Public Health Practitioner Graduate Trainee OCC608846 Oxford, England
Job description
Job details
Salary range: £33,820 - £36,298 per annum
Work location: County Hall, Oxford
Hours per week: 37 - we are open to discussions about flexible working
Contract type: Temporary for 30 months
Closing date: Sunday 2nd July 2023
Interview date: Wednesday 19th July 2023
Are you passionate about improving the health outcomes for the people of Oxfordshire?
We have an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic and committed individual to take up the role of Graduate Trainee Public Health Practitioner in our innovative public health team. The post holder will lead on specific project work across a range of public health topics to ensure they gain a broad understanding across all the domains of public health.
About us
This role sits within a dynamic Public Health team, committed to improving health outcomes for Oxfordshire. The council has strategic priorities of tackling inequalities, prioritising health and well-being, climate change and access to nature and green spaces which all align closely with the public health agenda.
It's an exciting time to join this team. You'll enjoy building positive working relationships with internal and external colleagues and key stakeholders.
About the role
This is a training role funded by Health Education England South East to grow a trained and diverse public health practitioner workforce. It is a 2.5 years’ fixed term contract, working towards Practitioner registration with the UK Public Health Register (UKPHR). The role will include:
- 1 day protected study day for the duration of the contract
- Support to undertake a structured development programme as part of this role, building on existing knowledge through further training and education to broaden knowledge, understanding and application across all domains of public health
- Opportunity to undertake placements and/or projects to gain a broad understanding across the three domains of public health
We would particularly welcome applications from people from ethnic minority groups to grow a diverse and representative workforce.
Please click here for further details about the Public Health Practitioner Graduate Trainee Programme
About you
You will be educated to degree or post graduate level in a public health or related discipline and prepared to undertake a structured educational development programme alongside delivery of public health programmes and projects.
Drawing on anchor institute principles as a local, large employer we are keen to recruit people from our local communities, therefore you will be someone who either has a working knowledge of the local geographic area or lives within the local geographic area. We welcome applicants who have experience or links with communities experiencing health inequalities across the local geographic area.
You will have the ability to undertake placements and/or projects to gain a broad understanding across the three domains of public health and be able to commit to completing all elements of the training programme, including undertaking projects, placements, full attendance at structured educational programme and completion of a portfolio towards professional practitioner registration with UKPHR through the 2.5 years contract.
Rewards and benefits
It really is true that every single job role here contributes to bettering the lives of the people in our county - we want to do this for our employees too. We are proud of our strong flexible working culture, including the opportunity for flexibility on working hours and the use of technology to support agile working. We offer some of the best learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.
We have a generous holiday allowance which rises as you remain in employment with us up to 33 days, as well as giving you the option to buy additional holiday. You will also have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 19.9% of your salary; a range of local and national retail discounts; and a host of enhanced family friendly policies including carers leave and paid time off for volunteering.
Would you like to know more?
Please click here to view the Job Description and Selection Criteria
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Jannette Smith, Public Health Principal [email protected]
Application Procedure
To apply, please complete an online application form by clicking either of the Apply Now buttons at the top and bottom of this advert. This includes a section asking you to explain how you meet the requirements of the job role and selection criteria, as specified in the job description. You may attach a cover letter and/or CV to your application form; however, it is not mandatory. Due to the specialised nature of the role it would help the panel if you address how you meet the criteria detailed in the job description as much as possible. You may use your cover letter to include any additional details you feel are relevant.
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Our commitment to:
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.
Our commitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes
As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.
Our commitment to:
Safeguarding
Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.
Our commitment to:
Flexible Working
We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.
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