Occupational Health Administrator - WMF3065e

Job details

Job reference: REQ

Date posted: 17/06/2026

Application closing date: 19/07/2026

Location: PENRITH

Salary: £26,403 - £26,824

Contract: Part time, 22.5 hours per week, Fixed term - 12 months (Maternity Cover)

Occupational Health Administrator - WMF3065e

Location: Redhills, Penrith

Contract type: Fixed term - 12 months (Maternity Cover)

"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 provides organisational and individual advice on all aspects of occupational health. We are passionate about ensuring the wellbeing of a multi disciplinary workforce.

About this opportunity

As an Occupational Health Administrator, you will work within the Occupational Health Team alongside our clinical nursing team and doctor. You will help ensure the smooth running of the department by carrying out a range of administrative tasks, such as scheduling appointments, preparing files, setting up clinics, and supporting our doctor. The role may involve occasional cross county travel.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments for the Occupational Health Team.
• Prepare patient files and set up clinics.
• Support the doctor with administrative tasks.
• Travel cross county when required.

Qualifications

• Organised and professional administrator.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Background in healthcare desirable (training will be provided).
• Experience using clinical systems desirable.
• Previous experience in a health environment advantageous.

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."

Contact

For further information about this role, please contact Karen Wilkinson, OH Service Delivery Team Leader on or .

Benefits

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and other perks and discounts.

Equal Opportunities

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 are guaranteed an interview.

We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans, and to those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old who meet the essential criteria.