3 days per week (22 hours 12 minutes) days to be agreed Reference No: S Closing Date: 10.00amTuesday 1 September 2015

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1 Job Title: Salary Range: Location: Department: Permanent / Temporary: Hours Per Week: Force Medical Advisor 117,249 based on working 37 hours per week this will be pro rata in accordance with part time working Lancashire Constabulary Police Headquarters, Hutton, Preston Health Services Permanent 3 days per week (22 hours 12 minutes) days to be agreed Reference No: S Closing Date: 10.00amTuesday 1 September 2015 Lancashire is a large and diverse county with the full range of challenges that a police force can expect to face. The Constabulary has a well-deserved reputation for meeting these challenges full on. Our Ambition is a determination to consistently be the best police force in the country, delivering the best quality policing services. Lancashire s officers and staff, police the county 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to keep almost 1.5 million people safe. The Force has three geographical policing areas known as Divisions that ensure it provides the best possible service to people who live, work and visit Lancashire. Health Services is part of the Human Resources Department and our primary focus is to support managers and human resource professionals with advice to enable them to make informed decisions regarding individual cases and to expedite the return to work of employees following an accident, injury or sickness. This plays an important role on the impact of sickness absence for employees, the management and the Force as a whole. We provide this support via our medical team of physicians, nurses, physiotherapists and welfare officers for such services as pre-employment medicals, recruitment, sickness absence, injury on duty and possible ill health retirement. The Force Medical Adviser will play a pivotal role in ensuring first line managers and senior leaders receive accurate, comprehensive and timely advice in respect of officers and staff who are either absent through sickness or in a restricted duties role. They will do this verbally, either over the phone or by attending relevant panels, boards or in writing following an analysis of each case on an individual basis. It is essential that the successful candidate is a Registered Medical Practitioner and has a medical qualification recognised by the BMA Occupational Health Committee (AFOM/MFOM) and hold a valid GMC registration. You will be experienced in providing occupational health in public or private sectors and have a minimum of five years post registration experience. This role requires you to be experienced in occupational medicine, offering advice on reasonable adjustments, rehabilitation and ill-health retirement. You will be expected to have knowledge of

2 medico-legal issues and the ability to display strong interpersonal skills including motivational, negotiating, relationship building and influencing skills. You must be willing to attend relevant training/qualification courses e.g. AFOM qualification and remain registered for practice and must therefore undertake continued professional development required for registration. To apply you will need to provide evidence against all essential and desirable criteria from the candidate specification on your application form. Please ensure your evidence is submitted in numerical order as indicated on the candidate specification i.e In order to complete an application form, please select the job vacancy using the following link: Candidates must read the guidance notes which are downloadable from the on-line application site, prior to completing the application form. Following competency-based shortlisting, successful applicants will be invited to attend a Briefing Event between 10.30am and 12.30pm on Wednesday 23 September 2015, with interviews taking place on Thursday 1 October The Senior HR Manager, Ann-Marie Bull, is available for an informal discussion about the post. Ann-Marie can be contacted on or All successful applicants will be subject to Vetting clearance. Further details of the requirements and duties of the post can be found below. Applicants should note that there is a minimum UK residency criterion of three years for recruitment vetting purposes in line with national recommendations. LATE OR INCOMPLETE APPLICATION FORMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Please scroll down for further information and Candidate Specification.

3 LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY JOB DESCRIPTION Post Title: Location: Responsible to: Job Purpose: Salary: Force Medical Adviser Headquarters Strategic HR Manager (Operations) To provide a high quality, professional and efficient Occupational Health and Welfare Service which meets the needs of both managers and staff by promoting, maintaining and improving the mental and physical well-being of police officers, police staff and members of the Special Constabulary. 117,249 based on working 37 hours per week KEY RESULT AREAS To develop and document appropriate policies and procedures on Occupational Health issues in response to perceived needs, external advice and current best practice. To advise and participate in the identification, evaluation and development of new business opportunities for the Health Services. To advise on reasonable adjustments, rehabilitation and placement in suitable work of staff temporarily or permanently disabled by illness or injury; assist management / employees in evaluation of ill-health; arranging appropriate specialist referral for investigations and treatment and participate in multi-disciplinary approach to problem solving in order to facilitate the return to work process. To advise on applications for recruitment, pensions, discipline and sickness absence so that informed decisions can be made about employees circumstances. To provide advice and reports on compensation claims and litigation issues and attend Court in order to represent the Force on such matters. To be responsible for clinical audit programme integrated with force quality objectives and practices to ensure provision of comprehensive Health Services. To advise both employer and employee about fitness for work, recruitment and retirement.

4 To advise management in the analysis and control of sickness / absence and employee on preventative measures and improving sickness absence. To undertake examinations of those employees who are absent on long term sick leave, to advise management as to future prospects and to examine the possibility of redeployment, retraining, re-entry or retirement on grounds of ill health. Reviewing and supporting individual employees whose health status is affected by specific medical conditions and providing managers, officers and employees with appropriate advice on the management of such conditions at work. To undertake pre-employment health screening to determine suitability of candidates for employment with Lancashire Constabulary including, where appropriate, full medical examinations. To undertake examinations of existing officers and employees in relation to their fitness to undertake work in particular environments e.g. firearms, public order, driving. To provide assistance in the promotion of health education, training and the promotion of good practice in issues such as lifting, stress, diets, noise, exercise, AIDS/HIV and skin care. Liaison with appropriate staff within the Human Resources and Payroll Department regarding individual cases as necessary in order to ensure high standards of care and a co-ordinated approach. Develop and document of appropriate medical standards and screening protocols. Liaising with general practitioners, hospitals and specialist agencies as required. If required, undertaking projects and research assignments within pre-defined terms of reference commissioned by Senior Managers/Chief Officers and in line with professional/ ethical standards. Demonstrate a strong commitment to delivering a high standard of service with an emphasis on quality at all times. To promote and comply with our obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and Lancashire Constabulary s policy on health and safety both in the delivery of service and the treatment of others.

5 To be responsible for improving personal performance by actively engaging in the Continuous Professional Development (CPD) process. To carry out any other duties which are consistent with the nature, responsibilities and grading of the post CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION Essential Desirable To be identified by Qualifications 1. Registered Medical Practitioner. Certificate 2. Medical Qualification recognised by the BMA Occupational Health Committee (AFOM/MFOM) Certificate Knowledge/Experience 3. Extensive experience in providing occupational health in public or private sectors 7. Hold a Licence to Practice Certificate 4. Knowledge of Employment Law and other relevant Legislation, particularly Equality Legislation 5. Experience in occupational medicine, e.g. advising on reasonable adjustments, rehabilitation and Ill health retirement. 6. Experience of developing health promotion initiatives. Knowledge of Health & Safety, Equality, Data Protection Principles and Community & Race Relations Legislation/issues. 8. Knowledge of LGPS and Police Regulations Other An acceptable level of sickness absence in accordance with the Constabulary s Attendance Policy. Willing to travel to meetings outside the Occupational Health Unit Must undertake the necessary CPD to remain current and also for revalidation if post holder has a Licence to Practise. Willing to attend relevant training/qualification courses. Attendance to be checked post interview by Recruitment for internal staff, via references for external

6 Personal Qualities Decision Making / CPD* Gathers, verifies and assesses all appropriate and available information to gain an accurate understanding of situations. Considers a range of possible options before making clear, timely, justifiable decisions. Reviews decisions in the light of new information and changing circumstances. Balances risks, costs and benefits, thinking about the wider impact of decisions. Exercises discretion and applies professional judgement, ensuring actions and decisions are proportionate and in the public interest. Leadership Openness to Change / CPD* Positive about change, adapting rapidly to different ways of working and putting effort into making them work. Flexible and open to alternative approaches to solving problems. Finds better, more cost-effective ways to do things, making suggestions for change. Takes an innovative and creative approach to solving problems. Leadership Service Delivery / CPD* Understands the organisation's objectives and priorities, and how own work fits into these. Plans and organises tasks effectively, taking a structured and methodical approach to achieving outcomes. Manages multiple tasks effectively by thinking things through in advance, prioritising and managing time well. Focuses on the outcomes to be achieved, working quickly and accurately and seeking guidance when appropriate. Professionalism / CPD* Acts with integrity, in line with the values and ethical standards of the Police Service. Takes ownership for resolving problems, demonstrating courage and resilience in dealing with difficult and potentially volatile situations. Acts on own initiative to address issues, showing a strong work ethic and demonstrating extra effort when required. Upholds professional standards, acting honestly and ethically, and challenges unprofessional conduct or discriminatory behavior. Asks for and acts on feedback, learning from experience and developing own professional skills and knowledge. Remains calm and professional under pressure, defusing conflict and being prepared to step forward and take control when required. Public Service / CPD* Demonstrates a real belief in public service, focusing on what matters to the public and will best serve their interests. Understands the expectations, changing needs and concerns of different communities, and strives to address them. Builds public confidence by talking with people in local communities to explore their viewpoints and break down barriers between them and the police. Understands the impact and benefits of policing for different communities, and identifies the best way to deliver services to them. Works in partnership with other agencies to deliver the best possible overall service to the public. Working with Others / CPD* Works co-operatively with others to get things done, willingly giving help and support to colleagues. Is approachable, developing positive working relationships. Explains things well, focusing on the key points and talking to people using language they understand. Listens carefully and asks questions to clarify understanding, expressing own views positively and constructively. Persuades people by stressing the benefits of a particular approach, keeps them informed of progress and manages their expectations. Is courteous, polite and considerate, showing empathy and compassion. Deals with people as individuals and addresses their specific needs and concerns. Treats people with respect and dignity, dealing with them fairly and without prejudice regardless of their background or circumstances. *Continuous Professional Development (CPD) refers to the on-going internal appraisal scheme that Lancashire Constabulary employ to monitor and develop its employees. Please note that the use of the terms Assessment & is based upon candidates being successfully short-listed. In addition, the Division reserves the right to select the most suitable candidate based upon any combination of assessments that is deems appropriate. Date last updated: 24 June 2014