Location: Redhills, Penrith
Contract Type: Fixed term – 12 months (Maternity Cover)
Hours: 22.5 per week
“We have a great group of supportive clinical and admin staff, who all bring something unique to the team."
The Westmorland and Furness Council Occupational Health team has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Administrator. Our team provides organisational and individual advice on all aspects of occupational health, and we are passionate about ensuring the wellbeing of our multi-disciplinary workforce.
You will be joining a well-established team, who provide statutory health surveillance, opinions on fitness for work and rehabilitation, and advice on legal compliance in OH matters.
About this opportunity
As an Occupational Health Administrator, you will be working within the Occupational Health Team alongside our clinical nursing team and our doctor. We are part of the Enabling Services Directorate who provide a wide range of health, wellbeing, and advice services to employees of Westmorland & Furness Council.
This is a diverse and interesting administration role for a highly motivated individual. We ensure the smooth running of the Occupational Health Department, carrying out a multitude of administrative tasks which can range from scheduling appointments, preparing files and setting up clinics to supporting our doctor. The role can, at times, require some cross-county travel.
Who we are looking for…
We are looking for an organised and professional administrator, with exceptional attention to detail. A background in healthcare and experience in the use of clinical systems would be desirable but not essential as full training would be given.
The work is challenging and rewarding, it affords a fantastic opportunity to develop a range of skills and knowledge of working within a health environment.
What the Team says:
"The OH team is fantastic and provides a supportive environment to work in and to develop professionally."
"Occupational Health consists of a strong team of people, willing to go the extra mile."
"I'd just like to say I love my job, it's the best team I've ever worked with and wish I'd done it years ago."
For further information about this role please contact Karen Wilkinson, OH Service Delivery Team Leader on 07880 250674 or 01768 812556.
What can we offer you!
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)
Would you like to find out more?
For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:
- Post Specification
- Role Profile
For further information about this role please contact Karen Wilkinson, OH Service Delivery Team Leader on 07880 250674 or 01768 812556.
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 19th July 2026
Interview date: 22nd July 2026
Interview location: Redhills, Penrith
Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process, and if you have any concerns, or if adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss.
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Safer Recruitment
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.
