Occupational Health Deputy Manager

Job Summary

The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality Occupational Health services through effective clinical governance and case management expertise. They will work closely with the Associate Director Occupational Health and Wellbeing to deliver high quality services to the Trust and will lead the clinical governance function of the Occupational Health department with an initial key focus on coordination of work towards achieving SEQOHS accreditation within 12 months of being in post.

They will act as a key point of contact for Occupational Health related matters working with colleagues from across the Trust as required and will support other members of the Occupational Health team as a source of expert knowledge where advice or support is required.

• Provide leadership and support to the OH team
• Lead on clinical governance in the OH department including collating evidence required for SEQOHS accreditation and establishing a sustainable process for maintaining accreditation
• Manage your own case load of referrals
• Ensure OH policies and procedures are reviewed and updated regularly
• Line manage the Nurse advisor and administration teams
• Provide cover for the OH department in the absence of the Associate Director Occupational Health and Wellbeing
• Refer to the job description for a full outline of the role

Diversity makes us interesting… Inclusion is what will make us outstanding. Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

Please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on  or . Our primary method of communication will be via email. If you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

• Date posted: 23 January 2026
• Pay scheme:
  Agenda for change
• Band: 8a
• Salary: £55,690 to £62,682 a year
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Working pattern:
  Full‑time
• Reference number: COR
• Job location:
  
  Occupational Health Department, 21 Craven Road, Reading, RG1 5LE

• Registered Nurse on Part III of the NMC Register as a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Occupational Health)
• Management/Leadership qualification or equivalent experience at a senior level
• At least 5 years post‑registration occupational health nursing experience
• At least 3 years experience of leadership
• Significant audit experience
• Significant clinical governance/improvement experience
• Excellent understanding of SEQOHS accreditation standards/requirements
• Experience in managing Occupational Health IT systems
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Up to date knowledge of occupational health and wellbeing legislation, policy and evidence‑based practice
• Excellent organisational, leadership, written and oral communication skills
• Well‑developed people‑management skills, including ability to empower, motivate and inspire others and manage performance
• Ability to think strategically and support the Occupational Health strategic direction
• Advanced Occupational Health practitioner skills
• Well‑developed analytical and problem‑solving skills

• Educated to Masters level or equivalent experience that equates to a masters level qualification
• Audit qualification
• Project Management experience
• Experience working with colleagues across local, regional and national forums within OH
• Experience of achieving SEQOHS accreditation
• Record of publication(s) and presentation(s) at local/national/international level

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Disclosure and Barring Service checks will be required. Applicants who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, Occupational Health Department, 21 Craven Road, Reading, RG1 5LE
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