E-07-26
- Job locations: Pogmoor Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S75 2EP, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Job Description for Occ Health & Wellbeing Specialist Practitioner
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Supporting Documents
Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.
Person specification
Values
Essential
- Please describe in around 100 words: What Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important
- Please describe in around 100 words: Describe a time when you were under pressure but remained calm, compassionate and focused at work
- Please describe in around 100 words: Describe an example of where you have helped to improve the service of a department.
- Please describe in around 100 words: How do you ensure you build and sustain positive working relationships within a team?
Experience
Essential
- Experience of supervising and motivating staff
- Experience of developing/willingness to learn to implement National Guidance/Health and Safety Policy into Knowledge of Occupational Health Policy and procedure
- Experience of gathering data and producing reports
Desirable
- Experience of developing evidence-based practice
Other Factors
Desirable
- Car driver/owner
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN qualified
- In possession of a diploma/degree in Occupational Health
- OR
- Registered Specialist Community Public Health Nurse, with Specialist Practitioner Status
Desirable
- Previous experience of Occupational Health nursing in the NHS
- First line management course
- Basic Counselling Course
- Mediation qualification
- NEBOSH qualification
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- Knowledge of Microsoft office and OH computer systems i.e. OPAS / COHORT
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