You will be a valued member of the Occupational Health & Well-being Team who as a collaboration provide support to Surrey Police, Sussex Police as well as Surrey Fire & Rescue Service and East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service. You will also be eligible for a wide range of staff benefits, a government pension and annual leave to increase each year up to year 5., We are only as good as our people. It's important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace and we know that as an organisation we'll grow from the variety of thinking, approach, and the skills that diversity brings; all of which help us to deliver a better policing service. We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all. We have multiple staff support groups who help to improve our understanding of minority issues and ensure they are reflected in our work. We are proud members of Disability Confident, hold Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status, are a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and are aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement. We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities. For more information, you can read our full anti-racism statement here,
Recruitment Principles
- Vacancies in collaborated units are available to all officers and staff across both Forces
- Vacancies in non-collaborated units are only available to officers and staff within the Force with the vacancy unless it is advertised externally
- If the vacancy is advertised externally and an officer or member of staff from the other Force is successful it will result in a transfer of employment
GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in English, Science and Maths.
Qualifications
- OH Technician qualification or NVQ Level 2/3 in Health Care.
- Current training in spirometry, audiometry and vision screening.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Effective communication skills;
- To understand and maintain client confidentiality;
- Maintain accurate record keeping;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
- Ability to assimilate and undertake technical tasks;
- Ability to remain calm under pressure;
- Good IT skills;
- Previous Occupational Health or Healthcare experience;
- Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology;
- Knowledge of the principles of health promotion and wellbeing.
Additional Requirements
- Ability and willingness to travel across Sussex and Surrey, Horsham, Lewes and Guildford.
- Current courses on spirometry / lung function testing, audiometry / hearing testing, vision screening
- Previous Occupational Health or Health care Experience.
- Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
- Underlying knowledge of the principles of Health promotion and wellbeing.
The starting salary for this role will usually be at the bottom of the salary range and will be pro-rata if the working hours are less than full time.
Chief Constables' Message
We really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe. We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference.
Chief Constable Tim De Meyer & Chief Constable Jo Shiner
Role & Key Responsibilities
From your first day with us you will be part of a policing family making a real difference. It is our mission to identify and protect vulnerable people, prevent and respond to harm and keep people safe. In this role you will be provided with flexible days/hours to help meet your work - life balance. We will provide any continued professional development training and development of the role.
Benefits
- career progression
- contributory pension scheme (LGPS)
- generous annual leave allowance
- discounts for everyday spend
- on-site gyms and a range of sports clubs
- generous and supportive parental leave
- financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support
- discounted contributory healthcare scheme
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Occupational Health Technician in Horsham employer: Surrey Police Service
Surrey Police is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values organisation and attention to detail. As an Access Control Coordinator, you will benefit from a structured environment with regular hours, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to contribute to the safety and security of the community. Working at Surrey Police Headquarters not only provides a fulfilling role but also fosters collaboration across departments, ensuring a meaningful impact in your position.
