Job summary Public Health - Championing Community Well-being Be part of shaping an approach that tackles the complexities of public health challenges head-on We have an exciting opportunity to join our Wiltshires Public Health Team as a Public Health Specialist. As a Public Health Specialist, you will address the key drivers of health inequalities by focusing on social, economic, and environmental factors. You'll manage contracts for the Warm and Safe service, secure funding for fuel poverty initiatives, and support government grants like the Household Support Fund. Your work will integrate public health principles into planning, housing, and environmental policies while collaborating across sectors to ensure inclusivity, including military and prisoner populations. You'll also contribute to various health initiatives, including workplace health, alongside other specialists. Main duties of the job We are looking for a forward-thinking Public Health professional who holds a first degree or qualifications of equivalent academic ability with a proven record in leading strategic delivery, commissioning and contract management. It would be an advantage to be registered or working towards registration at practitioner level with UKPHR and/or Masters in Public Health. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing, dynamic public health team, working at a strategic level to drive meaningful change in population health and address health inequalities. About us The council is committed to creating an environment of positive working relationships where everyone feels engaged, supported and able to thrive. Our Identity is a framework which sets out how we are all expected to lead, work and act to deliver our services. We will not tolerate discrimination, bullying or harassment of any kind. Everyone is expected to promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, trust and respect which is underpinned by our vision and Our Identity framework. Date posted 30 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £44,711 to £46,731 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number F0041-3852 Job locations County Hall Bythesea Rd Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 8JN Job description Job responsibilities Please see the job description for full details. The overall responsibilities of the service/function are: Public Health exists to protect and improve the health and wellbeing of the local population and reduce health inequalities. We do this through world-leading science, knowledge and intelligence, advocacy, partnerships, and the development of specialist public health services Job description Job responsibilities Please see the job description for full details. The overall responsibilities of the service/function are: Public Health exists to protect and improve the health and wellbeing of the local population and reduce health inequalities. We do this through world-leading science, knowledge and intelligence, advocacy, partnerships, and the development of specialist public health services Person Specification Qualifications Essential Please see job description for full details. A first degree or qualification of equivalent academic ability Desirable Please see job description for full details. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Please see job description for full details. A first degree or qualification of equivalent academic ability Desirable Please see job description for full details. Employer details Employer name Wiltshire Council Address County Hall Bythesea Rd Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 8JN Employer's website http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)