Job summary
We are looking for a Senior Principal Public Health Practitioner who will take an active leadership role within the Health Board's Immunisation service.
Working closely with the Head of Immunisation service and Public Health Team, the post holder will be responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of the Health Board's vaccine equity strategy as outlined in the National Immunisation Framework for Wales. It will involve working with specific target groups in a range of settings and in partnership with local communities and partner organisations to improve vaccination literacy and reduce vaccine hesitancy amongst our population.
The post holder will provide specialist advice and support on the development of public health/health promotion programmes in relation to immunisations and support community health development approaches and initiatives to address health inequalities.
The role will involve engagement of stakeholders and partner agencies, aligning the delivery of the Health Board's strategic objectives, including the achievement of financial balance.
Main duties of the job
- Senior strategic role that requires the post holder to work across the HB footprint, building and delivering a transformational systems-wide approach to a range of topics that impact health outcomes.
- Lead the development of effective strategic partnerships and networks with relevant statutory, voluntary and private sector organisations at a local and regional level, to plan cohesively for measurable improvements in health and wellbeing outcomes across Swansea Bay.
- Design and delivery of key strategic plans across partnerships and advises and supports partners in the development and implementation of effective approaches to improving and protecting the health of the local population and address health inequalities.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Leading, planning, implementing and evaluating a range of public health/ health improvement programmes in line with the National Immunisations Framework and Population Health Strategy.
- Leadership and direction for partnership programmes and initiatives to promote health and wellbeing across all sectors.
- Provide highly specialised technical public health advice and expertise in the development and implementation of public health / health improvement strategies, policies and practice, with a particular emphasis on systems working.
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.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Leading, planning, implementing and evaluating a range of public health/ health improvement programmes in line with the National Immunisations Framework and Population Health Strategy.
- Leadership and direction for partnership programmes and initiatives to promote health and wellbeing across all sectors.
- Provide highly specialised technical public health advice and expertise in the development and implementation of public health / health improvement strategies, policies and practice, with a particular emphasis on systems working.
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.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Masters in Public Health to include a module in health promotion theory and practice or evidence of equivalent professional qualification.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Registered, or working towards registration as a Public Health Practitioner on the UKPHR.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a senior role in Public Health/ Health Promotion (equivalent to Principal Practitioner level)
- Substantial direct experience working with diverse senior professional and managerial groups across a range of organisations and professional disciplines.
- Extensive experience of staff, stakeholder and public engagement and / or involvement.
Desirable
- Experience of working with the main partner organisations especially local government, understanding the environmental and political context in which they operate.
- Quantitative and/ or qualitative research
- Experience of leading/ developing and implementing varied Public Health/ Health Promotion initiatives.
Aptitude
Essential
- Extensive practical and theoretical knowledge of public health practice, health promotion models and community development.
- Understanding of the determinants of health and health inequalities.
- Proven ability to work successfully with diverse professional partners across a range of organisations.
Desirable
Other
Essential
- The ability to travel between sites in a timely manner to fulfil the requirements of the post.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Masters in Public Health to include a module in health promotion theory and practice or evidence of equivalent professional qualification.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Registered, or working towards registration as a Public Health Practitioner on the UKPHR.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a senior role in Public Health/ Health Promotion (equivalent to Principal Practitioner level)
- Substantial direct experience working with diverse senior professional and managerial groups across a range of organisations and professional disciplines.
- Extensive experience of staff, stakeholder and public engagement and / or involvement.
Desirable
- Experience of working with the main partner organisations especially local government, understanding the environmental and political context in which they operate.
- Quantitative and/ or qualitative research
- Experience of leading/ developing and implementing varied Public Health/ Health Promotion initiatives.
Aptitude
Essential
- Extensive practical and theoretical knowledge of public health practice, health promotion models and community development.
- Understanding of the determinants of health and health inequalities.
- Proven ability to work successfully with diverse professional partners across a range of organisations.
Desirable
Other
Essential
- The ability to travel between sites in a timely manner to fulfil the requirements of the post.
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).
