Public Health Specialist (Tobacco Control and Workplace and Employee Health and Wellbeing)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Public Health Specialist to help drive change and reduce health inequalities across Lambeth. A key focus of the role will be providing Public Health leadership on Tobacco Control and Workplace Health

About the role:

The successful candidate will apply their public health skills in a range of spheres and work with senior managers, elected members, and strategic and policy leads in the Council, NHS, communities and other statutory, voluntary and community organisations to improve population health and wellbeing and reduce health inequalities. Emphasis will be on taking a partnership approach to tackling smoking; as well working strategically to improve the health and wellbeing of employees in the borough. Areas of work may change over time.

The post holder will have experience of working in public health settings or similar with skills and competencies to lead on specific aspects of public health.

The post will provide development opportunities for people with post-MSc experience of public health who are interested in furthering their Public Health career.

As part of our passionate and friendly team, you will:

• Develop and implement impactful public health policies, strategies, and projects.


• Advise on cross cutting policies and programmes of public health relevance.


• Ensure evidence-based practices influence policy and strategy, particularly in relation to prevention.


• Advocate for the health of our community, valuing citizen input and promoting equity.


For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below

It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth's communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan 'Our Future, Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are 'connected by purpose,' in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were develop for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.

About the Borough:

Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.

With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.

We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including:

• Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.


• Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.


• Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.


• Hybrid Working.


• Employee Assistance Programme.


• Discounts at local restaurants.


• Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.


• Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.


• Cycle to Work Scheme.


• Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre. Trade Union Membership.


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  Recruitment Timelines:
  
  Closing Date: Midnight on Tuesday the 16th of July
  
  Interview Date: Wednesday the 31st of July