Consultant in Public Health - #196217

• Job Title: Consultant in Public Health
• Directorate: Public Health
• Salary: G12: £80,669-£90,720 plus local weighting £1096
• Pay Level: 12
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Working Hours: 37 per week
• Location: Observatory House/Hybrid
• DBS requirement: Enhanced
  
  

The closing date for applications is: 25th August 2026

Interviews will be held week commencing: 7th September 2026

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Consultant in Public Health to join our growing team in Slough. We are committed to working alongside our youthful and diverse community to improve health and reduce the stark inequalities evident in our town. Slough is a truly unique place with significant opportunities for improving health and wellbeing.

We are renewing our public health programme and need Consultant leadership and skill to drive the development of creative and innovative approaches to meet the needs of our population throughout the life course.

The successful candidate will be on the GMC or UKPHR specialist registrar or be within six months of registration and have a combination of technical and strategic skills alongside the ability to inspire and influence change across organisations. They will lead our health protection function and oversee delivery of prescribed services and health care public health. We work well with our partners, across the Council, in the NHS and the voluntary and community sector. We want to strengthen our work with our residents and are ambitious about designing bespoke programmes that deliver real results for our residents.

We offer excellent professional and leadership development opportunities as well as regular CPD.

Our Council

Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and environment. Every employee contributes to services for local people, directly or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and want residents to enjoy fulfilling, prosperous and healthy lives.

What We Offer

We offer a supportive place to grow your career, where your input is valued and heard. You will join a friendly, collaborative environment where ambition and innovation are encouraged.

We support flexible and hybrid working to help colleagues achieve a positive work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, recruit on merit and value a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1 April, subject to six months’ service and satisfactory performance, until the maximum spinal column point is reached.

Alongside a Competitive Salary, We Provide

• 26 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 days after 2 years and 33 days after 5 years’ service.
• The Local Government Pension Scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives and employee networks that help us celebrate and promote equality.
• Tax-free childcare and childcare services
• Season ticket loan to help with rail or bus travel to and from work.
  
  

Accessibility And Support

Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. If you need support during the application process or reasonable adjustments for interview, please contact our Recruitment Team: [email protected].

Information shared will be treated confidentially and used only to provide appropriate support throughout recruitment and beyond.

Our staff networks represent diverse colleague groups and help make the Council a place where people feel included and can thrive.

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Right To Work And Checks

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please contact [email protected] before applying.

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

How We Recruit At Slough Borough Council

Our 8 Core Skills

At Slough Borough Council, we are moving Forward Together. Our core skills reflect what we value and will form part of your interview.

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How To Apply

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