Do you have an interest in health and wellbeing as well as experience of under-represented Eastern European communities? This role is a great entry point for anyone with an interest in research as you will benefit from full training given by the University of Northampton and the Public Health team.

The position is based at One Angel Square / The Guildhall, Northampton, however,  the applicant may be expected to work at external sites, some homeworking may be available.

Please note this is a 12 month fixed term position from March 2023

If you have any questions relating to this role please e-mail: Carolyn Howe:Carolyn.Howe@westnorthants.gov.uk

This role will cover the West Northants area.

We offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, these include:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days annual leave per year, 28 days for senior managers (pro rata, depending on how many hours per week you work), plus bank holidays. An additional 5 days, linked to continuous service, and ability to purchase up to 6 weeks additional leave per year.
• Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health protection.
• Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more.
• Car Lease scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• A variety of flexible working options to support your work/life balance, including full or part time, term time, 9-day fortnight, etc. (subject to business needs).
• Our West Ways of Working – We want our workforce to thrive, and we equip our employees with the right technology to support hybrid and collaborative working, on or off site, depending on the role.
• Making a difference - If you want to use your skills and experience with an organisation that are genuinely invested in making a difference, are committed to improving people's lives, and whose success has a direct impact on the wellbeing of your family, friends and people in your local area, then West Northamptonshire Council is the place for you.

The council is in the process of implementing a new pay structure and terms and conditions which will be applicable to this role.  The outcome could result in a future variation to the advertised salary, and this will be discussed at interview.

Could you:

• Create links with Eastern European communities to understand their health and wellbeing needs, developing effective ways of engaging, influencing and negotiating with them?
• Use your strong IT, written and oral communication skills to collect information about their levels of health and wellbeing engagement to inform future services and improve public health outcomes for them?
• Gather and present complex information to both individuals and groups in a way they will understand?
• Follow procedures and practice while working independently?
• Lead task and finish groups and prioritise work across several projects?

It would be helpful if you have:

• A working knowledge and/or understanding of any Eastern European Language/s.
• Experience of working with health and/or Community Engagement.
• A good understanding of public health practice and/or health promotion.
• Any health care evaluation experience would be very welcome.
• A degree in a relevant subject or a professional qualification at similar level

We’re a new council, following one of the largest shake-ups in local government reform in recent history. As a new authority, we’re embarking on an exciting journey to deliver exceptional services for our residents, customers and communities.  

Our vision at West Northamptonshire Council is ‘to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit and thrive’. We truly stand by this and work hard every day to make this a reality. Our corporate values, THRIVE, stand for: Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate and Empower, they underpin everything we do and how we deliver services. 

At West Northants Council, it’s about our people. People who thrive with ambition, bubble with new ideas, demand better ways of working, caring about every detail, and who never shy away from a challenge. Our culture is a gateway for new experiences. A place to forge new opportunities. To empower you in your career and unite you with like-minded people.

When potential is unlocked, talent thrives.

Choose a career that offers you a true sense of achievement, fills you with pride and challenges you in a positive way, every day.

West Northants Council, where careers thrive.