Director of Public Health in Bristol

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives. This might sound simple, but it brings together everything we do, from cleaning the streets to caring for our older people. It is the foundation for our strategy, and we will ensure that it drives our commitments, spending, and service delivery. From ancient cities to peaceful villages, we are dedicated to providing the best services possible to our 200,000 residents.

About The Role

As a Director of Public Health, you’ll work closely alongside the Executive Director (operations), the Director of Children’s Services and the Director of Adults’ Services to focus on early and positive outcomes for health and wellbeing across Bath and North East Somerset. You will also be a statutory chief officer, working closely with the Executive Leadership Team, the Chief Executive, and elected members. As a leader, you will play a key role in working collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders to:

• Drive improvements in the health and wellbeing of local residents
• Reduce inequalities in health outcomes
• Work in collaboration with UKHSA to protect local communities from threats to their health
• Be an influential leader changing local health systems

If you are driven, passionate, and share our vision for a better Bath and North East Somerset, we’d love to hear from you!

Interested to find out more?

For further details, please click on the role profile and useful links below. To arrange an informal conversation please contact either Becky Reynolds, Director of Public Health by emailing rebecca_reynolds@bathness.gov.uk or Darryl Freeman, Executive Director – Operations by emailing darryl_freeman@bathnes.gov.uk.

Why B&NES Council

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Bath and North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity.

Disability Confident Employer

The Council is a Disability Confident Employer – find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW. The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Interview Date

Interview Date: w/c 2 February 2026