West Northamptonshire Council is recruiting a Maternity Cover Public Health Practitioner – Inclusion Health for a one-year fixed-term contract based in Northampton. This role offers an annual salary of £49,587–£52,860 and provides the opportunity to lead important public health programmes focused on mental health, suicide prevention, reducing health inequalities, workplace wellbeing, and supporting vulnerable communities.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
West Northamptonshire Council is dedicated to improving the wellbeing of local communities through high-quality public services. The Council promotes innovation, inclusion, collaboration, and professional development while delivering programmes that improve public health and reduce inequalities across the region.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver public mental health initiatives.
- Support suicide prevention programmes.
- Lead Inclusion Health projects.
- Coordinate workplace wellbeing initiatives.
- Develop targeted interventions for vulnerable communities.
- Reduce health inequalities across Northamptonshire.
- Provide operational leadership for the Violence Reduction Unit.
- Support Community Safety Partnership activities.
- Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners.
- Promote trauma-informed approaches to public health.
- Contribute to wider public health priorities.
- Ensure compliance with statutory public health responsibilities.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of two years’ practical public health experience.
- Experience delivering public mental health programmes.
- Knowledge of the Serious Violence Duty.
- Strong partnership working skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple public health projects.
- Strong organisational and leadership skills.
- Eligible to work in the United Kingdom (role not eligible for sponsorship).
- Ability to begin work with minimal supervision.
- Commitment to reducing health inequalities.
SKILLS REQUIRED
- Public health
- Mental health promotion
- Suicide prevention
- Inclusion health
- Community engagement
- Partnership working
- Project management
- Leadership
- Stakeholder management
- Health inequalities
- Communication
- Strategic planning
SALARY & BENEFITS
Details Information Position Maternity Cover Public Health Practitioner – Inclusion Health Company West Northamptonshire Council Employment Type One-Year Fixed-Term (Maternity Cover) Location Northampton, England, United Kingdom Salary £49,587–£52,860 per year Hours Not specified Working Pattern Not specified
Benefits
- Competitive local government salary
- One-year fixed-term contract
- Professional development opportunities
- Inclusive and supportive workplace
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- Career development programmes
- Local government pension scheme
- Flexible and collaborative working culture
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This role involves working closely with internal teams, NHS partners, community organisations, and local agencies to improve public health outcomes across Northamptonshire. The successful candidate will contribute to strategic programmes while supporting vulnerable communities through evidence-based public health interventions.
COMMON DUTIES
- Coordinate mental health projects.
- Deliver suicide prevention initiatives.
- Support workplace wellbeing campaigns.
- Reduce health inequalities.
- Lead partnership meetings.
- Develop community health programmes.
- Monitor project outcomes.
- Prepare reports and recommendations.
- Collaborate with local organisations.
- Promote public health improvement.
APPLICATION TIPS
- Highlight your public health experience.
- Demonstrate experience delivering mental health programmes.
- Include examples of partnership working.
- Showcase leadership and project management skills.
- Emphasise experience tackling health inequalities.
- Tailor your CV to the job description.
- Provide examples of community engagement.
- Apply as early as possible, as applications may close early.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit your online application with an up-to-date CV highlighting your public health experience, leadership abilities, and achievements in delivering community health programmes.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where is this role located?
The position is based in Northampton, England.
What salary does the role offer?
The annual salary ranges from £49,587 to £52,860.
Is this a permanent position?
No. This is a one-year fixed-term maternity cover role.
Does the role qualify for visa sponsorship?
No. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available.
What experience is required?
Applicants should have at least two years of practical public health experience, particularly in mental health and serious violence prevention.
What areas will I work on?
The role covers mental health, suicide prevention, workplace wellbeing, Inclusion Health, reducing health inequalities, and violence reduction initiatives.
When are interviews expected?
Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing 6 July.
Can applications close before the advertised deadline?
Yes. West Northamptonshire Council may close the vacancy early if a high number of suitable applications are received.
FINAL SUMMARY
The Maternity Cover Public Health Practitioner – Inclusion Health role with West Northamptonshire Council offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on local communities. With a competitive salary of £49,587–£52,860, professional development opportunities, and the chance to lead important public health initiatives, this fixed-term position is ideal for experienced public health professionals passionate about improving health outcomes and reducing inequalities across Northamptonshire.
