About the role

SSAFA has an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Occupational Health Nurse working under direction of Cordell Health Ltd to provide a new and comprehensive occupational health service to the Ministry of Defence in Cyprus. The role will be delivering the full remit of occupational health to locally employed civilians. Training, clinical governance, support and supervision by accredited specialists will be provided by Cordell Health Ltd remotely and with quarterly visits.

To carry out this role successfully you will have the following skills and experience:

·        A Registered Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Occupational Health) with the NMC on Part 3 of Register

·        Proficient in the delivery of health surveillance procedures and fitness for work medicals including night-worker screening, and have

·        Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Excel Power Point and Patient information systems

·        A full, current driving licence with the ability to drive manual cars as you may be required to travel across the island

·        Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise

·        Demonstrable communication skills

·        Experience of working within a Community Health environment would be advantageous.

A relocation package to Cyprus is available for this role.

 About SSAFA

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, has been providing practical, emotional, and financial support to our Forces and their families since 1885. Last year our teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 79,000 people in need, from Second World War veterans to those who have served in more recent conflicts or are still currently serving, and their families.

SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. We are here for that person – any time they need us, in any way they need us, for as long as they need us.

Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA

SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.

For further information about the role

View the full job description here.

Employee Benefits at SSAFA

If you have any queries or would like to speak to someone about this role, please contact Jan Dowlen-Gilliland Director of Community Healthcare services at jan.dowlen-gilliland@ssafa.org.uk for an informal discussion.

No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.

Closing date: Midnight 11 July 2022

Interviews: will take place the week beginning 18 July 2022.  If you are invited to attend an interview you will be required to undertake an aptitude test as part of the selection process.