Role: Consultant in Public Health
Service Area: Public Health
Grade: £90,000 £97,000
Reports to: Deputy Director of Public Health
Professional Accountability: Director of Public Health
Permanent, full-time position
Wigan is a place of ambition, innovation, and community spirit and we’re looking for someone who shares our passion for making a real difference. Our Progress with Unity plan is a bold, decade-long movement for change. It’s about harnessing the power of collaboration across sectors to tackle the root causes of inequality and improve health outcomes for all. As a Consultant in Public Health, you’ll be at the heart of this transformation.
What You’ll Do:
* Lead on child health, health improvement, and public health intelligence.
* Drive forward our mission to reduce social, economic, and health inequalities.
* Work across a dynamic partnership landscape, inspiring and engaging stakeholders to deliver lasting impact.
* Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team committed to excellence.
Why Wigan?
* We’re proud to be named Overall Council of the Year by the Association for Public Service Excellence (APSE).
* Our Public Health Team was shortlisted as Employer of the Year 2025 by the UK Public Health Register.
* You’ll join a talented, passionate organisation that values creativity, leadership, and innovation.
Who We’re Looking For:
A visionary public health leader with:
* Professional excellence and strategic insight.
* A collaborative mindset and strong partnership skills.
* A drive to deliver radical, sustainable change.
Interested?
We’d love to hear from you!
To apply please submit your CV, along with a supporting statement of no more than 2 sides of A4.
To arrange an informal conversation, please contact Kate Ashurst at k.ashurst@wigan.gov.uk
Closing date for applications: Sunday 11th January 2026
Interview date: Monday 26th January 2026
This is a politically restricted role
If you have completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme, please indicate this within the ‘About You’ or ‘Supporting Statement’ section of your application.