Local Authority Research Practitioner (LARP)

BATH & NORTH EAST SOMERSET COUNCIL; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in the UK is seeking a motivated individual to work with public health research leads to enhance research capacity and improve public health outcomes through evidence-based practices. This role offers remote working options alongside weekly in-office expectations. Applicants are encouraged to join a diverse and inclusive team focused on making a positive community impact.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Supportive work environment

Focus on work/life balance

Qualifications

• Motivated and enthusiastic individual needed to enhance research capacity and capability.
• Ability to work with public health research leads.
• Flexibility to work remotely and visit Council offices as required.

Responsibilities

• Influence delivery of better public health outcomes through evidence-based practice.
• Work alongside public health research leads in B&NES, Swindon and Wiltshire.
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.

Job description

Postholder Role and Responsibilities

The postholder will work alongside public health research leads in the three Council areas of B&NES, Swindon and Wiltshire (BSW) to influence the delivery of better value and improved public health outcomes through the use of evidence‑based practice. The role will be managed by the Associate Director of Public Health at B&NES Council who is also the NIHR Public Health Engagement Lead for the BSW area. The post may require occasional evening or weekend working.

The postholder will be able to use remote working but would be expected to work once per week from Keynsham Civic Centre, near Bath. Occasional visits to Council offices in Swindon and Wiltshire would also be an expectation as required.

You will be a motivated and enthusiastic individual joining us to increase research capacity and capability through leadership, training and partnerships with academic institutions.

Employment Conditions and Additional Information

• Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council's at‑risk register (redeployee). This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role they will be considered ahead of external applicants.

  Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

  About Bath and North East Somerset Council. Working at Bath and North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

  Why Bath and North East Somerset 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. Find out more about our benefits: https://jobsandcareers.bathnes.gov.uk/why-work-us/our-benefits

  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.

  We are 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.

  Please note that this role is subject to a Basic DBS Check.