Consultant in Public Health (Maternity Cover)
West Northants Council is looking for a qualified Consultant in Public Health to lead our busy Health Protection and Healthy Places portfolio for a period of maternity cover. The role will be for an initial period of 6 months but with a possible extension of up to a further 6 months.
The Public Health team is a fast paced, innovative and exciting team to work in, with a wide range of workstreams in operation. We are primarily looking for someone with experience in Health Protection, however a willingness and ability to cross over to other remits within the Public Health pillars is imperative should the need arise.
What will you be doing?
We need someone to lead our newly established Health Protection and Healthy Places portfolio, to respond to Health Protection incidents, outbreaks and protocols and to steer our extensive programme of work around Healthy Places and the wider determinants of health, including the Household Support Fund and our Anchor Institute programme for local businesses. With many workstreams crossing over within Public Health however, the successful candidate may be required to work across or alongside, other Public Health portfolios so a flexible and dynamic approach is a must.
About you
We are looking for an experienced, passionate and innovative individual with particular expertise in the Health Protection pillar of Public Health. The preferred candidate should be dynamic and innovative, with the ability to react to emerging situations that can sometimes be of a sudden and challenging nature. They will also be an excellent and motivating team leader, who can communicate effectively with clarity, but with an awareness of political sensitivities.
Interviews are expected to be held on 29th July. If you would like any further information about this opportunity please contact chloe.gay@westnorthants.gov.uk.
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Consultant in Public Health (Maternity Cover)
* Salary Frequency Annual
* Job Reference Ref/4654/6820
* Contract Type Full Time
* Contract Details Fixed Term Maternity Cover
* Closing Date 17 July, 2025
* Job Category Public Health
* Location One Angel Square 4 Angel Street Northampton, United Kingdom
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