Public Health Performance and Commissioning Officer

NHS; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A Local Government Authority seeks a skilled Public Health Performance and Commissioning Officer in Newbury. The role focuses on commissioning and managing public health services to improve community outcomes, requiring strong financial management and communication skills. Benefits include flexible working, career development support, and generous leave entitlements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Annual pay awards

Local Government Pension Scheme

Retail and gym discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous annual leave starting at 29 days

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or has equivalent experience.
• Qualification or experience in business, accountancy, or financial management.
• Registered or willing to register with the UK Public Health Register.
• Experience in commissioning, financial management, and partnership working.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the commissioning and performance management of public health services.
• Manage the full commissioning cycle including contract management and performance monitoring.
• Work closely with neighbouring authorities and system partners.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

IT skills

Understanding of public health principles

Commissioning experience

Financial management

Education

Degree level or equivalent experience

Qualification in business or financial management

Job description

Job summary

West Berkshire Council is seeking a skilled and motivated Public Health Performance and Commissioning Officer to join our Public Health and Wellbeing team. This is a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based, and value-for-money public health services that improve outcomes for our local population.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is educated to degree level or has equivalent experience
• Holds a qualification or has experience in business, accountancy, or financial management
• Is registered (or willing to work towards registration) with the UK Public Health Register
• Has experience in commissioning, financial management, and partnership working
• Demonstrates excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills
• Has a strong understanding of public health principles and the health and care system

About the Public Health Team

West Berkshire Public Health team is a dynamic, forward-thinking group committed to improving population health and reducing inequalities. Led by the Joint Director of Public Health for Reading and West Berkshire, the team works collaboratively across the council and with system partners to embed public health principles into everything we do, driven by evidence, innovation, and a strong commitment to community wellbeing.

About the Role

The postholder will lead on the commissioning and performance management of a range of public health services, including:

• Public health nursing (019 years)
• Integrated sexual health services
• Stop smoking services
• NHS Health Checks
• Cardiovascular disease prevention programmes

You will manage the full commissioning cycle, including specification development, market engagement, contract management, and performance monitoring. The role also involves financial oversight of public health grant-funded contracts, including forecasting, auditing, and reporting.

You will work closely with neighbouring authorities, commissioned providers, and system partners to ensure equitable access and continuous improvement of services.

Benefits

West Berkshire Council offers a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and professional development, including:

• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options
• Annual pay awards and career development support
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Retail and gym discounts, plus a Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Mental Health First Aiders
• A culture of collaboration, learning, and community impact
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 29 days per annum (plus public holidays), increasing by an additional 5 days after 5 years service.

Equal Opportunities

The Council supports equal opportunity employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

How to apply

Please now complete a short online application form following this link: https://ce1000li.webitrent.com/ce1000li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/etrec179gf.open?WVID=252486050l&LANG=USA&VACANCY_ID=5091473EUu. You will then be able to upload your CV.

Visa & Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

Professional Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.