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We are committed to the development of our workforce. This position is only available to applicants who already work for Surrey County Council. We thank you for your interest in our roles and would encourage you to review our vacancies which are open to all.
The starting salary for this 18 month secondment is £50,047 per annum based on a 36 hour working week.
'I have worked in Public Health Surrey for 18 years. In that time I have been given many opportunities to work in different topic areas and develop professionally. The team are welcoming, caring and supportive and are one of the reasons I have worked for Surrey County Council for so long.' Gail Hughes, Public Health Programme Lead.
We are excited to be hiring a new Public Health Programme Lead (Stop Smoking) to join our fantastic Health Improvement team. You will be able to work flexibly between Surrey County Council, partner offices and your home but will be expected to be in the office two days per week.
Rewards and Benefits
- 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
- Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
- An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
- Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
- Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
- A generous local government salary related pension
- Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
- 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year
- Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
About the team
The Health Improvement team is based in Public Health and Communities in the Adult Wellbeing and Health Directorate. We are supportive, motivating and encourage personal and professional development.
About the role
As the Public Health Programme Lead, your primary responsibility will be to collaborate with various stakeholders including residents, service providers, NHS partners, voluntary, and business sectors. Your focus will be on designing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating stop smoking services in Surrey. The aim is to effectively target communities with the greatest need for support in stopping smoking.
Your role involves engaging with stakeholders and the local community to tailor interventions that specifically address the needs of Surrey's smoking population. This includes identifying and implementing evidence-based strategies to reduce smoking prevalence and mitigate health disparities related to tobacco use. Additionally, you will play a crucial role in supporting tobacco control initiatives aimed at promoting smoking cessation and improving Public Health outcomes.
Collaborative efforts will contribute to the broader goal of achieving a smoke-free society by 2030, thereby enhancing the health and well-being of individuals and communities in Surrey.
This position requires close collaboration with the Senior Public Health Lead and Public Health Principal. Within this team, you will ensure that services and interventions are needs-based, address health inequalities, and are evidence-based. Monitoring the performance of the One You Surrey stop smoking service and supporting the wider system in engaging in smoking cessation and tobacco control activities and interventions are also part of your responsibilities, including managing a budget of over £1m.
You will work closely with stakeholders and partners locally and across the Integrated Care System to address nicotine addiction, including local interventions and the new Government Stopping the Start agenda.
Shortlisting criteria:
We're looking for someone with a passion for improving the health of our population with a focus on reducing inequalities. A creative thinker and strong communicator, with good project and budget management skills you will have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, in a fast-paced political environment.
To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:
- Degree in Public Health or a related subject
- Extensive experience in Public Health and leading the commissioning of Public Health services
- Extensive knowledge and experience in commissioning and working in the area of Tobacco Control
- Achieved or working towards Public Health Practitioner Registration
- Good project management skills
- Comfortable liaising and collaborating with a wide range of partners and stakeholders
Contact us
Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment.
For an informal discussion please contact Jenn Smith by e-mail at Jennifer.smith@surreycc.gov.uk
The job advert closes at 23:59 on 23.05.2024 with interviews planned for 30.05.2024.
We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.
Our values
Our values are as important as our abilities and shape who we are as an organisation. Discover more about our values.
Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description. Our Life at Surrey handbook also attached provides insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council.
Our commitment
Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where:
- The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
- The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form
Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
