Director of Public Health

Join us in making Kingston a healthier, more resilient place to live!

We are looking for a dynamic individual to lead and shape the public health agenda for the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames. Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Adult Social Care and Health, you will be responsible for delivering against our Adult Social Care and Health vision, leading innovative health strategies, and championing health equity for our increasingly diverse population.

Prevention is a key corporate priority and as a key member of the wider leadership team, you will work alongside Members, Executive Directors, and Strategic Partners to deliver on this and our health and wellbeing priorities. You will be the key adviser on all health matters ensuring Kingston remains a resilient and healthy borough.

You will lead the development and delivery of public health strategies in line with Kingston’s corporate vision, ensuring the council’s statutory duties are met whilst overseeing the health protection, health improvement, and reduction of health inequalities across Kingston.

To excel in this role, you will need to be registered with the GMC or UKPHR, have experience in using resources creatively to address health challenges, and a proven ability to lead public health programs, manage public health risks, and deliver evidence-based health initiatives. You’ll be part of a supportive environment that values continuous learning and development.

If you want to lead an innovative, creative team in an organisation that is forward-thinking and ambitious about the impact of public health for its population, we want to hear from you.

Closing Date for Applications: midnight on Sunday 1^st December

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.