Locum Consultant in Public Health Medicine / Public Health

Integrated Care System; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization in Wales is looking for a Locum Consultant in Public Health. This role involves leading health initiatives, developing partnerships, and managing public health policies. Applicants must have a relevant public health qualification and be registered with the GMC or UK Public Health Register. The position offers a chance to contribute to significant public health improvements while working in a vibrant community.

Benefits

Extensive training and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Must be on the GMC/GDC Specialist Register or UK Public Health Register.
• Evidence of being within 6 months of registration at the time of interview is necessary.
• Must meet CPD requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide public health leadership and advice.
• Develop partnerships for health initiatives.
• Manage policies aligned with public health priorities.
• Plan evidence-based services across sectors.

Skills

Leadership

Public health expertise

Epidemiology understanding

Health promotion

Education

MFPH qualification

Inclusion in GMC/GDC Specialist Register

Job description

Locum Consultant in Public Health Medicine / Public Health

Due to maternity leave, we have an exciting opportunity to join the Swansea Bay Public Health Team as a Consultant in Public Health until 30 November. We currently have 1 WTE available but welcome applications from those interested in part-time or job-share arrangements.

The Swansea Bay Public Health Directorate is led by an Executive Director of Public Health who sits on the Swansea Bay University Health Board. The team includes four public health consultants, two public health specialist leads, and other senior leaders. The Directorate has expanded significantly, now including a local Health Protection Service with an Immunisation Team.

This post is open to AfC9 and M&D consultants.

Main duties of the job

The Consultant in Public Health will provide leadership and technical expertise, working with internal and external partners to influence public health delivery at a local level.

Responsibilities include:

1. Providing public health leadership, advice, and support to improve population health outcomes.
2. Developing partnerships and influencing agencies for broad participation in health initiatives.
3. Working to reduce inequalities through local and regional partnerships and community engagement.
4. Contributing to strategies and needs assessments with local authorities and voluntary sectors.
5. Managing policies, programmes, services, projects, and interagency plans aligned with public health priorities.
6. Planning and developing equitable, evidence-based services across healthcare and social care sectors.
7. Utilising information systems to support public health actions across disciplines.
8. Collaborating with the Health Board's senior leadership to support public health priorities through needs assessment, planning, and governance.
9. Providing local leadership for national public health developments.

About us

We value our staff highly and aim to foster a positive, confident work environment in Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the UK's largest healthcare providers, we offer extensive training and development opportunities in an innovative organization.

We welcome applications from nurses, doctors, health scientists, therapists, support staff, and those interested in apprenticeships, placements, or volunteering roles.

We are committed to inclusion and encourage applications from all backgrounds, respecting diversity in sex, religion, race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, disability, and more.

Our values—Caring For Each Other, Working Together, and Always Improving—are central to our commitment to equality.

Enjoy living near spectacular scenery and a vibrant city while advancing your career with us.

Job responsibilities

The specific areas of work will be negotiated based on the Directorate’s needs and the candidate's skills. A detailed job plan will be developed with the Director of Public Health upon appointment.

The post holder will be accountable to the Director of Public Health.

Applicants must be on the GMC/GDC Specialist Register or UK Public Health Register.

For detailed information, please refer to the full job description and person specification available in both English and Welsh in the supporting documents section.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Inclusion in the GMC/GDC Specialist Register or UK Public Health Register for Public Health Specialists.
• If registered in a different specialty, candidates must have equivalent training or experience in public health medicine.
• Applicants not yet on the GMC/GDC/UKPHR register must provide evidence of being within 6 months of registration at the time of interview.
• Must meet CPD requirements as per Faculty of Public Health or equivalent body.
• MFPH qualification by examination, exemption, or assessment.

Knowledge

• Understanding of epidemiology, health promotion, health economics, and healthcare evaluation.
• Knowledge of NHS Wales.
• Experience in developing clinical quality assurance and evidence-based practice.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure submission will be necessary to verify any criminal convictions.

Salary will depend on experience, pro-rated accordingly.