About this role
Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join Harrow Councils Public Health team as a Public Health Disease Prevention Nurse, playing a key role in improving the health and wellbeing of residents across the borough. Focussed on prevention rather than direct patient care, you will support the development of skills, confidence and capacity within primary care and adult social care teams to deliver effective lifestyle advice and Making Every Contact Count (MECC) interventions. Through this work, you will help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, prevent long-term conditions and encourage healthier lifestyles across Harrows communities.
As a specialist public health resource, you will lead the development, delivery and evaluation of evidence-based training, education and quality improvement initiatives. Working closely with GP practices, adult social care services and community partners, you will provide expert advice, support and guidance to improve the quality and effectiveness of the NHS Health Checks Programme and other preventative health programmes. By using data, research and best practice, you will help drive improvements in service delivery, address health inequalities and ensure that programmes meet the diverse needs of Harrows population.
Main duties of the job
This rewarding role offers the opportunity to influence positive change across the local health and care system and make a lasting impact on population health. You will work collaboratively with a wide range of partners to promote culturally competent, compassionate and evidence-based approaches to behaviour change and disease prevention. Harrow Council is committed to continuous improvement, professional development and delivering excellent services, making this an ideal opportunity for an experienced and motivated nurse who is passionate about prevention, partnership working and improving health outcomes for local residents.
We are committed to supporting your professional development. The successful candidate will benefit from regular professional supervision from an experienced clinician, access to ongoing learning opportunities, and support to maintain professional standards and practice.
In addition, applicants who are existing NHS Pension Scheme members may be able to retain membership of the Scheme, subject to NHS Pension Scheme eligibility requirements.
About us
Harrow Council is the 12th largest London borough and one of the most culturally diverse local authorities in the UK, making it a great place to live, work and visit with a range of cultures, religions and opinions that come together to produce high achieving schools and a close and friendly community. Located 10 miles from the city centre and just 13 minutes to Euston from Harrow & Wealdstone station there are great transport links via the Metropolitan Line, Watford DC Line and national rail service. It is easily accessible to the M1, M25 and A406.
Job description Job responsibilities
This is an exciting opportunity to join Harrow Councils Public Health team as a Public Health Disease Prevention Nurse, playing a key role in improving the health and wellbeing of residents across the borough. Focussed on prevention rather than direct patient care, you will support the development of skills, confidence and capacity within primary care and adult social care teams to deliver effective lifestyle advice and Making Every Contact Count (MECC) interventions. Through this work, you will help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, prevent long-term conditions and encourage healthier lifestyles across Harrows communities.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
The sucessful candidate will be able to: Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of the NHS Health Checks Programme across Harrow, helping to prevent cardiovascular disease and other long-term conditions. Support and develop primary care and adult social care staff to confidently deliver lifestyle advice and Making Every Contact Count (MECC) interventions. Act as a specialist public health nurse, providing expert advice and guidance on disease prevention, health improvement and best practice. Design, organise and deliver high-quality training, education and coaching sessions for healthcare professionals and partner organisations. Work collaboratively with GP surgeries, adult social care teams and community organisations to improve health outcomes for residents. Use data, evidence and insight to drive service improvements, measure impact and support informed decision-making. Champion preventative healthcare approaches that reduce health inequalities and encourage healthier lifestyles across diverse communities. Lead quality improvement initiatives, supporting providers to meet national standards and achieve positive public health outcomes. Promote culturally competent, compassionate and evidence-based behaviour change approaches that reflect the needs of Harrows diverse population. Influence system-wide change by building strong partnerships and strengthening the capacity and capability of the local health and care workforce.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name London Borough of Harrow
Address Harrow Council Hub
Forward Drive
Harrow
Middlesex
HA3 8FL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://jobs.harrow.gov.uk/careers-home/ (Opens in a new tab)