At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead public health initiatives and improve community health in Herefordshire.
- Company: Join a supportive council dedicated to public health and community engagement.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, flexible working, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with strong community ties.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in public health while enjoying a vibrant countryside lifestyle.
- Qualifications: Experience in public health or a relevant qualification is preferred.
The predicted salary is between 85558 - 90127 £ per year.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our public health team in Herefordshire. We are a small, well-established team in an organization that values public health and prevention.
As one of the Council’s senior leaders, your role will involve leading across adult Health Improvement and Healthcare Public Health, including smoking, NHS Health Checks, neighbourhood health, and other priority program areas. The rurality of Herefordshire, combined with its small city and market towns, presents unique challenges in commissioning and service delivery.
The Council is committed to strengths-based approaches, community engagement, tackling inequalities, and personal development. We have strong links with our Integrated Care System and our One Herefordshire Partnership, providing place-based leadership across the county.
The role offers flexible working options, including part-time hours (30 hours/week), and is suitable for either a newly qualified or experienced Consultant.
We offer a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and access to our pension scheme and staff benefits:
- Starting Salary: £85,558 - £90,127 pro rata depending on experience
- Relocation package of up to £5,000
- Pension scheme enrollment in LGPS
- Career progression pathways
- 31 days’ annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays, with options to purchase additional days
- Flexible working arrangements including flexi-time, job-share, part-time, and home working
- Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7
- Payment of professional membership fees
- Range of retail, leisure, holiday, and health benefits
Enjoy living in a region renowned for its countryside, cultural assets, vibrant communities, and diverse sectors. Our Talk Community approach fosters community support and involvement. We aim to build on this with our transformation programme to benefit all residents.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments can be made during the application process.
We prioritize safeguarding and expect all staff to share this commitment. The role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Consultant in Public Health in Hereford employer: Herefordshire Council
Join our dedicated public health team in Herefordshire, where we prioritise community engagement and personal development within a supportive work culture. Enjoy flexible working arrangements, a competitive salary, and generous benefits, all while making a meaningful impact on health improvement across the county. With strong links to local partnerships and a commitment to tackling inequalities, this role offers excellent opportunities for career progression in a picturesque rural setting.
