Consultant in Public Health

As part of our efforts to do this we are now looking for a Consultant in Public Health, who can inspire and engage others, to deliver our vision to improve health outcomes and reduce health inequalities. Health improvement will be the cornerstone of your leadership portfolio and will be further shaped around your expertise, passion and the skill mix within the team.[INS: :INS]

As a public health leader you will combine your professional excellence with determination to deliver radical and sustainable impact on population health and wellness, working as part of a supportive Council with huge ambition. You will also have a key role in health and wellbeing partnership arrangements working across organisational and professional boundaries to stimulate commitment to public health outcomes and prevention as a core feature of public sector reform.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and forward-thinking public health professional to be part of a team leading a new and ambitious public health vision for Wigan and make a real mark in a Council with a strong national reputation.

Wigan Council has been voted 'Overall Council of the Year' at the APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence) Awards. We are signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment ensuring that your service will be continuous or 'unbroken' between the supporting organisations.

Wigan Council is a high performing, nationally recognised, council which has a strong track record of delivery. Through our Progress with Unity approach, our priority is to further transform the health and well-being of our population and improve health, care, wellness and opportunities across the borough via a collaborative insightful approach.