Public Health Strategist Officer (Early Years)
£44,184 - £53,919 per annum
Permanent - Full time

Join Newham's Public Health team and help improve outcomes for babies, children and families across the borough. This role will support public health programmes focused on maternity and the early years, contributing to the delivery of Newham's Health and Wellbeing Strategy and wider efforts to reduce health inequalities.

You will support the planning, development, implementation and monitoring of public health programmes, projects and services, working closely with maternity services, health visitors, early years providers, NHS partners, community organisations and council services. The role includes stakeholder engagement, project coordination, data analysis, performance monitoring and service improvement activities to ensure programmes are evidence-based, effective and responsive to local needs.

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in public health, maternity services, early years, children's services, family support or community-based programmes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about giving every child the best start in life and improving outcomes for Newham families.

Please note: hybrid working role.
Please attach your CV and supporting statement, explaining in no more than x2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. Failure to provide these would result in not being shortlisted.
For any queries on the role please email Kiana Bowden at Kiana.Bowden@newham.gov.uk
Interview will take place late November 2026.

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closing date: 8th November 2026

Additional Information

We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us.

The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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