Public Health Apprentice

Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.

Are you interested in a career in public health? We're looking for someone to join our Public Health Team and start building a rewarding career making a real difference to people's lives in Barnsley.

You'll be part of big changes in Barnsley, helping to make it the place of possibilities. We're committed to promoting wellbeing and tackling health inequalities in our communities.

You'll get involved in a range of interesting public health projects across Health Improvement, Healthcare Public Health, Health Protection, and our Public Health Nursing Service. This includes work to help residents improve their mental health and wellbeing, live healthier lives, and access the support they need. There may also be opportunities to work with some of our partner organisations across the wider public health system.

Main duties include:

· Supporting the delivery, evaluation, and reporting of programmes that protect and improve the health of Barnsley residents

· Helping to build community capacity for health initiatives and flagging concerns to colleagues

· Presenting health information to different audiences

· Following policies and standards, and helping colleagues meet requirements

· Taking on other duties as needed to support the team

What we're looking for

You'll be keen to learn, passionate about making a difference, and ready to work as part of a hardworking team that puts residents at the heart of everything we do. We welcome people from different backgrounds and experiences.

As part of the apprenticeship, you will be working towards a BSc (Hons) Public Health / Public Health Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship qualification, with one day a week set aside for your academic learning. To be eligible, applicants must not already hold a qualification in public health or a degree in any subject. Anyone currently working towards professional registration, such as UKPHR, is not eligible to apply.

We ask for a professional attitude and a willingness to learn and take responsibility.

As an apprentice with the Council, you'll be fully supported to develop your skills, experience, and qualifications.

Working arrangements: 37 hours per week. Minimum 3 days per week in the office. Flexible working is available. Location: Westgate Plaza, Westgate, Barnsley, S70 2DR

For more information on the course: https://courses.uwe.ac.uk/ST0631/public-health-practitioner

We'd welcome the opportunity to discuss the post with you. If you have any questions, please contact mandieolofinlua@barnsley.gov.uk