Public Health Practitioner
Employer: Wokingham Borough Council
Salary:£36,363 – £39,862 Per Annum, Plus Benefits (Pay award pending)
Location: Shute End, Wokingham
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Hours: 37 hours per week.
DBS Check: Yes
Closing Date: 28/06/2026 at 23:00
Reference: 713452, 713453, 713454
We have an exciting opportunity for 3 new Public Health Practitioners to join our Public Health Team at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full-time, permanent basis.
As Public Health Practitioner, you will lead on a varied and exciting programme of work aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of residents. The key purpose of the role is to work with colleagues and partners to help reduce unfair and preventable differences in health and wellbeing across our communities, so that everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Our vision is for all residents and communities in Wokingham Borough to be healthy, happy and safe. You will support the development, delivery and management of a wide range of programmes and projects, using flexible and matrix approaches, informed by local priorities and need.
Key responsibilities
* Support the development, delivery and project management of public health programmes, with a view to improving health outcomes for the local community and addressing health inequalities.
* Work in collaboration with colleagues across the council and other agencies, to support the development, implementation and coordination of public health programmes.
* Supporting commissioning and de‑commissioning of services by contributing to health equity impact assessments, cost‑benefit analysis, business cases and service specifications to agreed deadlines.
* Support the development of evidence‑based needs assessments, strategies and action plans to meet identified local health needs.
Candidate requirements
* Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience in public health or related field.
* An understanding of population health and its inter‑relationship with other factors, as well as the political and organisational sensitivities.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentations, with an ability to vary style to meet the needs of the audience.
* Experience of working with stakeholders and project sponsor/s demonstrating the ability to negotiate, persuade and influence.
Staff Benefits
* Generous annual leave – 28 days annual leave (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays.
* Local Government Pension Scheme.
* GP Helpline – available 7 days a week.
* Employee Assistance Programme – including a 24/7 Your Care Helpline.
* Free eye tests and flu vaccines.
* Free onsite gym – located at Shute End Offices, Wokingham.
* Salary sacrifice schemes – including car and cycle to work schemes.
* Local & lifestyle discounts – savings on shopping, entertainment, dining out and more.
* Move through menopause course.
* Sports & social group activities – including running, football, cricket and more.
* Learning & development opportunities.
* Employee networks.
Our area
Wokingham Borough Council has recently been ranked 2nd most productive council in England by the Impower Productivity Index, recognising our strong performance and efficient use of public money.
Wokingham Borough sits in the heart of Berkshire and has excellent transport links to Reading and London. It includes a historic market town, welcoming villages and miles of beautiful countryside.
We have high‑performing schools, thriving businesses and a strong sense of community. With good public facilities, a growing local economy and low crime rates, it’s a great place to live and work. We’re also committed to becoming a Marmot Borough, focusing on prevention, early intervention, and reducing inequalities across our diverse community.
Closing date
28/06/2026 at 23:00
AI in applications
We recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the preparation of their job applications. When used appropriately, AI can be a helpful aid in structuring responses, checking clarity, and improving presentation. However, applications must reflect your own skills, experience and understanding. If an application appears to rely excessively on AI‑generated content, it may not meet the required standard and could be rejected. We encourage all applicants to ensure their submissions are authentic, tailored to the role, and clearly demonstrate their own knowledge, experience and suitability.
Policy statements
All successful candidates for this role will be subject to disclosure and barring service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. We will be reviewing applications on a daily basis and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. Wokingham Borough Council is an equal opportunities employer.
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