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Public Health Specialist Practitioner

Job Location:

Essex - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 6 August 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 3 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

7-month contract position with a local authority

Pay Rate: 269.65 per day umbrella

Summary

This is a 7-month contract position with a local authority offering a rate of 269.65 per day under an umbrella arrangement. The role is designed to provide specialist public health leadership and expertise aimed at improving population health outcomes and reducing health inequalities across Thurrock. The successful candidate will lead and support the delivery of healthcare public health programmes collaborating with NHS partners local authority services Integrated Care Board (ICB) colleagues and community stakeholders to develop evidence-based prevention-focused approaches that enhance health and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

Lead and deliver healthcare public health projects and programmes to improve health outcomes and reduce health inequalities.
Collaborate with NHS Primary Care Integrated Care Board (ICB) partners Integrated Neighbourhood Teams and wider stakeholders to develop prevention-focused initiatives.
Provide specialist public health advice and expertise to support commissioning service development quality improvement and policy implementation.
Lead on the commissioning monitoring evaluation and continuous improvement of public health programmes including NHS Health Checks.
Undertake Health Needs Assessments (HNAs) Health Equity Audits (HEAs) and contribute to Joint Strategic Needs Assessments (JSNAs).
Analyse and interpret complex qualitative and quantitative public health data to identify priorities and recommend evidence-based interventions.

Requirements

Substantial experience working in a public health role within a complex public sector environment.
Experience in developing and delivering public health programmes and projects.
Experience undertaking Health Needs Assessments and contributing to Joint Strategic Needs Assessments (JSNAs).
Degree in Public Health or a related subject or equivalent professional qualification.
Evidence of significant professional experience within a public health role.
Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to public health practice.

Additional Information

Working hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Civic Offices New Road Grays Essex RM176SL United Kingdom
Work pattern: Flexible and hybrid working available with a minimum of 2 days per week office working.
Payment schedule: Bi-weekly
Application deadline: 14th August 2026 apply ASAP.

Required Skills:

Lead and deliver healthcare public health projects and programmes that improve health outcomes and reduce health inequalities.

Required Education:

Lead and deliver healthcare public health projects and programmes that improve health outcomes and reduce health inequalities.

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