Job summary
We are seeking to recruit a Health Promotion Practitioner to join the Public Health Team based with the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board.
Main duties of the job
You will be a skilled and enthusiastic individual with relevant experience. You will contribute to the planning, implementation and evaluation of a range of public health and health promotion programmes across the diverse communities of Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. You will be able to use your excellent communication and team working skills to work across the NHS and with a range of partner organisations at both strategic and operational levels.
If you are a highly motivated individual, with the ability to enthuse and motivate others, we are keen to hear from you.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 27th July.
About us
Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales' where we play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales.Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Our Local Public Health Teams (LPHT) are transferring from Public Health Wales to the relevant local Health Boards on 30th September 2022. This change will be undertaken following the TUPE regulations and candidates will maintain the terms and conditions agreed at the time of appointment and full consultation will be undertaken following the Organisational Change Policy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First degree or equivalent qualification or experience
Desirable
- Masters or equivalent level in relevant topic area or allied discipline or equivalent professional qualification
- Evidence of continuing professional/personal development
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Post graduate work experience
- Experience of working with a range of partner organisations relevant to health improvement
- Experience of establishing new initiatives
Desirable
- Experience in Public Health/Health Promotion
SKILLS
Essential
- Project management.
- Communication skills
- Multi-media presentation skills.
- Research methods including data collection and analysis.
- IT skills
Desirable
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Public Health policy/strategies.
- Basic knowledge of the health policy context for NHS and local partners
- Health determinants
- Knowledge of one or more health promotion programme areas
Desirable
- Health promotion models and approaches
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Self starter.
- Ability to plan, prioritise and manage own workload.
- Committed to equality of opportunity.
- Team player.
Desirable
- Ability to positively influence the actions of others
OTHER
Essential
- Ability to travel between various sites in a timely manner to meet the needs of the role.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First degree or equivalent qualification or experience
Desirable
- Masters or equivalent level in relevant topic area or allied discipline or equivalent professional qualification
- Evidence of continuing professional/personal development
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Post graduate work experience
- Experience of working with a range of partner organisations relevant to health improvement
- Experience of establishing new initiatives
Desirable
- Experience in Public Health/Health Promotion
SKILLS
Essential
- Project management.
- Communication skills
- Multi-media presentation skills.
- Research methods including data collection and analysis.
- IT skills
Desirable
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Public Health policy/strategies.
- Basic knowledge of the health policy context for NHS and local partners
- Health determinants
- Knowledge of one or more health promotion programme areas
Desirable
- Health promotion models and approaches
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Self starter.
- Ability to plan, prioritise and manage own workload.
- Committed to equality of opportunity.
- Team player.
Desirable
- Ability to positively influence the actions of others
OTHER
Essential
- Ability to travel between various sites in a timely manner to meet the needs of the role.
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
