Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Local Authority Research Practitioner (LARP) which is a new post within our Public Health team.
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependant on the needs of the service.
Local Authority Research Practitioners (LARPs) work with their councils to make the most of research. They look at what research is already happening, figure out what needs to be done next, help different teams apply for money to fund research, and teach staff how to do quality research.
As the Local Authority Research Practitioner, you will be a motivated and enthusiastic individual joining us to lead research across the council. You will influence the delivery of better value and improved outcomes through the use of evidence-based practice.
You will increase research capacity and capability through leadership, training and partnerships with academic institutions.
Main duties of the job
Key responsibilities...
- Assess current research capacity and capability within the organisation through engagement, research skills audits and mapping existing research activities.
- Build research capability and confidence by supporting senior officers to identify opportunities where research evidence would enhance decision making.
- Promote and advocate for robust research practices throughout service or programme development.
- Develop a council-wide research strategy, in collaboration with council officers and partners using best practice from other areas.
- Lead strategic collaborations with academic institutions, public health networks, voluntary sector organisations, and NHS partners to identify and secure external funding for public health research projects.
- Contribute to the national LARP network.
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About us
Working in Public Health at Bracknell Forest Council means being part of a friendly and dynamic team that values flexibility in working styles. We have a clear vision that Bracknell Forest is one of the healthiest places FOR ALL to live, work, study and play.
The team benefits from collaborative leadership and fosters good relationships across the organisation and wider system to really affect change. We are a small but energetic team that thrives on mutual support and effective teamwork.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Bracknell Forest Council has an exciting role for a motivated and enthusiastic officer to
promote and support research across the Council, influencing the delivery of better value and
improved outcomes through the use of evidence-based practice.
The Local Authority Research Practitioner (LARP) is a new post within the Public Health team
at Bracknell Forest. The LARP postholder will support Bracknell Forest Council to increase
research capacity through training, partnerships with academic institutions, and collaboration
with public health data analysts and the behavioural insights Lead, promoting a systematic
approach to research across the organisation.
Local Authority Research Practitioners (LARPs) work with their councils to make the most of
research. They look at what research is already happening, figure out what needs to be done
next, help different teams apply for money to fund research, and teach staff how to do quality
research.
The postholder will have a strong background in research and developing a research culture
within an organisation with experience of leading research team(s) or department(s) and
related strategies. The LARP will work closely alongside, and collaborate with, colleagues in
existing research-related roles, such as our Behavioural Insights Practitioner and Public
Health data analyst. The LARP post will therefore help to expand, and give greater presence
to, the wider local health intelligence function.
As this is a new post, the postholder has an opportunity to shape it to support the objectives
of building capacity and capability within the organisation. The LARP postholder will therefore
be self-motivated with the ability to plan and progress own workload and achieve
demonstrable outcomes.
The post will influence strategic decision-making by providing evidence-based insights and
supporting the implementation of research findings into policy and practice
Job description
Job responsibilities
Bracknell Forest Council has an exciting role for a motivated and enthusiastic officer to
promote and support research across the Council, influencing the delivery of better value and
improved outcomes through the use of evidence-based practice.
The Local Authority Research Practitioner (LARP) is a new post within the Public Health team
at Bracknell Forest. The LARP postholder will support Bracknell Forest Council to increase
research capacity through training, partnerships with academic institutions, and collaboration
with public health data analysts and the behavioural insights Lead, promoting a systematic
approach to research across the organisation.
Local Authority Research Practitioners (LARPs) work with their councils to make the most of
research. They look at what research is already happening, figure out what needs to be done
next, help different teams apply for money to fund research, and teach staff how to do quality
research.
The postholder will have a strong background in research and developing a research culture
within an organisation with experience of leading research team(s) or department(s) and
related strategies. The LARP will work closely alongside, and collaborate with, colleagues in
existing research-related roles, such as our Behavioural Insights Practitioner and Public
Health data analyst. The LARP post will therefore help to expand, and give greater presence
to, the wider local health intelligence function.
As this is a new post, the postholder has an opportunity to shape it to support the objectives
of building capacity and capability within the organisation. The LARP postholder will therefore
be self-motivated with the ability to plan and progress own workload and achieve
demonstrable outcomes.
The post will influence strategic decision-making by providing evidence-based insights and
supporting the implementation of research findings into policy and practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post Graduate qualification reflecting strong research skills OR equivalent
- experience of conducting research (ideally in a health related field on the wider determinants of health).
- Degree in public health or health related field.
Desirable
- Masters in Public Health, Research methods or related subject.
- Project management qualification.
- Demonstrable commitment to continuous professional development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post Graduate qualification reflecting strong research skills OR equivalent
- experience of conducting research (ideally in a health related field on the wider determinants of health).
- Degree in public health or health related field.
Desirable
- Masters in Public Health, Research methods or related subject.
- Project management qualification.
- Demonstrable commitment to continuous professional development.
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.
