Public Health Officer (Internal Candidates Only)

Job description

Job Description

This position is open to internal candidates only. Applications from external candidates will not be considered and will be automatically rejected.

Important Information for Current Barnet Council Employees

Employees who have access to Oracle are encouraged to apply via the Opportunity Marketplace (Internal Career Site).

About the Role
The postholder will provide programme support to the healthcare public‐health portfolio within the Live Well, Age Well team, working closely with the Public Health Strategist to deliver projects and priorities focused on equitable access, culturally responsive delivery and improving outcomes for underserved communities.

Supporting the delivery of the CVD Prevention Programme

Contributing to NHS Health Checks and equitable access

Supporting work on Diabetes Prevention inequalities projects

Delivery of Making Every Contact Count (MECC) programme

Supporting work on Dementia and Age Well programmes

About You
• Strong commitment to tackling health inequalities and promoting culturally responsive delivery

• Experience in project management to monitor progress, engage stakeholders and ensure quality outcomes for multi‐agency public health projects

• Excellent interpersonal and strategic partnership skills, with the ability to work effectively across organisational boundaries

• Strong understanding of population health, disease prevention, integrated care systems, and utilisation of effective healthcare interventions

• Adaptable and resilient in a dynamic environment with an outcome‐driven focus

What We Offer

31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

Work‐life balance options including hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working, and part‐time

Various lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, and energy suppliers

Payroll benefits such as cycle‐to‐work, eye care vouchers, travel, and gym membership

Excellent training and development opportunities

Employee well‐being training programmes and confidential employee assistance

All posts with the council are subject to a six‐month probationary period.

Barnet Council embraces all forms of flexible working and is committed to offering employees a healthy work‐life balance. Candidates are encouraged to discuss relevant requirements and preferences in interviews.

Barnet Council is a Disability Confident Committed Employer and welcomes applications of all abilities. Reasonable adjustments will be made throughout the recruitment process.

Barnet Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Barnet Council is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

27-06-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English