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We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who is passionate about the health of people in County Durham, to join our Public Health team as a Public Health Advanced Practitioner. 

We are appointing 1x Full Time Temporary post for up to 12 Months, however, the period may be shorter if the substantive postholder returns sooner.

We are looking for candidates with a track record of implementing public health programmes in a range of settings, and with exceptional communication skills and ability to progress public health priorities through leadership at all levels of the system.

Public Health Advanced Practitioners play a key role in forging partnerships with and influencing all key stakeholders within their specialist area of responsibility.   They are also responsible for key elements of the Council’s public health vision and strategic plan, developing, implementing, monitoring and leading key public health programmes to reduce health inequalities and improve health and wellbeing. This will be delivered through the commissioning process and marketplace development with providers including other Local Authorities, the NHS (commissioners, providers in the acute, mental health and primary care), the third sector and independent/private sector.

Responsibility for the following public health 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, for example during holidays or other periods of absence, across the other areas of work covered within the relevant Strategic Manager’s portfolio. 

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.

Required 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.

Apply on-line or for further assistance contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on Telephone: 03000 262727. Email: RecruitmentAHS@durham.gov.uk

In line with the County Council’s Recruitment & Selection Policy, please note that we are unable to accept CV’s.  Any information provided on CV’s will not be considered for short-listing purposes.
 
OUR OFFER TO YOU
We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years’ continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Explore the full range of rewards and benefits on our website

Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. We welcome applications from everyone and make employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled people and offer support throughout the recruitment process.
 
HOW TO APPLY 
We welcome applications from disabled people and those who are or consider themselves to be neurodivergent
Please note, we do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted online via the Northeast Jobs portal. Use the ‘Person Specification’ section of the form to clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential (and where possible, desirable) criteria. Applications that do not evidence the essential requirements will not be shortlisted. For guidance on completing your application, visit our website 
  
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Company: Durham County Council

Salary: Grade 16 - £56,554 - £60,680

Location: Spennymoor, Durham

Sector: Health and Social Care

Sector: Social Care

Job Role: Support Worker