Job summary
Are you interested in a career in public health? We would welcome applications from individuals who have experience across a range of public and third sector organisation to come and join the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Public Health Team as a Public Health Practitioner. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who is passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of North Wales, who has experience of partnership working, working as part of a team and is committed to making a difference.
We recognise that public health is delivered by a range of partners working across areas including but not limited to, health, social care, education, youth and community, community safety, housing and environment so would encourage those working in these fields to apply.
Main duties of the job
We currently have a vacant position, full-time covering the Central (Conwy and Denbighshire) based in Preswylfa, Mold. The post-holder should also be prepared to travel across the North Wales area to attend relevant face-to-face meetings.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
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 and/or Knowledge
Essential
- First degree or equivalent
- Basic knowledge of the health policy context for NHS and local partners Health determinants.
- Knowledge of one or more health promotion programme areas
- Public Health policy/strategies.
Desirable
- Masters in Public Health/Health Promotion
- Evidence of CPD
- Registered, or working towards registration, with the UK Public Health Register (Practitioner Registration).
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with a range of partner organisations relevant to health improvement
Desirable
- Experience in Public Health/Health Promotion
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Project management.
- Communication skills
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh or a willingness to learn
Values
Essential
- Self-motivated. Ability to prioritise, plan and manage workload.
- Team player
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- First degree or equivalent
- Basic knowledge of the health policy context for NHS and local partners Health determinants.
- Knowledge of one or more health promotion programme areas
- Public Health policy/strategies.
Desirable
- Masters in Public Health/Health Promotion
- Evidence of CPD
- Registered, or working towards registration, with the UK Public Health Register (Practitioner Registration).
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with a range of partner organisations relevant to health improvement
Desirable
- Experience in Public Health/Health Promotion
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Project management.
- Communication skills
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh or a willingness to learn
Values
Essential
- Self-motivated. Ability to prioritise, plan and manage workload.
- Team player
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
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).
