Public Health Practitioner

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Public Health Directorate and contribute to a wide range of projects across the domains of public health (Health Improvement /Health Protection/Healthcare Public Health). The post holder will work across the three counties of Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil and Rhondda Cynon Taf.

This post is a fixed term/secondment for 6 months (or until 31st March 2027) due to funding. In the interests of supporting NHS employees to maintain continuous employment, anyone wishing to apply for the post who is already employed within NHS would be offered the appointment as a secondment. Therefore, please seek approval from your Line Manager to be released for a secondment, before applying.

Main duties of the job

Specifically, you will play a key role in tackling health inequalities and preventing ill-health across our communities by helping to implement components of our work plan with key partners, in line with identified public health priorities.

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.

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If you're comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our 'Croeso Candidate' booklet below for more information.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Job responsibilities

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.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent

Desirable

• Master's in Public Health/Health Promotion

Knowledge

Essential

• Public health policy/strategies
• Basic knowledge of the health policy context for NHS and local partners
• Health determinants
• Knowledge of one or more health promotion programme areas

Desirable

• UKPHR Practitioner Portfolio
• Evidence of CPD
• Knowledge of public health models and approaches

Experience

Essential

• Post graduate work experience
• Experience of working with a range of partner organisations relevant to health improvement
• Experience in establishing new initiatives

Desirable

• Experience in health promotion/public health

Skills

Essential

• Project management
• Communication skills
• Multi-media presentation skills
• Research methods including data collection and analysis
• Training skills
• Standard IT skills

Desirable

• Welsh Language Speaking & Listening Skills (Level 3 and above/B2)