Public Health Improvement Officer for Children and Young People and Mental Health
This role is fixed term for two years All about the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Public Health Improvement Officer for Children and Young People and Mental Health to join our dynamic team in Peterborough City Council. As one of the fastest-growing areas in the UK, Peterborough boasts a vibrant community and a forward-thinking environment. In 2023, we were recognised as a most improved council, marking our commitment to continuous progress. Following the recent separation of the Public Health service from Cambridgeshire County Council, we are looking for a skilled public health improvement officer with demonstrable skills and experience in health improvement and commissioning. The post holder will also be required: To contribute to the achievement of Peterborough City Council (PCC) and Health and Wellbeing Integrated Care Strategy objectives to improve, promote and protect the health and wellbeing of the Cambridgeshire population and reduce health inequalities. To support and implement the strategic development of specialist areas of health improvement and ensure that this is reflected in the commissioning and implementation of programmes and services for prevention and health improvement for children and young people and public mental health. To provide robust public health evidence that will ensure that the relevant physical and mental health improvement interventions/services are evidence-based, provide cost benefits and value for money, and achieve the desired health outcomes. To support and deliver the strategic commissioning cycle for specific public health services, from determination of need, planning, delivery and management of contracts to meet identified need. This includes managing contracts throughout their term ensuring performance, quality, and value for money. To support annual budget management including demographic profiling, annual contractual uplifts for the contracts within the portfolio, supporting the Team lead and Head of Public Health and Service Development to deliver against the defined objectives and improve population health outcomes. To collaborate with a range of organisations to develop, commission and co-ordinate services and be responsible for developing and sustaining partnerships that support the delivery of the Public Health Directorate objectives, the Health and Wellbeing Integrated Care Strategy, Public Health Outcomes Framework and other relevant strategic drivers. The post is placed within the Peterborough Public Health Directorate. For an informal chat about the role, please email Hasna Dulfeker - hasna.dulfeker@peterborough.gov.uk All About You
You have a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the scope of Public Health policy and its underlying principles. You are a good communicator with both communities and service users. You are qualified to degree level (or equivalent experience) in health/health improvement or relevant subject. All about our Benefits
We value our colleagues and have developed a number of benefits in addition to our generous annual leave starting at 25 days + bank holidays, sick pay and local government pension scheme: Access to a range of benefits via Vivup, including in-store and online discounts as well as our Cycle to Work and Home & Electronics scheme. Buy up to 10 days additional annual leave (pro-rata). Access to car lease scheme. Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances. Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared Cost AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings. Access to development opportunities including apprenticeships to support your personal and professional growth. Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day. Access to our equality, diversity and inclusion network. Opportunities to receive Employee Recognition Awards. All about our Commitments
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to fostering diversity, advancing equity, and building an inclusive workplace for everyone. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups, including disabled people, care leavers, and individuals from minority ethnic communities. Your unique perspectives and experiences are encouraged and valued and will play a vital role in our success. We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you are disabled and require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact pccrecruitment@peterborough.gov.uk; we will work with you to meet your needs. Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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This role is fixed term for two years All about the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Public Health Improvement Officer for Children and Young People and Mental Health to join our dynamic team in Peterborough City Council. As one of the fastest-growing areas in the UK, Peterborough boasts a vibrant community and a forward-thinking environment. In 2023, we were recognised as a most improved council, marking our commitment to continuous progress. Following the recent separation of the Public Health service from Cambridgeshire County Council, we are looking for a skilled public health improvement officer with demonstrable skills and experience in health improvement and commissioning. The post holder will also be required: To contribute to the achievement of Peterborough City Council (PCC) and Health and Wellbeing Integrated Care Strategy objectives to improve, promote and protect the health and wellbeing of the Cambridgeshire population and reduce health inequalities. To support and implement the strategic development of specialist areas of health improvement and ensure that this is reflected in the commissioning and implementation of programmes and services for prevention and health improvement for children and young people and public mental health. To provide robust public health evidence that will ensure that the relevant physical and mental health improvement interventions/services are evidence-based, provide cost benefits and value for money, and achieve the desired health outcomes. To support and deliver the strategic commissioning cycle for specific public health services, from determination of need, planning, delivery and management of contracts to meet identified need. This includes managing contracts throughout their term ensuring performance, quality, and value for money. To support annual budget management including demographic profiling, annual contractual uplifts for the contracts within the portfolio, supporting the Team lead and Head of Public Health and Service Development to deliver against the defined objectives and improve population health outcomes. To collaborate with a range of organisations to develop, commission and co-ordinate services and be responsible for developing and sustaining partnerships that support the delivery of the Public Health Directorate objectives, the Health and Wellbeing Integrated Care Strategy, Public Health Outcomes Framework and other relevant strategic drivers. The post is placed within the Peterborough Public Health Directorate. For an informal chat about the role, please email Hasna Dulfeker - hasna.dulfeker@peterborough.gov.uk All About You
You have a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the scope of Public Health policy and its underlying principles. You are a good communicator with both communities and service users. You are qualified to degree level (or equivalent experience) in health/health improvement or relevant subject. All about our Benefits
We value our colleagues and have developed a number of benefits in addition to our generous annual leave starting at 25 days + bank holidays, sick pay and local government pension scheme: Access to a range of benefits via Vivup, including in-store and online discounts as well as our Cycle to Work and Home & Electronics scheme. Buy up to 10 days additional annual leave (pro-rata). Access to car lease scheme. Take your bank holidays flexibly to better suit your personal circumstances. Make Additional Voluntary Contributions (Shared Cost AVCs) to your pension with tax and National Insurance savings. Access to development opportunities including apprenticeships to support your personal and professional growth. Paid volunteering hours each year so you can make a positive impact on our community during your normal working day. Access to our equality, diversity and inclusion network. Opportunities to receive Employee Recognition Awards. All about our Commitments
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to fostering diversity, advancing equity, and building an inclusive workplace for everyone. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups, including disabled people, care leavers, and individuals from minority ethnic communities. Your unique perspectives and experiences are encouraged and valued and will play a vital role in our success. We are committed to making our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you are disabled and require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact pccrecruitment@peterborough.gov.uk; we will work with you to meet your needs. Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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