Consultant in Public Health
NHS Jobs - Hereford
£91,210 to £96,081 a year
PermanentFull time
The post holder will hold corporate and managerial responsibilities commensurate with the role. The post holders specific portfolio of responsibilities will be determined upon appointment in line with the requirements of the service at that point and may change over time in line with the needs of the service. The postholder: a. will manage staff (including trainees) and will be accountable for recruitment, appraisals, disciplinary and grievance procedures for directly line managed staff. The precise number of staff will be dependent on the responsibilities agreed in the job plan. b. will manage budgets for lead areas outlined in the job plan and be an authorised signatory as outlined in the council scheme of delegation. c. will be expected to deputise for the Director of Public Health as required. The post holder will be expected: To have responsibility for development and delivery on key areas of public health, as agreed, working with actively at system level including with partners from the NHS, social care, local authorities, police, voluntary organisations, etc. To utilise information and evidence to underpin public health action across disciplines and organisations. As agreed within work-plans, to be responsible for leading programmes of work to address health improvement, strengthening the preventive approach and tacking health inequalities. As agreed within work-plans to be responsible for commissioning relevant services to achieve this, including physical activity, smoking cessation, and weight management. As agreed within work-plans to be responsible for leading partnership work across a wide portfolio particularly covering health improvement and Public Health intelligence. To be responsible for the day-to-day management of staff, and or be responsible as a line manager for a single function.
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Public Health Officer
Cambridgeshire County Council - Huntingdon
£38,510 to £40,444 a year
PermanentFull time
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Public Health Service as part of the Prevention and Inclusion Team. Our team works to improve health and wellbeing, reduce health inequalities and support residents to live healthier, more independent lives. We do this through prevention, partnership working, evidence-based practice and innovative approaches to behaviour change. Working to the Consultant in Public Health for the Prevention and Inclusion the post will support the Prevention and Inclusion Team across a broad portfolio of prevention-focused activities that includes strategy development, programme delivery and commissioning. Areas covered include health behaviours, substance misuse healthy ageing, cardiovascular disease prevention and mental health Our benefits We value our colleagues in Cambridgeshire County Council and have developed a number of benefits in addition to the basics like annual leave, sick pay, pension and mileage… A comprehensive wellbeing package to cover all aspects of wellbeing, both in and out of work, which can also be accessed by your family Buy up to 4 weeks additional annual leave (pro-rata) through our salary sacrifice scheme Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings Access to development opportunities, apprenticeships and qualified coaches to support your personal and professional growth Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day Access to Peer Support Groups through our IDEAL staff equality, diversity and inclusion network Opportunities to nominate and receive Employee Recognition Awards An Our Cambs Rewards account, giving you access to in-store and online discounts as well as our Car Lease and Cycle to Work schemes Take a look at our Employment Benefits Brochure attached to this advert to find out more. What will you be doing? As a Public Health Officer, you will support the development, delivery and continuous improvement of programmes and services that help prevent ill health, promote healthy lifestyles and reduce inequalities across Cambridgeshire. You will work closely with colleagues across Public Health and more widely across Cambridgeshire County Council with NHS organisations, district councils, community organisations and commissioned providers to support delivery of shared priorities. You will play an important role in ensuring programmes are well coordinated, effectively managed and informed by evidence, helping to improve outcomes for residents and communities. In this role, you will: Support the planning, coordination and delivery of public health projects, programmes and commissioned services. Monitor progress against plans, milestones, performance indicators and outcomes, producing reports and updates for senior colleagues. Organise and support meetings, workshops and partnership groups, including preparing papers, recording actions and following up on agreed actions. Maintain project documentation, risk logs, action plans and performance reporting systems. Support effective communication and collaboration with internal teams, partners and stakeholders. Assist with data collection, analysis and interpretation to support service improvement and decision-making. Contribute to research, evaluation and evidence reviews to inform public health policy and practice. Support commissioning, procurement, contract management, and performance monitoring activities. Assist with budget monitoring and administrative processes associated with programme delivery. About you We are looking for a motivated and organised individual but also flexible, with strong project coordination skills and a passion for improving population health and reducing health inequalities. You will bring: A degree or equivalent experience. An understanding of public health principles, prevention, and health inequalities. An awareness of behaviour change approaches and the wider factors that influence health and wellbeing. An understanding of the role of local government, the NHS, voluntary and community organisations in improving health outcomes. Experience supporting or coordinating projects, programmes, or services, with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple workstreams. Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. The ability to work confidently with data, reports, and performance information. A commitment to improving outcomes for residents and supporting a fairer, healthier Cambridgeshire. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your public health knowledge and experience while contributing to a broad and varied portfolio of work that supports healthier lives, stronger communities, and reduced inequalities across Cambridgeshire. About us Cambridgeshire is a great place to work and live with a diverse population, an urban centre in Cambridge, historic Isle of Ely, Huntingdon and St Ives as well as more rural landscapes. Our four values are central to our culture, driving everything we do. We are proud to serve the diverse communities of Cambridgeshire and want our workforce to be reflective of this diversity, which we firmly believe benefits our colleagues, the organisation and our communities. If you don’t meet every single requirement in the job role but think this could be you, please don’t be put off. We are committed to building a workplace that is compassionate and inclusive as well as diverse, so if you think you could be a good candidate for this role please consider applying and speak to the recruiting manager if you have any questions. Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy, along with our employee network 'IDEAL' and self-organised peer support groups help us to foster an inclusive, supportive and safe working environment where people feel valued, respected, and empowered. We collect relevant diversity data for monitoring as part of the recruitment process to understand the diversity of our applicants and monitor any trends throughout the recruitment processes so that we can take meaningful action. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We fully support providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, as well as when you join us, and we encourage candidates to contact the Hiring Manager, whose details can be found in the advert, to discuss any adjustment needs. Through a Guaranteed Interview Scheme, we will offer an interview to all applicants who disclose a disability and meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy. On your application form you can indicate you are disabled. Some examples of reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process could include additional time to complete an assessment or printing a document on pastel coloured paper with larger font size and line spacing. We would value talking about what might be possible to enable you to join us and thrive, so if there is something that would help you to do your best during your journey with us, please get in touch. Visit our jobs and careers section to find out more about our wide range of learning and development opportunities; apprenticeships; our wellbeing package; staff benefits; our commitment to equality, diversity and Inclusion. https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/council/jobs-and-careers
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Public Health Apprentice
Herefordshire Council - Hereford, Midlands
£29,071 to £33,119 a year
PermanentFull time
About The Role Job Title: Public Health Apprentice Hours: 30 Salary: HC6 £29,071 to £33,119 (pro rata £23,571 to £26,853) per annum Location: Plough Lane, Hereford Contract: Fixed Term Contract end: 30 November 2029 Closing date: 12 October 2026 Interview date: 14 October 2026 (and 20 October, if required) Introduction This is an exciting opportunity to develop a career in public health whilst undertaking a fully funded degree apprenticeship programme. As a Public Health practitioner apprentice, you will support the Public Health team and wider council to deliver on commitments to promote healthier lifestyles and reduce inequalities within the population it serves. The Role Working as part of a team of specialists, you will support activities to improve the health of our residents. the apprentice will contribute to projects, programmes and partnerships across a wide range of public health priorities, including healthy weight, mental wellbeing, substance misuse, physical activity, food, health protection, children and young peoples’ health and wider determinants. The role will enable and strengthen collaboration and partnership working across services. What will you be doing? The apprentice will be required to successfully complete an approved degree apprenticeship programme and demonstrate the application of learning to workplace. This is an entry-level apprenticeship opportunity designed for individuals who are seeking to develop their skills and qualifications through a structured learning programme. This role is intended as a developmental opportunity for individuals wishing to build a career in public health through an apprenticeship pathway. This role is offered on a fixed-term basis for three years, linked to the funding. Due to the funding conditions, the successful candidate must be in post no later than 30 November 2026. Prospective candidates should only consider an application if they are able to start in post no later than 30 November 2026. We Offer A competitive salary, holiday entitlement, and access to our contributory pension and staff benefits scheme, which includes: - Salary range of £29,071 to £33,119 (pro rata £23,571 to £26853) per annum - Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - Career progression: clear pathways to progress - Annual Leave: 31 days’ annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays. You can also purchase an additional 10 days per annum during the request period - Flexible working: including the potential for job-sharing, part-time hours and agile working. - Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 access to support and counselling - Payment of professional membership fees (based on role requirements) - Pick your perks – our benefits include access to a range of retail, leisure, holiday and health benefits. This includes savings, cash back and discounts. Why Choose Us? We're proud and excited to unveil our new recruitment video, a celebration of Herefordshire's people, places, and purpose. Set in the heart of England and filled with pride, compassion and possibility, the video brings to life what it means to work somewhere you truly belong. At Herefordshire Council, every role matters and every person makes a real difference for our communities. We’re a team where people feel valued, supported and empowered to grow together. You will probably have heard a lot about how beautiful it is in terms of countryside and open spaces (and it is!) but there is so much more going on here, including world-class cultural assets like the Mappa Mundi, vibrant theatres and a thriving food and drink sector. One of Herefordshire’s biggest assets is the strong and diverse communities. Our Talk Community approach brings that together supporting people to help themselves, encouraging them to help their communities and identifying how communities can help individuals. Our ambitious transformation programme aims to further build on this to offer an all-age approach. We’re excited about the potential of what we can achieve for the benefit of all residents of Herefordshire, stronger together and building brighter futures. Don’t meet all parts of the job description? Herefordshire Council is committed to strengthening a diverse and inclusive work environment which reflects the communities of Herefordshire. If you are looking at the next stage of your career and have a broad base of fieldwork experience, we can provide supportive and welcoming opportunities to help you develop your professional, management & supervisory skills. Reasonable Adjustments Our recruitment process runs in partnership with Hoople Resourcing. If you require any reasonable adjustments or alternative methods for the online application process, please contact the resourcing team by email: enquiries@hoopleresourcing.co.uk. Creating an inclusive workplace We encourage our employees to feel empowered and to use their voices to help embrace diversity, promote inclusivity and shape our organisation. We have eight employee network groups, collectives of colleagues who often share identities, life experiences or cultures and offer support and community. They also play an important role in strengthening the voices of employees at Herefordshire Council. Embedded in the Council's values is a commitment to listen to people's views and needs. For more information on our Employee Network Groups please view our dedicated recruitment website: www.spiritofherefordshire.com. Commitments, Covenants and Statutory Obligations The following candidates will be interviewed if they meet the essential criteria for the post they are applying for: - Those who indicate that they have a disability. This is part of our commitment to the “Disability Confident” scheme. - Those who indicate in their application that they are an Armed Forces Veteran or Reservist. This is part of our pledge to support the Armed Forces Covenant. - Those who indicate in their application that they are a Herefordshire care leaver. This is part of our commitment to supporting young people leaving our care. We take our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults seriously and expect all of our staff, visitors and volunteers to share in this commitment. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and vulnerable adults. If you are offered this position, it will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. How to apply To apply for a position, please upload an up-to-date CV and complete the application form demonstrating your experience, skills and abilities for the role. For more information or to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Kristan Pritchard, Public Health Lead, Kristan.pritchard@herefordshire.gov.uk Direct Line - 01432383144 Be sure to include reference to the job description and person specification or role profile! If you are successfully shortlisted, Hoople Resourcing will contact you via email to arrange your interview and/or assessment. They will confirm the date, time and location of your interview, so please keep an eye on your email inbox - check your spam/ junk folder too. Good luck, we’re looking forward to meeting you! About The Company The Council plan sets out how we will make our contribution to achieving a better and more successful Herefordshire, please see the link below to find out more: Herefordshire Council Plan 2024-28
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Public Relations Officer
ESTELLA'S HAIR & BEAUTY LTD - London, England
from £33,400 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
We are looking for an organised and motivated Public Relations Officer to support the salon’s public relations, communications and promotional activities and contribute to the growth and reputation of the business. Duties will include developing and coordinating public relations activities for the salon, managing the salon’s social media and online communication channels, preparing and updating promotional and public-facing content, supporting customer communications, monitoring public feedback and online engagement, maintaining communication and promotional records, preparing reports, and identifying opportunities to improve the salon’s public image and attract new customers. The successful candidate will work closely with the salon team to ensure that public relations, communication and promotional activities are planned and delivered effectively and consistently with the salon’s business objectives.
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Public Area Cleaner
Hotelcare
£13.65 to £13.65 an hour
PermanentFull time
Responsible To: Line Manager Direct Reports: 0 Key Relationships: Coworkers, Guests, and Line Manager Hours of work: 0-40 hours per week / Available to work some weekends. Company Overview: HotelCare, the UK's foremost hotel support services provider, boasts over 30 years of experience serving up to 200 plus hotels nationwide. Offering premium staff and services, including cleaning over 10,000 rooms daily and catering to various sectors such as apartments, leisure facilities, public areas, and corporate offices, we collaborate with ICE UK and Abbe ltd to introduce sustainable cleaning solutions, reducing our carbon footprint while upholding quality service. We offer a benefits package including Up to 28 days paid holidays. A permanent job with flexible working hours. Free Lunch on duty (site dependant). Full on-site training. Salary Finance with exclusive rates – access to loans or wage advances (available once probation is complete). Career progression with the opportunity to undertake a HotelCare Apprenticeship. Automatic Enrolment into a workplace pension, after 3 months’ service. Recognition, incentives and awards. Job Overview: Our Public Area Cleaners play a vital role in ensuring that guests experience impeccably clean public spaces, contributing to their overall enjoyment of their stay. As Public Area Cleaners, you'll be integral parts of a dynamic team operating in a fast-paced environment. Job Description Key Responsibilities Cleaning designated public areas such as corridors, lifts, lobbies, offices, reception areas, stairs, ironing rooms, changing rooms, and meeting rooms. Performing cleaning tasks efficiently and to a high standard within a fast-paced environment. Consistently following company health and safety protocols and procedures, including adherence to COSHH guidelines. Reporting any maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries to the management team promptly. Maintaining cleaning equipment and supplies, ensuring they are used appropriately and safely. Collaborating with team members to achieve cleanliness goals and maintain a positive working environment. Following instructions from supervisors and managers regarding cleaning schedules and specific tasks. Providing exceptional customer service by ensuring public areas are clean and presentable for guests and visitors. Person specification Experience Preferred Experience: Experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry, particularly in cleaning or public area cleaner positions. Skills and knowledge Physical ability to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods. The ability to work individually and as part of a team. Strong time management skills. Attention to detail. Flexibility and willingness to learn. A ‘Can Do’ attitude. Adaptability to organisational needs. Ability to prioritise and multi-task. Capability to provide excellent customer service. Self-motivation and accountability. Ability to work confidentially and with integrity. Ability to work under pressure and to follow instructions. Awareness of safety regulations and compliance. Flexibility You may be required to work different and/or additional hours of work (from those to which you have been previously notified in respect of any period) and carry out additional reasonable tasks to meet the needs of the Company and their clients.
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Public Area Cleaner
Hotelcare
£13.65 to £13.65 an hour
PermanentFull time
Responsible To: Line Manager Direct Reports: 0 Key Relationships: Coworkers, Guests, and Line Manager Hours of work: 0-40 hours per week / Available to work some weekends. Company Overview: HotelCare, the UK's foremost hotel support services provider, boasts over 30 years of experience serving up to 200 plus hotels nationwide. Offering premium staff and services, including cleaning over 10,000 rooms daily and catering to various sectors such as apartments, leisure facilities, public areas, and corporate offices, we collaborate with ICE UK and Abbe ltd to introduce sustainable cleaning solutions, reducing our carbon footprint while upholding quality service. We offer a benefits package including Up to 28 days paid holidays. A permanent job with flexible working hours. Free Lunch on duty (site dependant). Full on-site training. Salary Finance with exclusive rates – access to loans or wage advances (available once probation is complete). Career progression with the opportunity to undertake a HotelCare Apprenticeship. Automatic Enrolment into a workplace pension, after 3 months’ service. Recognition, incentives and awards. Job Overview: Our Public Area Cleaners play a vital role in ensuring that guests experience impeccably clean public spaces, contributing to their overall enjoyment of their stay. As Public Area Cleaners, you'll be integral parts of a dynamic team operating in a fast-paced environment. Job Description Key Responsibilities Cleaning designated public areas such as corridors, lifts, lobbies, offices, reception areas, stairs, ironing rooms, changing rooms, and meeting rooms. Performing cleaning tasks efficiently and to a high standard within a fast-paced environment. Consistently following company health and safety protocols and procedures, including adherence to COSHH guidelines. Reporting any maintenance problems, safety hazards, accidents, or injuries to the management team promptly. Maintaining cleaning equipment and supplies, ensuring they are used appropriately and safely. Collaborating with team members to achieve cleanliness goals and maintain a positive working environment. Following instructions from supervisors and managers regarding cleaning schedules and specific tasks. Providing exceptional customer service by ensuring public areas are clean and presentable for guests and visitors. Person specification Experience Preferred Experience: Experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry, particularly in cleaning or public area cleaner positions. Skills and knowledge Physical ability to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods. The ability to work individually and as part of a team. Strong time management skills. Attention to detail. Flexibility and willingness to learn. A ‘Can Do’ attitude. Adaptability to organisational needs. Ability to prioritise and multi-task. Capability to provide excellent customer service. Self-motivation and accountability. Ability to work confidentially and with integrity. Ability to work under pressure and to follow instructions. Awareness of safety regulations and compliance. Flexibility You may be required to work different and/or additional hours of work (from those to which you have been previously notified in respect of any period) and carry out additional reasonable tasks to meet the needs of the Company and their clients.
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Public Health Principal
Oxfordshire County Council - Oxford
£65,675 to £69,215 a year
PermanentFull time
Help us create healthier, fairer and more resilient places across Oxfordshire Are you passionate about tackling health inequalities through the environments in which people live, work, learn and age? Oxfordshire County Council is looking for an experienced Public Health Principal to lead our Healthy Place Shaping work. This is a unique opportunity to influence how planning, housing, nature, transport and climate adaptation contribute to better health outcomes for residents. This role sits within our Public Health team and works across organisational boundaries, building partnerships and influencing decision-making to ensure health and equity are embedded into the policies, programmes and investments that shape Oxfordshire's future. About Us At Oxfordshire County Council, we recognise that health is created largely outside the health and care system. People’s opportunity to live a healthy life is unequally affected by the environment they live in. Oxfordshire is proud to be a Marmot Place; meaning we have system wide commitment to addressing health inequalities. Our ambition is to create places that enable everyone to thrive, reduce inequalities, respond to climate challenges and support healthier communities. We work closely with other local councils, NHS partners, community organisations, universities, housing providers and residents to ensure health becomes a core consideration in how places are designed, regenerated and managed. Healthy Place Shaping is a key part of our response to some of Oxfordshire's biggest challenges, including healthy places, climate and air quality, healthy housing, access to nature, active travel and widening inequalities. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to improve the health of our population through the places they live This is a role for a strategic connector, who has a firm understanding of the wider determinants of health and the impact our environment can have on health. You will bring together partners from across local government, health, housing, planning and the community sector to influence decisions that improve population health and reduce inequalities through the places they live in. The role has responsibilities ranging from leading commissioning and monitoring contracts, being a driving force in developing key partnerships to influence improvements in lived environment, and being an expert across the council in healthy place shaping. You will be responsible for developing evidence-informed business cases, influencing policy and strategy, securing buy-in from stakeholders, and ensuring public health expertise informs major decisions affecting Oxfordshire's communities. The role will involve working with senior leaders, elected members and system partners to identify opportunities, shape narratives and translate complex evidence into practical action. This role has particular priorities around, health in planning, access to green spaces and healthy homes. The role will be based in the public heath team, reporting into the Consultant In Public Health whilst also having a dotted line report to the Head Of Place Shaping in the Economy and Place Directorate. About you We're looking for someone who is confident operating in complex systems and who understands that improving health often requires influencing decisions outside traditional public health services. You will be able to demonstrate: Significant experience of working in public health, local government, planning, housing, sustainability, regeneration or a related field. Experience of influencing senior decision-makers and partners where you do not have direct authority. Strong partnership-building skills and the ability to bring together diverse organisations around shared goals. Excellent communication skills, including presenting complex information clearly to a range of audiences. Experience of programme development, commissioning, project management or strategic policy development. Ability to analyse evidence and translate it into compelling recommendations and practical solutions. A strong understanding of health inequalities and the wider determinants of health. The ability to work across organisational boundaries and identify connections between seemingly unrelated agendas. Most importantly, you will be curious, collaborative and motivated by creating lasting change through influence, relationships and systems leadership. Rewards and benefits This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of place-based public health. You will help shape how Oxfordshire responds to major opportunities and challenges including local government reorganisation, climate adaptation, healthy homes and reducing inequalities. The role offers the chance to influence strategic decisions while remaining connected to practical delivery and innovation on the ground. Our Rewards and Benefits Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Technology to support agile working Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays Option to buy additional leave Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support Local Government Pension Scheme Excellent learning and development opportunities A supportive and collaborative Public Health team Our values Our organisational values underpin everything we do: Always learning Be kind and care Equality and integrity in all we do Taking responsibility Daring to do it differently We are looking for someone who shares these values and demonstrates them through their work. Your office base may be subject to change as we are currently transitioning between temporary and permanent office locations due to the closure of County Hall. If thisis applicableto you, you will be notified, but no reimbursement will apply in respect of travel. Ourcommitment to: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all. Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service. Our commitment to: Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments. Our commitment to: Flexible Working We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, full time and part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. Follow us on Social Media Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or find us at HealthyOxon on Linkedin. If you have any questions about this role please contact kate.holburn@oxfordshire.gov.uk (after the 12th October 2026) If you encounter any issues with the application system, please contact: public.health@oxfordshire.gov.uk Interviews: Will take place on or after the 11th November 2026
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Public Health Principal
NHS Jobs - Oxford
£65,675 to £69,215 a year
PermanentFull time
Help us create healthier, fairer and more resilient places across Oxfordshire Are you passionate about tackling health inequalities through the environments in which people live, work, learn and age? Oxfordshire County Council is looking for an experienced Public Health Principal to lead our Healthy Place Shaping work. This is a unique opportunity to influence how planning, housing, nature, transport and climate adaptation contribute to better health outcomes for residents. This role sits within our Public Health team and works across organisational boundaries, building partnerships and influencing decision-making to ensure health and equity are embedded into the policies, programmes and investments that shape Oxfordshire's future. About Us At Oxfordshire County Council, we recognise that health is created largely outside the health and care system. Peoples opportunity to live a healthy life is unequally affected by the environment they live in. Oxfordshire is proud to be a Marmot Place; meaning we have system wide commitment to addressing health inequalities. Our ambition is to create places that enable everyone to thrive, reduce inequalities, respond to climate challenges and support healthier communities. We work closely with other local councils, NHS partners, community organisations, universities, housing providers and residents to ensure health becomes a core consideration in how places are designed, regenerated and managed. Healthy Place Shaping is a key part of our response to some of Oxfordshire's biggest challenges, including healthy places, climate and air quality, healthy housing, access to nature, active travel and widening inequalities. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity to improve the health of our population through the places they live This is a role for a strategic connector, who has a firm understanding of the wider determinants of health and the impact our environment can have on health. You will bring together partners from across local government, health, housing, planning and the community sector to influence decisions that improve population health and reduce inequalities through the places they live in. The role has responsibilities ranging from leading commissioning and monitoring contracts, being a driving force in developing key partnerships to influence improvements in lived environment, and being an expert across the council in healthy place shaping. You will be responsible for developing evidence-informed business cases, influencing policy and strategy, securing buy-in from stakeholders, and ensuring public health expertise informs major decisions affecting Oxfordshire's communities. The role will involve working with senior leaders, elected members and system partners to identify opportunities, shape narratives and translate complex evidence into practical action. This role has particular priorities around, health in planning, access to green spaces and healthy homes. The role will be based in the public heath team, reporting into the Consultant In Public Health whilst also having a dotted line report to the Head Of Place Shaping in the Economy and Place Directorate. About you We're looking for someone who is confident operating in complex systems and who understands that improving health often requires influencing decisions outside traditional public health services. You will be able to demonstrate: Significant experience of working in public health, local government, planning, housing, sustainability, regeneration or a related field. Experience of influencing senior decision-makers and partners where you do not have direct authority. Strong partnership-building skills and the ability to bring together diverse organisations around shared goals. Excellent communication skills, including presenting complex information clearly to a range of audiences. Experience of programme development, commissioning, project management or strategic policy development. Ability to analyse evidence and translate it into compelling recommendations and practical solutions. A strong understanding of health inequalities and the wider determinants of health. The ability to work across organisational boundaries and identify connections between seemingly unrelated agendas. Most importantly, you will be curious, collaborative and motivated by creating lasting change through influence, relationships and systems leadership. Rewards and benefits This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of place-based public health. You will help shape how Oxfordshire responds to major opportunities and challenges including local government reorganisation, climate adaptation, healthy homes and reducing inequalities. The role offers the chance to influence strategic decisions while remaining connected to practical delivery and innovation on the ground. Our Rewards and Benefits Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Technology to support agile working Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays Option to buy additional leave Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support Local Government Pension Scheme Excellent learning and development opportunities A supportive and collaborative Public Health team Our values Our organisational values underpin everything we do: Always learning Be kind and care Equality and integrity in all we do Taking responsibility Daring to do it differently We are looking for someone who shares these values and demonstrates them through their work. Your office base may be subject to change as we are currently transitioning between temporary and permanent office locations due to the closure of County Hall. If thisis applicableto you, you will be notified, but no reimbursement will apply in respect of travel. Ourcommitment to:Equality, Diversity and Inclusion At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all. Our commitment to: Guaranteed Interview Schemes As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service. Our commitment to: Safeguarding Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments. Our commitment to: Flexible Working We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, full time and part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. Follow us on Social Media Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram or find us at HealthyOxon on Linkedin. If you have any questions about this role please contact kate.holburn@oxfordshire.gov.uk (after the 12th October 2026) If you encounter any issues with the application system, please contact: public.health@oxfordshire.gov.uk Interviews: Will take place on or after the 11th November 2026
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Public Health Assistant
Lincolnshire County Council - Lincoln, Lincolnshire
£31,015 to £33,673 a year
HybridTemporaryFull time
Would you like to begin a career in public health? If so, then this is the job for you! Public Health are looking to recruit a creative, innovative, and enthusiastic individual to join our highly motivated team as a Public Health Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to join a dynamic service that strives on improving the health and wellbeing of the people of Lincolnshire. As a Public Health Assistant, you will play a key role in improving the health and wellbeing of Lincolnshire residents by supporting the delivery of public health priorities across Health Protection, Health Improvement and Health Care Public Health. Working within a matrix programme management approach, you will contribute to strategic commissioning, service redesign, performance management and partnership working, helping to develop evidence-based solutions that improve outcomes and deliver value for money. You will work closely with Public Health Programme Managers and Officers, supporting the development of robust evidence, strategies and programmes, while building effective relationships with colleagues, partners, communities and stakeholders across the health and care system. This is a varied and dynamic role that requires flexibility, strong organisational skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities in a complex public health environment.
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Public Accounts Clerk
Mitie
ContractFull time
Tax-Efficient Income | Accommodation & Meals Provided | Return Flights | Unique Overseas ExperienceImagine taking your accounts and financial administration experience somewhere very different. As a Public Accounts Clerk on Ascension Island, you will support the administration of official public funds, processing payments and recoveries and helping to ensure bills, claims and financial records are managed accurately and on time. This is a varied role covering public-account transactions, utilities and visiting-unit financial activities within a unique Defence environment. What You'll Get -Tax-efficient income -Free accommodation and meals -Return flights to the UK -40 days' annual leave plus bank holidays -Access to gym, sports and swimming facilities -5% monthly site allowance -10% annual tour bonus -Professional development opportunities -24-month fixed-term contract The RoleYou will administer a range of Public Accounts activities, including authorised payments, recoveries, bills and claims, ensuring transactions are processed and recorded in accordance with required procedures. You will also support utilities and visiting-unit requirements, together with month-end activities, financial reporting and audit preparation. Key Responsibilities -Process authorised payments, recoveries and other Public Accounts transactions. -Raise and administer bills and recoveries, following up outstanding actions where required. -Process claims and other authorised expenditure, maintaining the necessary records and documentation. -Provide financial support for visiting units and personnel, including relevant charges and billing. -Administer utility-related financial activities, including the preparation and processing of bills. -Support month-end procedures and routine financial reporting. -Maintain accurate, auditable Public Accounts records using relevant accounting and administrative systems. -Prepare information and documentation for management checks and audits. -Respond to enquiries and liaise professionally with military and civilian personnel, colleagues and other authorised customers. -Handle financial, personal and sensitive information appropriately, maintaining confidentiality and information security. -Provide cover for the Service Funds Clerk and the PA to the Commander Ascension Island Base during periods of absence or operational need, following appropriate training and authorisation. -Undertake other reasonable duties as required. What We Are Looking ForEssential -Relevant experience in accounts, finance, bookkeeping, financial administration or a similar environment. -Experience of processing financial transactions and maintaining accurate records. -Strong numeracy skills with good attention to detail. -Good IT capabilities, including confidence using Microsoft Office, spreadsheets and accounting or administrative systems. -Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. -Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to deal professionally with a range of colleagues and customers. -Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. -A high level of integrity and professionalism when handling financial information. Desirable -Previous experience of billing, recoveries, claims or similar financial activities. -Previous experience of Defence, Public Accounts or Service Funds procedures. -Experience using accounting software or financial-management systems. -A full UK driving licence or recognised equivalent. The successful candidate will be required to undertake the relevant Public Accounts training following appointment. Defence-specific procedures and systems can be learnt in post, and previous military experience is not essential. Why Apply?This is an opportunity to use and develop your accounts experience while supporting the administration of public funds within an important Defence operation. You will gain broader experience across payments, recoveries, billing and Public Accounts administration, together with the unique opportunity to live and work on Ascension Island.
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