Job Description

Full time (2 part time roles will be considered), Indefinite

The Opportunity

We are excited to be recruiting an Occupational Technician (OHT) role to meet the growing demands of our department. This position is crucial in supporting our comprehensive health surveillance programs, including skin assessments, spirometry, safety-critical medicals, and more, utilizing the Orchid Live OH database.

As an Occupational Technician, you will perform clinical tasks such as venepuncture, blood pressure monitoring, pulse checks, height and weight measurements, BMI calculations, urinalysis, visual acuity, and colour vision testing, all under the supervision of the Head of the Occupational Health Department. Additionally, you will ensure accurate documentation and effective use of IT systems, handle administrative duties like sending out questionnaires and scheduling appointments, and assist nurses in interpreting health surveillance data.

The Benefits

The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:

Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave Excellent staff pension scheme Access to continued personal, professional and career development On site 'outstanding' nursery Discounted health & fitness facilities on site Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)
Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale.

The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.

The University

Keele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience. With a turnover in excess of 170 million, over 12,500 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world-class research. Further information can be found at https://www.keele.ac.uk/about/

Keele University is committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN charter, and values equality and diversity across our workforce. We strive to ensure that our workforce is representative of broader society, and therefore, we would actively welcome applications from men for this role.

Keele University values equality and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

OH and DBS Please note this appointment is subject to both medical clearance by the University's Occupational Health provider and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.

How to Apply

For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: www.keele.ac.uk/vacancies

For informal enquiries may be addressed to Karen Lever, Head of Occupational Health,

k.lever@keele.ac.uk. Applications to this address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 5th May 2025

Interviews will be held on: Date to be confirmed

Post reference: KU00004531

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 24,344.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 05/05/2025
Reference ID: KU00004531