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Organisation
Kirklees
Directorate
Public Health and Corporate Resources
Service Area
Governance & Commissioning
Hours
37
Number of Jobs
1
Location(s)
Across Kirklees
Position type
Apprenticeship
Grade
Grade 4
Salary
£24,404 - £24,790
Advert Wording
Kirklees Council Apprenticeships – building a future workforce
Our vision for Kirklees is to have a strong economy with a great quality of life, built on thriving communities, growing businesses, high prosperity and low inequality, where people enjoy better health throughout their lives.
To achieve this, we need a diverse and talented workforce.
Our highly rated apprenticeship programmes will allow you to earn, learn and build a successful career.
You will learn from experienced staff in the workplace, be sponsored to undertake an industry recognised university qualification by virtual study, and benefit from a supportive work environment.
We offer a competitive salary, with access to our staff benefits, pensions, employee networks and wellbeing packages.
Our roles are suitable for all ages, from school- and college-leavers, to those looking to re-train in a different career (we also offer opportunities for graduates through our higher-level apprenticeship programme).
Working within the Kirklees Public Health Improvement team, this role will contribute to the reduction of health inequalities and inspire health improvement by supporting strategic local and operational work areas. By understanding how the wider determinants of health (wider factors that impact on our health such as jobs, housing, food, transport, the environment and more) can affect health and wellbeing, and by using relevant skills and knowledge, this role will assist with the ambition for sustainable improved outcomes across the life course of the local population.
As part of the team, this role will support colleagues to evidence, influence, develop and deliver information, knowledge and resources for Council colleagues, local populations, and partner organisations. Working together with team members and with some self-reliance, this role will contribute to the
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This role is based within Corporate Strategy, Commissioning and Public Health.
Find out more about
Vacancies are advertised all year round on the Council’s job site -
If you require further information about the role, please contact Jo Hilton-Jones on 01484 222000 or email
Application closing date: 13th July 2025
Shortlisting for interviews: 13th-17th July 2025
Interview dates: 18th & 21st July 2025
Start date: TBC (September 2025)
Please note you are only eligible to apply for this role (please see details in the person specification) if:
* You have been resident in the UK for at least 3 years (there are some exceptions to this, so applicants will need to be considered on a case-by-case basis as required).
* You are not in full-time compulsory education (at the time of starting the role), are over 18, and do not have a university-level degree.
* You are able to meet the entry requirements of the qualification and to undertake the studying and coursework required to complete the course (please see person specification)
What can we offer?
* Generous annual leave entitlement
* Friendly and supportive team environment
* Ongoing training and career development
* Excellent pension scheme
* A range of family friendly policies, including flexible working.
* We offer a wide range of well-being initiatives including a cycle to work scheme and discounted KAL membership
JoL Hilton-Jones is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.
This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.
We know there’s a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email:or phone: 01484 221000 and ask for ‘Recruitment’.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Closing date
13 July 2025, 11:55 PM
Important Information
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Health Care Provider
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