At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage communities and deliver projects to reduce screening inequities in Wales.
- Company: Public Health Wales, dedicated to improving health and well-being for all.
- Benefits: Permanent full-time role with flexible working options and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to equality and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in public health and community engagement across Wales.
- Qualifications: Experience in public health and community engagement is essential.
The predicted salary is between 30332 - 37072 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for two Screening Engagement Practitioners, Agenda for Change Band 5, to be part of the Screening Engagement Team.
The two posts are being offered as a full-time (37.5 hours per week), on a permanent basis.
The post holders will be based in North Wales and work across localities in North Wales and North Powys.
Working across all national screening programmes, the post holders will also be involved in the work to deliver the implementation plans to support a new lung cancer screening programme that aims to reduce the impact of lung cancer in Wales.
We are looking for dynamic and enthusiastic individuals with experience in public health and community engagement.
They will support the work of the Screening Engagement Team in the planning and delivery of projects which focus on reducing screening inequities in specific populations.
If you are highly motivated, with a strong demonstrable background in public health, screening and community engagement then we are keen to hear from you.
Agile working practices are encouraged with the post holders working from one of our offices across Wales and from home.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
The role of the Screening Engagement Practitioners is to work with people, partners and national screening programmes in Wales to:
- Ensure public engagement is at the heart of what we do
- Work with the team to deliver the community implementation plans to support lung cancer screening.
- Deliver Screening Awareness Training to community partners.
- Undertake a range of public engagement activities across Wales that will inform the work of the Screening Division
- Work with the team and programmes to take forward a range of project that focus on reducing screening health inequalities and inequities.
- Support the development of high-quality public information, including accessible public information.
- We are Public Health Wales
- the national public health agency in Wales.
Our purpose is ‘Working together for a healthier Wales’.
We exist to help everyone in Wales live longer, healthier, happier lives.
Together with our partners, we work to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.
Our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise.
We are the leading source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales.
In a world facing complex health challenges, our work has never been so important.
We are guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'.
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values equality and diversity.
We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and are supportive of flexible working arrangements, including part time roles and job sharing.
For further details / informal visits contact
Name: Helen Jessop Job title: Senior Screening Engagement Specialist Email address: helen. jessop@wales. nhs. uk
- Heather Ramessur-Marsden
- Head of Screening Engagement
- Heather. ramessur-marsden@wales. nhs. uk
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Screening Engagement Practitioner in Wrexham employer: Public Health Wales
Public Health Wales is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead national safeguarding initiatives that directly enhance community health and well-being. With a strong commitment to inclusivity and professional development, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that fosters growth and collaboration across NHS Wales. Join us in making a meaningful impact while enjoying the advantages of working in a vital public health role.
