Director of Public Health

Herefordshire Council
£92,505 - £97,453 (plus potential market forces supplement of up to £8,000 per annum)
Hackney

Herefordshire Council has recently developed an exciting new ten-year strategy for health and wellbeing in the county, guided by a clear vision, “Good health and wellbeing for everyone.” The central focus of the strategy is two-fold: The best start in life for children; and good mental wellbeing throughout life.

THE ROLE

We are currently seeking a new Director of Public Health who will work with our partners and communities to make this vision a reality and help us deliver our key health and wellbeing priorities.   As a large rural authority, we are conscious that access to services can have a huge impact upon health inequalities, and we are determined to work more closely with health partners and community and voluntary groups to ensure a more joined up approach.

As DPH you will need to be a visible presence, keen to embed public health principles across the wider authority and drive and support a number of key public health programmes and work streams.  Backed by a strong and stable team, you will have a clear focus on delivering tangible outcomes for our residents and the ability to work strategically with Members and the senior leadership team.  You will need the usual statutory requirements for a senior public health position, but above all, we are seeking proactive and results focused candidates who can develop a systems leadership approach.

INFORMATION

For further details, please click on the role profile and useful links below. For more information please contact Luke Judd on 07435 270659 or luke.judd@starfishsearch.com

ROLE PROFILE    
Timeline

Closing date: Sunday 20th October 2024

Shortlist meeting: Monday 28th October 2024

Final interviews: Wednesday 6th November 2024

Useful Links
Public Health Structure Portfolios VIEW
Health and Wellbeing Strategy VIEW
JSNA VIEW
Council Plan 2024 - 2028 VIEW
Relocation Guidance VIEW
Organisation Structure VIEW
How to apply

To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:

  • Your CV (no more than three sides of A4).
  • A supporting statement (no more than three sides of A4) that sets out why you think this role is the right move for you and how you meet the knowledge and experience criteria.

Herefordshire Council is a member of the Disability Confident Scheme. If you would like to apply under the scheme, please state that clearly at the top of your supporting statement, along with any adjustments you require to be made if invited for interview.

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