Health and Wellbeing Officer

About Us

North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Health and Wellbeing Officer to join our Mental Wellbeing and Community Development Team within the Health Improvement Service. The team works across systems and partnerships to improve population health outcomes, reduce inequalities and strengthen prevention.

In this role, you will lead the coordination and monitoring of the North Somerset Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2025–2028 and support delivery of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2024–2029. You will drive measurable progress, oversee monitoring and governance processes, lead key programmes and grant initiatives, and work collaboratively with partners to improve mental health outcomes and reduce health inequalities.

In this role, you will;

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, monitor and support delivery of the Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy and Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy
• Lead monitoring, reporting and governance processes, including six-monthly and annual reporting
• Develop and manage grant programmes, including initiatives to increase lived experience involvement
• Lead key programmes including a multi-agency network to improve men's mental health and wellbeing.
• Analyse and interpret data, health intelligence and insight to inform decision-making and service improvement
• Build and maintain strong partnerships across the council, health and care system, and VCFSE sector
• Support programme delivery, communications and stakeholder engagement activity
• Lead or support meetings, forums and multi-agency groups to strengthen collaboration and reduce inequality

Work Style

At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.

This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:

Flexible Worker

• 2-3 days in the office
• Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.
• Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.

About You

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about health improvement, prevention and reducing health inequalities, and who can work collaboratively across complex systems to improve outcomes for local communities.

Essential Criteria:

• Degree-level qualification in public health, health improvement or related field (or equivalent experience) .
• Experience of coordinating or supporting delivery of programmes or strategies in a health, wellbeing or public health context.
• Strong project coordination skills, including planning, prioritisation and monitoring progress.
• Experience of partnership working across organisations and sectors
• Ability to analyse and interpret data and translate findings into clear recommendations.
• Experience of monitoring and reporting processes, including producing high-quality reports and presentations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including working on complex or sensitive issues.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently and collaboratively, and deliver high-quality outputs.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and reducing health inequalities.

Desirable Criteria:

• Postgraduate qualification or professional registration in public health or related discipline
• Experience working in a public health or local authority setting
• Experience managing grant programmes or funding processes
• Knowledge of mental health and wellbeing policy and practice
• Experience of engaging people with lived experience in service design or delivery
• Experience supporting initiatives to reduce health inequalities

What We Offer

At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• Local Government Pension
• Opportunities for professional development
• Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums
• Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
• Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team
• Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes

How to Apply

If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

Contact Information

For further information about the role, please contact Helen Yeo, Mental Wellbeing and Community Development Manager at helen.yeo@n-somerset.gov.uk or 07385 378519

Important Information

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.

Interview Date: To be confirmed