Advanced Public Health Practitioner (Suicide Prevention)

Job Introduction

Job Title: Advanced Public Health Practitioner (Suicide Prevention)
Salary: £44,631- £47,552 per annum
35 Hours per Week
Location: Wildwood, Worcester
Team: Public Health
Permanent Contract

The Role:

Advanced Public Health Practitioner (Suicide Prevention)

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Advanced Public Health Practitioner to shape and support Worcestershire's suicide prevention agenda. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of local people by working across a wide range of organisations to reduce suicide, prevent self-harm and improve mental health and wellbeing outcomes for all ages. Part of the role involves working closely with the Integrated Care Board (ICB) to oversee and deliver a suicide prevention programme across Herefordshire and Worcestershire including delivery of the Orange Button Scheme.

Worcestershire is a fantastic place to live and work, with strong partnerships, ambitious plans and a commitment to improving health and wellbeing across the life course. You will work as part of a Public Health team committed to working with communities by taking asset-based approaches and involving those with lived experience.

The successful candidate will work closely with NHS partners, local authority services, community and voluntary organisations, education settings and people with lived experience to deliver evidence-based suicide prevention interventions and system-wide improvements. This will involve co-ordinating Worcestershire’s Suicide Prevention Partnership Group and Worcestershire’s Suicide Audit Group. You will undertake community interventions and joint public health working around a range of social factors such as domestic abuse, social isolation and workplace health.

This position is responsible for the management and oversight of a real time suspected suicide surveillance system and will be expected to lead on co-ordinating system responses in the event of possible suicide clusters. You will use public health intelligence, insight and engagement to identify need, reduce inequalities and support the development of effective prevention initiatives across Worcestershire.

The role requires a skilled practitioner who can work collaboratively and sensitively to influence partners, translate evidence into action and coordinate collaborative approaches to complex public health challenges. The post sits within and is supported by a wider Public Health Portfolio and contributes to Worcestershire's strategic ambitions to improve emotional wellbeing, build resilience and create supportive communities.

We are seeking someone with experience in public health, health improvement, mental health, commissioning or partnership working, who is passionate about improving population health and delivering meaningful change around suicide prevention. If you are motivated by prevention, partnerships and making a lasting impact, we look forward to hearing from you.

For further information please contact: Lucy Chick, Head of Service, Public Health lchick@worcestershire.gov.uk

Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Benefits:

You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage

• Worcestershire County Council - Why work for us?

Some of these offers include:

• Great Holiday Entitlement: As well as bank holidays, you'll get 26 days paid holiday (pro rata for part-time staff). This goes up to 31 days when you have been with us for 5 years. If you get more than 26 days where you work now, don't worry because if you join us without a break, we'll match your holiday up to 31 days. If you’re successful and want to take advantage of this do let us know!
• Brilliant Pension Scheme: The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is a nationwide, career average pension scheme and is a valuable part of the pay and reward package for employees working in local government.
• Professional Learning & Development: We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
• Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.

Equality & Diversity: The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: 21st September 2026
Anticipated Interview Date: Week Commencing 5th Octover 2026