Public Health Officer

Borough of Barnet; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Greater London is seeking a Public Health Officer to work on strategic health initiatives focusing on migrant communities. The role involves managing public health programmes and developing recommendations for local health improvements. Candidates should possess project management skills, an understanding of migration issues, and policy knowledge. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous annual leave and pension options, with flexible working arrangements available.

Benefits

31 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Work-life balance options

Lifestyle discounts

Payroll benefits

Excellent training opportunities

Employee wellbeing training programmes

Qualifications

• Experience managing public health programmes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
• Understanding of national and local public health policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide public health expertise to support migrant communities.
• Develop and implement health recommendations based on assessments.
• Contribute to the workplace health and wellbeing strategy.

Skills

Project Management

Understanding of migration and asylum issues

Stakeholder communication

Health risk identification

Knowledge of public health policies

Job description

About Barnet Council

Barnet is a borough with much to be proud of. Our excellent schools vibrant town centres, vast green spaces and diverse communities all help make it a great place to live and work. As a council we want to build on these strengths as we move into the future. We are growing and developing as an organisation to meet the challenges facing our borough and we are committed to working with partner organisations and residents to make Barnet even better. As an organisation our staff are committed to Our Values: Learning, Improving, Caring, Inclusive, Collaborative which drive everything we do.

About the role

The post holder will work and provide public health expertise to the Neighbourhood Communities and Mental Health portfolio of work. The key area of focus is the health of Migrant Communities, Refugees and Asylum Seekers.

The post holder’s main responsibility will be to develop a plan and to ensure implementation of the recommendations of the Migrant Health Needs Assessment by supporting partners (e.g. council teams and the North Central London Integrated Care Board) to address public health. As a result it is expected that the post holder will also contribute to Barnet’s Sanctuary ambition and address health inequalities.

The post holder will also contribute to the strategic development and delivery of the workplace health and wellbeing strategy within the council.

The post holder is expected to be a key contributor in setting strategic direction for the wellbeing support offer for the council workforce and to use public health evidence to engage with local businesses on workplace wellbeing. The post requires a good understanding of the public health theories that underpin a productive healthy workforce.

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About you

You will have:

• Project Management experience and be competent to manage public health programmes of work


• Understanding of migration and asylum issues and the needs of displaced people


• Communicate with and establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders to enable delivery of the public health projects / programmes


• The ability to identify risks to health and wellbeing and provide advice on how to prevent, ameliorate or control them


• An understanding of national and local government policies and strategies related to public health and workplace health and wellbeing

What we offer

• 31 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays


• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme which provides a valuable guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependents


• Work‑life balance options may include hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working and part‑time


• A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers and more


• Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel and gym membership


• Excellent training and development opportunities


• Employee well‑being training programmes including confidential employee assistance

How to apply

Read the job description and person specification before clicking Apply to commence the online application form. If you would like any further information about the role before applying please contact Michael Koumi on

Barnet Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Barnet operates stringent safer recruitment procedures; this may include AI detection screening, biometric ID/right‑to‑work checks, qualification and registration checks, up to 6 years of employment data and insights to accelerate screening (Konfir), up to 5 years of employment history references, DBS checks, credit checks, social media sanctions and occupational health screening.

To deliver Barnet Council’s commitment to equality of opportunity in the provision of services all staff are expected to promote equality in the workplace and in the services the Council delivers. As such we value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Barnet Council embraces all forms of flexible working (including part‑time compressed hours and hybrid working) and is committed to offering employees a healthy work‑life balance. Candidates are encouraged to talk about relevant requirements and preferences at interview. We can’t promise to give you exactly what you want but we do promise not to judge you for asking.

Barnet Council is a Disability‑Confident, Committed Employer. We welcome and encourage job applications from all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to ensure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the Access to Work scheme; further details are available at posts with the council and are subject to a probationary period of six months during which time you will be required to demonstrate to the council your suitability for the position in which you will be employed.

Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore please apply as soon as possible.

Please ensure you regularly check the email account (including JUNK MAIL folders) that you use to submit your application as any further communication regarding your application will be sent electronically. Should you not hear from us within four working weeks of the closing date for this post then regrettably in this instance you have not been shortlisted.

Responsibilities

Required Experience:

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Employment Information

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1