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This is an exciting opportunity to lead a pioneering programme designed to improve children’s health and wellbeing through targeted, place‑based action around schools and their surrounding neighbourhoods. The HSN approach brings together residents, schools, local services, and Council teams to shape healthier, safer and more connected environments for children and families.
Job Responsibility:
Lead, develop and deliver the HSN programme across selected areas of Buckinghamshire
Manage the full programme cycle, including planning, implementation, partnership management, performance monitoring and evaluation
Line manage the HSN Project Officer and ensure effective staff development
Build strong partnerships with schools, internal Council teams (e.g., Transport, Planning, Road Safety, Education) and external stakeholders
Lead resident and stakeholder engagement, using local insight to shape neighbourhood action plans
Commission and oversee interventions, ensure high‑quality delivery, and monitor progress and impact
Manage programme budgets, ensuring effective resource allocation and value for money
Prepare clear reports, business cases and recommendations to support strategic decision‑making
Support long‑term integration of HSN principles into wider Council policy and practice
Requirements:
Substantial experience in public health or related fields
Strong understanding of the wider determinants of health and/or healthy place shaping
Experience leading complex multi‑agency or place‑based programmes
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and partnership‑building skills
Strong project and budget management capability
Experience of staff management and development
Ability to analyse and interpret data to inform decision‑making
Strategic awareness and the ability to navigate complex organisational and political environments
A degree in a relevant field and either a postgraduate qualification in Public Health (or related discipline) or at least three years’ public health‑related experience
A full driving licence
What we offer:
Flexible working arrangements
Supportive team culture and opportunities for professional development
The chance to lead an innovative and high‑profile programme with real impact for Buckinghamshire’s children and communities
a fair and inclusive culture
the chance to really make a difference to those around you
health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops
a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group
ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us
opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events
discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme