Job summaryJoining our well-established and dynamic Healthy Places, Nutrition and Physical Activity Team as a Senior Public Health Practitioner, you'll be joining at an exciting time as our new Public Health Strategy highlights the importance of place making and the wider determinants of health. There has never been a better opportunity to integrate public health into spatial planning, transport, healthy housing and tackling food insecurity, helping to create healthier communities and improve outcomes for both residents across Hampshire and the environment.Working alongside colleagues across the council, district and borough councils, health partners and local communities, you'll shape and deliver innovative programmes that address the wider determinants of health and reduce inequalities. You'll play a key role in ensuring health considerations are embedded within local policies, strategies and services, helping to create environments where people can live healthier, more connected lives.As part of a supportive multidisciplinary public health team, you'll have the opportunity to influence projects and programmes of work, drive partnership working and contribute to the delivery of our Public Health Strategy, while continuing to develop your career within a forward-thinking public health service.Main duties of the jobLead and support the development and delivery of programmes and projects that address the wider determinants of health, with a particular focus on healthy places, housing, food insecurity and community connectedness.Embed a health in all policies approach across council services, ensuring public health principles influence policy, strategy and decision-making.Work collaboratively with district and borough councils, NHS partners, Integrated Care Boards, voluntary organisations and other stakeholders to develop and deliver place-based approaches to improving population health.Use evidence, research and insight to identify priorities, understand local needs, reduce inequalities and inform effective interventions.Shape and contribute to public health responses to spatial planning and place-making, helping to create healthier, more sustainable environments.Develop evidence-based outcome measures and evaluate programmes to demonstrate the impact of public health services/programmes/projects, drive continuous improvement and support evidence-based decision-making.Provide specialist public health advice, prepare reports and presentations for a range of audiences, and represent Public Health at key partnerships, networks and forums.About usHelp shape the future of public health across Hampshire through the delivery of our ambitious Public Health Strategy.Play a key role in addressing health inequalities and improving outcomes for residents and communities.Work alongside experienced public health specialists within a collaborative and multidisciplinary team.Enjoy opportunities to develop your expertise, broaden your experience and progress your public health career.Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.A competitive benefits package that includes generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.DetailsDate posted20 October 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary 50,564 to 56,219 a year ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference numberF0017-26-0204Job locationsElizabeth II CourtThe CastleWinchesterHampshireSO23 8UBUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role Job description Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this rolePerson Specification Knowledge, Skills and Experience EssentialPlease see link to Candidate PackDesirablePlease see link to Candidate Pack Qualifications EssentialPlease see link to Candidate PackDesirablePlease see link to Candidate Pack Person Specification Knowledge, Skills and Experience EssentialPlease see link to Candidate PackDesirablePlease see link to Candidate Pack Qualifications EssentialPlease see link to Candidate PackDesirablePlease see link to Candidate PackEmployer detailsEmployer nameHampshire County CouncilAddressElizabeth II CourtThe CastleWinchesterHampshireSO23 8UBUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameHampshire County CouncilAddressElizabeth II CourtThe CastleWinchesterHampshireSO23 8UBUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Senior Public Health Practitioner - Healthy Places HCC625102 in Southampton employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
