Public Health Graduate

Public Health Graduate

Fixed term contract - 12 months

Grade B

Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review

Working 36.5 hours per week

Are you passionate about the city you live in and want to enable the citizens of our great city to live a happier healthier life Ready to kickstart your public health career in one of the most vibrant diverse cities in the UK Join Birmingham City Councils Public Health team and make a real impact from day one.

Were offering four exciting 12month graduate positions within our dynamic multidisciplinary Public Health division the largest within any Local Authority in the country. This is your chance to shape change influence policy and help improve the health and wellbeing of over a million residents.

About the Team

Our Public Health Directorate is at the heart of improving life outcomes for Birmingham citizens. Youll gain handson experience across one or more of our six specialist subdivisions:

• Healthy Behaviours & Communities
• Health Inequalities & Addictions
• Children & Young People
• Adults Ageing Well & Workplace Health
• Knowledge Evidence & Governance
• Health Protection & Place
• Health Inequalities and Addictions: System leadership to embed health equity programmes Addictions

From tackling inequalities to designing behaviourchange campaigns and working with NHS Integrated Care Systems your contribution will help shape the citys health landscape.

What Youll Do

As a Public Health Graduate youll be right at the centre of meaningful real-world projects. Youll have opportunities to:

• Run structured public health projects from concept to delivery
• Respond to emerging priorities that impact the health of Birminghams population
• Analyse and interpret health data to identify local needs
• Engage with citizens and partners across the city
• Present creative evidence-based solutions to stakeholders
• Support evaluations health needs assessments health impact assessments and more
• Contribute to equality impact assessments and evidence-based practice
• Build valuable relationships across the Council NHS and community organisations

This role is designed to springboard your public health career providing the training support and exposure needed to thrive.

Who Were Looking For

Wed love to hear from you if:

• Youve graduated within the last 3 years with a Public Health degree or a relevant degree-level qualification
• Youre enthusiastic about applying public health concepts in a real-world fast-paced environment
• Youre committed to continuous learning and professional development
• Have an understanding of Public Health priorities and the wider system

You dont need to tick every box if youre passionate and ready to grow this is the place for you.

Additional Information

• You will be required to attend the office in Birmingham City Centre a minimum of 1 to 2 days a week.
• An Assessment Centre will be held for shortlisted candidates on 25th of June 2026 in central Birmingham (you must be available to attend for the full day)
• Proof of right to work in the UK is required for the 12 month contract; visa sponsorship is not available for this role
• As part of our commitment to creating local opportunities we want to hear from those who live or study in the West Midlands
• A DBS check may be required
• This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act
• You must follow the City Councils Equal Opportunities Policy

Why Join Us

• Make a visible difference to the health and wellbeing of Birmingham residents
• Be part of a supportive mission-driven team
• Build a strong foundation for a long-term career in public health
• Gain exposure to high-impact projects and senior leaders
• Enjoy hybrid working and a role with purpose challenge and huge opportunity
• Generous leave a great benefits package and strong wellbeing support
• Public Health and Council wide learning and development opportunities

Ready to shape you own future and the future of health in Birmingham
We cant wait to hear from you. Apply today and start your public health journey with us!

Any Questions Please get in touch: Thomas Harwood - Head of Office to the Director of Public Health Birmingham or Dawn Shillingford Public Health Workforce Development Senior Officer Email:

Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.

Please upload your up-to-date CV via the attachments part of your application this is required for shortlisting. Unfortunately we cannot consider any applications without a CV attached.

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer andwe arecommitted to employing retaining and developing all of our people.

We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments additional support accessibility needs or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.

For any informal enquires please contact the Resourcing Team <>

Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance withUK Home Office requirements before any employment offer can be confirmed.

Birmingham City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our citizens and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You can view our Corporate Safeguarding Policy Birmingham City Council here.

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