Public health advanced practitioner

Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic Public Health Advanced Practitioner to join the Public Health team in County Durham. This is a full-time temporary post for up to 12 months, with the period potentially shortened if the substantive postholder returns sooner.

Responsibilities

• Forge partnerships with and influence key stakeholders within the specialist area of responsibility.
• Develop, implement, monitor and lead key public health programmes to reduce health inequalities and improve health and wellbeing.
• Deliver public health activity through the commissioning process and marketplace development with providers including other Local Authorities, the NHS, the third sector and private sector).
• Provide leadership and contribute to shared priorities across the wider Public Health team as needed.

Portfolio

• Health protection, including vaccinations and immunisations
• NHS Health Checks
• Support the Strategic Manager to promote good oral health
• Line management of Public Health Practitioner

The postholder will be allocated a defined initial portfolio area on appointment; topic areas of focus may change over time based on business need and individual professional development.

If you would like an informal discussion about this post, please contact Suzanne Richardson – Public Health Advanced Practitioner, Tel: 03000 262796 or email suzanne.richardson@durham.gov.uk.

The post holder will also be required to provide cover across the other areas of work covered within the relevant Strategic Manager’s portfolio during holidays or other periods of absence.

The successful candidate may be expected to provide cover across other Public Health Advanced Practitioner work areas, ensuring continuity of service and support across the wider team. This may include taking on responsibilities outside their core portfolio, working collaboratively with colleagues, and contributing to shared priorities as needed.

Qualifications

• Masters level qualification in Public Health (or working towards); or a masters level qualification in Public Health, Health Promotion, or a related field with experience of delivering programmes of work in a public health team

Interviews

It is anticipated that interviews will be held Thursday 25th June 2026.

Application process and requirements

We are unable to accept CVs. Applications must be submitted online. For guidance on completing your application, please refer to the recruitment portal.

Benefits

We offer a competitive rewards package, including a salary of £56,554 – £60,680, generous annual leave entitlement, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, and flexible working arrangements including hybrid working where applicable.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. We actively encourage applications from disabled people and support throughout the recruitment process.