Location County Hall, Matlock Reference JOB/25/01238 Salary details Grade 12 £43,055 - £46,439 per annum Job term Full Time Appointment type Permanent Hours 37 hours per week Closing Date 15 June 2025 Derbyshire County Council Lead Occupational Health Nurse Salary up to £46,439 Start Date September 2025 Role Overview: Lead a team of Occupational Nurses and in-house counsellor. Support the council's workforce of 10,000 across Derbyshire. Collaborate with Occupational Health physicians, counselling service, Health and Safety, and HR colleagues. Work with external customers, including Schools and District Councils. Responsibilities: Lead the team and work clinically. Deliver face-to-face assessments, case management, workplace assessments, pre-employment screening, and health surveillance. Provide advice to colleagues and managers. Liaise with multidisciplinary teams internally. Based at County Hall, Matlock; report to Health and Safety Manager, Policy and Wellbeing Development. Interact with employees from various roles in diverse work environments. Travel around the county occasionally; driving is essential. Support & Benefits: Flexi Time Scheme: Up to two days flexi leave every four weeks (pro rata for part-time employees), subject to service needs. Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling. Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app. Generous Annual Leave Scheme: Ensures a healthy work-life balance. Local Government Pension Scheme: Provides financial security. Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training. Cycle to Work Scheme: Promotes a healthy lifestyle. Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encourages environmentally friendly commuting options. Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits and discounts. Ideal Candidate: Registered General Nurse with OH Diploma or Degree. Excellent communication skills. Customer, performance, and solution focused. Proven track record of high standards, clinically and operationally. Passionate about proactive OH benefits. Why Join Us? At Derbyshire County Council, you will have the opportunity to lead a team of dedicated professionals and make a significant impact whilst supporting our business goals. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to be part of a forward-thinking organisation. How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role. For any questions, please contact Provisional Interview Date: Week Commencing 23rd June 2025 Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click CST1 Related information Please read any attached documents before applying for this job File size: 137.64 KB We're a disability confident employer We warmly encourage applications from disabled people. If online applications are not suitable for you, there are to apply. If you need advice or support with your application, or need the recruitment documents in another format such as audio, easy read, or braille, our is here to help you and can be contacted on 01629 532440 Equality and diversity We recognise the importance of having a workforce which reflects the people of Derbyshire. We believe this is important because recognising and valuing diversity helps us to deliver services that reflect the needs of everyone in our county. We're committed to valuing diversity and treating everyone fairly who works or wishes to work for us. Advertise your jobs with us Derbyshire County Council advertise jobs on behalf of other organisations, to help reach a wider audience. If you are an organisation interested in advertising with us, please contact our traded recruitment team on 01629 535117 option 1 or by emailing to find out more. Need to contact us? If you have any queries about Derbyshire County Council vacancies, contact our Recruitment Team on 01629 535118 option 2. If you are applying for a position in a school and need assistance please contact Traded Recruitment on 01629 535117 option 1. You can e mail both teams at If you require more information about a vacancy based in a school please contact the school directly. To keep updated on DCC careers and recruitment news follow us on social media Derbyshire County Council. Location : Matlock, Derbyshire, United Kingdom