Occupational Health & Wellbeing Lead Nurse - Peterborough | North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Are you an experienced Occupational Health nurse looking for an opportunity to lead, develop others and make a difference to staff wellbeing?
Join North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust as our Occupational Health & Wellbeing Lead Nurse. You will combine clinical practice with professional leadership, supporting our nursing team to deliver a confidential, responsive and high-quality service to Trust employees and external clients.
Working closely with the Occupational Health & Wellbeing Service Manager, you will help shape clinical practice, improve services and support staff to remain well at work or return safely following illness.
Your primary base will be Peterborough City Hospital, with travel between Trust sites required.
You will provide clinical leadership and day-to-day line management for the Occupational Health nursing team, supporting staff development, supervision and training.
Alongside managing complex occupational health cases, you will provide clear, impartial advice to employees and managers on fitness for work, workplace adjustments and health concerns.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Coordinating staffing and clinic activity to support an effective service.
- Providing senior clinical advice on immunisation, infection risks and blood or body fluid exposure incidents.
- Developing policies, procedures and evidence-based practice through audit and service improvement.
- Supporting health promotion and wellbeing initiatives, including vaccination campaigns.
- Working with managers, HR colleagues and other professionals to support employee health.
- Deputising for the Service Manager when required.
Priority will be given to colleagues identified as at risk through the Trust’s redeployment process.
We are looking for someone with sound clinical judgement, strong communication skills and a supportive approach to leadership, who can handle sensitive situations with professionalism and compassion.
Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details.
This advert closes on Sunday 15 Nov 2026
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Occupational Health & Wellbeing Lead Nurse - Peterborough | North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust employer: North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
At North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our comprehensive benefits package, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a culture that values collaboration and innovation. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the health and wellbeing of our community while advancing your career in a dynamic and rewarding setting.
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North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Recruitment Team
