Senior Public Health and Communities Manager

Job description

Senior Public Health and Communities Manager

Salary

£64,532 - £71,349 per annum

Type of vacancy

Fixed Term

Work pattern

Full Time

Duration (Months)

9

Hours per week

37

Work Base

County Hall, West Bridgford, NG2 7QP

Working Arrangements

Hybrid

Job Description / Person Specification

Competency Framework

Number of posts

1

Interview date

13 October 2026

Closing Date

04 October 2026 23:55

Nottinghamshire County Council is dedicated to making a positive impact in our communities. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us in our mission to enhance the health and wellbeing of our residents.

Are you ready to lead and inspire? Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking a Senior Public Health and Communities Manager to cover maternity leave. In this pivotal role, you will provide expert Public Health advice and strategic leadership on the Best Start agenda. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our community members.

As the Senior Public Health and Communities Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Leadership: Guide the local health and wellbeing system with your expertise.
• Commissioning Services: Develop and implement services that improve outcomes for residents.
• Partnership Building: Foster strong relationships with senior staff, elected members, and external organisations.
• Performance Monitoring: Report on service achievements and address any issues affecting delivery.
• Team Management: Supervise and motivate staff to achieve high performance levels.

To succeed in this role you should possess:

• A postgraduate qualification in Public Health or a related clinical subject, or equivalent experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Public Health issues, ideally with experience in clinical services.
• Proven experience in commissioning and Public Health-related work.
• Familiarity with NHS operations and policies.

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Excellent Communication: Ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong skills in interpreting data and making informed decisions.
• Creative Problem-Solving: Innovative approaches to service improvement and challenges.
• Resilience: A commitment to achieving excellent outcomes for residents, even under pressure.

At Nottinghamshire County Council we offer:

• A Place to Belong: A friendly environment where everyone is valued.
• Flexible Working: Options to balance work and personal life.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and growth.
• Generous Leave: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample time off.
• Occupational Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our excellent pension plan.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community! If you are passionate about Public Health and ready to lead, apply now to join Nottinghamshire County Council as our Senior Public Health and Communities Manager. Together, we can create a healthier future for all.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Louise Lester on 01159773432 or by email [email protected].

This post is also available as a secondment opportunity to existing Nottinghamshire County Council employees. You must seek approval from your line manager before applying.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.