Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.
The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.
The Post
Health Improvement Delivery Specialist
Be part of a dynamic, innovative team working towards improving the health and wellbeing of Brent residents.
The postholder will work on a range of programme areas that are key to delivering the public health programme priorities to promote health and wellbeing and to reduce health inequalities.
The post holder will work on delivering projects around healthy eating and accessibility to healthy, sustainable, and affordable food. A key area of focus will be the Healthier Catering Commitment , which involves working with food businesses to make small changes to make their offer healthier.
The Person
Increasing participation in physical activity for non-active residents within the borough to support in improving health and wellbeing. This will involve working with a range of partners and residents in order to meet their needs.
Are you passionate about supporting local communities?
Do you have experience of working in public health or similar and working with the community?
Do you have knowledge and experience in health improvement, particularly physical activity and food systems?
Do you have experience in planning, coordinating and delivering community sessions?
You need to have good communication skills. Can you work well on your own initiative and as part of a team?
You also need to be proficient in use of Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
If this sounds like you…Get in touch!
Closing date: 26 May 2024 (23:59)Additional Information
If you are interested in applying for this job, please start by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. You must provide a supporting statement as part of your application that clearly shows how you meet the criteria on the Person Specification. We will accept a CV in support of your application, however, you should still provide a supporting statement.
Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.
We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found here.
Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.
As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including “non-visible” disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on recruitment@brent.gov.uk
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