Mental Health Nurse - Occupational Health

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

The post holder will be an NMC level 1 registered mental health nurse (RMN, RNMH, RN3) with some relevant or significant post-registration experience at AFC Band 5 (or equivalent). An Occupational Health nursing qualification (or working towards this) is desirable.

This exciting role with NHS GG&C Occupational Health service will primarily involve the assessment and monitoring of the mental health of those referred to the service with an emphasis on how this impacts, or is impacted by, their job role or work within the organisation. The post holder will work as a key member of the existing Occupational Health service and their multidisciplinary team in their delivery of a comprehensive service at a time of growth and development. You will be expected to assess, support and monitor employees to achieve and sustain a level of mental health and wellbeing with the emphasis on maximising their potential in work and in life. Assessment of fitness for work will also be a key element of this role in addition to research and development relating to the links between mental health and wellbeing and work roles. You will also be instrumental in promoting a positive culture of general and mental health and wellbeing whilst identifying opportunities for health promotion, education, and training on issues relevant to positive mental health. Previous experience of detailed mental health assessment, comprehensive health and social assessment and also experience of alcohol and substance assessment and current evidence based best practice treatments and interventions is essential. You will have exemplary communication, assessment and organisational skills with a positive and enthusiastic approach to this developing aspect of the service. You will be able to work independently but also function effectively within the larger team, whilst demonstrating adaptability to the diverse and variable demands upon our service.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

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Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Location based in 6th Floor, West Glasgow Ambulatory Care Hospital
• Permanent Contract
• Full-time position (36 hours per week)
• Shift pattern for this post are Monday - Friday within 08:00-18:00
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Practice within the legal and ethical framework as established by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and Health and Safety legislation to ensure employee interests and wellbeing are met.
• The Mental Health Nurse (Occupational Health) will adhere to the requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Council to maintain their professional registration.
• Assessing the fitness to work of prospective employees by scrutinising Health Declaration forms for new employees identifying previous and current health issues, informing Managers/Human Resources of outcomes.
• Assessing the fitness to work of prospective employees by interviewing clients directly in relation to health issues identified in their Health Declaration form, informing Managers/Human Resources of outcomes.
• Assisting in the implementation of the Department of Health (DOH) guidelines relating to Exposure Prone Procedure work. This involves the assessment of fitness to practice in accordance with these guidelines by the collection of information and investigation.
• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details.
  
  

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• 1st level registered mental health nurse
• Occupational Health Nursing Certificate/ Diploma/Degree, working towards this or willing to undertake this qualification when in post.
• Minimum of 2 years post registration experience
• Ability to demonstrate competence of own duties outlined in job description.
• Able to demonstrate adaptability and flexibility in clinical practice.
• Advanced skills in mental health assessment.
• Advanced skills in substance use assessment.
  
  

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
  
  

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Steven Reid, Occupational Health Mental Health Nurse, On 0141 201 0600 or email Steven.reid@nhs.scot

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:

This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.

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From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part-time working hours will be reduced on a pro-rata basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

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