Public Health Specialist
| Posting date: | 26 April 2024 |
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| Salary: | £50,239.00 to £58,491.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £50239.00 - £58491.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 May 2024 |
| Location: | Maidstone, ME14 1XQ |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | F0096-24-0000 |
Summary
Purpose of the Job: Responsible lead for the development and delivery of Public Health programmes and services that are safe, of high quality, cost-effective, sustainable, improve the health of the population and reduce health inequalities in Kent. The primary focus of the role is on developing the Smoke Free generation, Stopping the Start plan in Kent County Council which supports the Tobacco Control agenda. To analyse patterns of health and disease and undertake annual needs assessment to inform and shape commissioning within Public Health Services and across agencies. To support the reduction of health inequalities with a particular focus on the Lower Layer Super Output Areas (LSOAs) To contribute to the implementation of the transformation of health and social care in Kent Main duties and responsibilities: Ensure that the objectives set in the County Council approved public health strategies and action plans are met and prepare reports to influence discussion and strategic decision-making. Develop, lead and manage multi-agency partnerships across the health and care economy in delivering programmes and services across the three domains of public health. Use the application of analytical, evaluative judgements and interpretive thinking to find solutions to public health issues. Proactively identify viable partnership options and establish collaborative working options to find practical actions and deliver strategic input to reduce health inequalities in Kent. Provide public health advice for a portfolio of commissioned services ensuring the implementation of strategic priorities of KCC and the wider Health and social care system. Work with internal and external stakeholders to focus on required outcomes and work with the wider public health team to assure quality in all public health services. Undertake qualitative and quantitative analysis and modelling [including health economics] to appraise programmes being planned or implemented and assist colleagues in the planning of evaluations for new programmes. Develop and motivate staff in accordance with KCC policies and procedures through day-to-day support and supervision in order to deliver a high-quality service. To develop public health capacity by raising awareness of the contribution to public health skills and knowledge in partner organisations and the local and wider public health community, including the local authority and voluntary sector, contributing to teaching, supervising, and assessing those training and working in the public health system. Contribute to the development of service specifications and performance management indicators as required for the procurement of Public Health programmes and services in Kent. Work with internal and external stakeholders to focus on required outcomes. Aanalyse patterns of health and disease and undertake annual needs assessment, health equity audits, service reviews and evaluations to inform and shape commissioning within Public Health Services and across agencies and the JSNA. Provide timely and accurate information and produce reports to inform and influence discussion and strategic decision-making. Work alongside Directors and Consultants in Public Health to work with the respective Boards, partner agencies, and central government on the delivery and outcomes of Public Health programmes and services influencing the national agenda. Contribute to the national agendas working on behalf of KCC and the wider partnership arrangements, demonstrating a good understanding of the political environment and application of concepts and principles. Work in liaison with borough and district Councils to provide system leadership. This job description is provided to assist the job holder to know what his/her main duties are. It may be amended from time to time without change to the level of responsibility appropriate to the grade of post. Footnote: This job description is provided to assist the job holder to know what their main duties are. It may be amended from time to time without change to the level of responsibility appropriate to the grade of post.