Description:

The role

The London Borough of Richmond upon Thames and London Borough of Wandsworth present a unique opportunity to support an apprenticeship position as a Community Health and Wellbeing Development Officer through a combination of academic study and work-based learning.

A key responsibility of this role will be to pursue a course of study for the Public Health (Integrated Degree) Level 6 Apprenticeship, offered by a suitable training provider, which is likely to be a university on a part-time basis commencing January 2022. You will spend at least 20% of your employed time completing training and learning activities to complete the Public Health (Integrated Degree) Level 6 Apprenticeship which is the standard required for registration as a Public Health Practitioner with the UK Public Health Register (UKPHR),

The role will support both councils to improve the health and wellbeing of the local populations of Richmond and Wandsworth. Our team covers programmes relating adults, older people, and prevention within our wider Public Health Team. We are a welcoming, with a learning approach. Within this role you will develop public health skills related to these areas, and a wide range of developmental opportunities is offered, that only a large organisation can provide.

We are looking for someone with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our team objective to achieve the best health outcomes for residents. The Community Health and Wellbeing Development Officer will have the opportunity to be involved in development and delivery of community action prevention and wellbeing projects and activity. The post holder will work with the local community to develop and deliver a range of health and wellbeing activities and prevention programmes based on evidence and community need.

In addition, we are looking for someone with excellent community engagement experience, motivation skills and communication skills. You will embrace diversity and be able to work and influence people from all walks of life.

Please see the job profile for a full list of requirements. You must be able to evidence that you meet the eligibility requirements. Please ensure that you have read the eligibility criteria in the Job Description & Person Specification.

For an informal conversation about the role please email Tamatha Macey at [email protected]

We recognise the importance of a good balance between work and home life so we do everything we can to accommodate working arrangements that will enhance your work-life balance. These include working from home/flexible working. Please just let us know in your application or at any stage throughout the process (and beyond) if these are options you would like to explore.

We also offer a generous holiday allowance of 39 paid days (pro rata) including bank holidays and a wide range of learning and development opportunities.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive range of staff benefits such as membership of the Local Government pension scheme, childcare vouchers, new technology scheme, interest-free loans on annual travel cards, discounts with many leisure activities, restaurants, shops, and other establishments.

Post source:theguardian.com

Poster's Information:

Name:LB RICHMOND UPON THAMES & LB WANDSWORTH

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