Director of Public Health

Bath & North East Somerset Council; Bristol; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Bristol is seeking a Director of Public Health to lead initiatives aimed at enhancing health and wellbeing in the community. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to drive improvements and reduce health inequalities. The ideal candidate will have relevant public health experience and a commitment to driving positive change. This position offers a chance to shape local health systems and make a meaningful impact on community health.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive work-life balance

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in public health leadership and management.
• Strong understanding of local health systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive improvements in health and wellbeing.
• Reduce health inequalities.
• Work with UKHSA for community health protection.
• Influence local health systems as a leader.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Health System Improvement

Inequality Reduction

Education

Public Health Degree

Job description

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives. This might sound simple, but it brings together everything we do, from cleaning the streets to caring for our older people. It is the foundation for our strategy, and we will ensure that it drives our commitments, spending, and service delivery. From ancient cities to peaceful villages, we are dedicated to providing the best services possible to our 200,000 residents.

About The Role

As a Director of Public Health, you’ll work closely alongside the Executive Director (operations), the Director of Children’s Services and the Director of Adults’ Services to focus on early and positive outcomes for health and wellbeing across Bath and North East Somerset. You will also be a statutory chief officer, working closely with the Executive Leadership Team, the Chief Executive, and elected members. As a leader, you will play a key role in working collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders to:

• Drive improvements in the health and wellbeing of local residents
• Reduce inequalities in health outcomes
• Work in collaboration with UKHSA to protect local communities from threats to their health
• Be an influential leader changing local health systems

If you are driven, passionate, and share our vision for a better Bath and North East Somerset, we’d love to hear from you!

Interested to find out more?

For further details, please click on the role profile and useful links below. To arrange an informal conversation please contact either Becky Reynolds, Director of Public Health by emailing [e-mail] or Darryl Freeman, Executive Director – Operations by emailing [e-mail].

Why B&NES Council

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Go to https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Bath and North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives. Find out more about our values at https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-values. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Find out more on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at https://beta.bathnes.gov.uk/equality-and-diversity.

Disability Confident Employer

The Council is a Disability Confident Employer – find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW. The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Interview Date

Interview Date: w/c 2 February 2026