Community Health Improvement Locality Manager

Priority Candidates will be considered in the first instance

Wigan Life Centre South/ Borough Wide

Salary: Grade 9, £39,862 - £45,091 per annum.

37 hours per week

We're on a journey to build a workforce reflective of our Borough.

We are committed to fostering diverse teams where everybody can bring their authentic selves to work and feel that they belong. If you want to work for a Council where everybody is encouraged to meet their full potential and make a difference in our neighbourhoods, we would love to hear from you!

Your role:

You will lead a Be Well community health improvement team within a defined locality, working closely with public health teams, NHS partners, voluntary organisations and local communities. You will manage a team of frontline staff (inclusive of a Coordinator, Community Link Workers, Care Coordinators and Community Health Improvement Coaches) ensuring high-quality, accessible services that address local health priorities. The role focuses on reducing health inequalities at scale by influencing settings and driving behaviour change through evidence-based interventions. You will receive strategic support from senior public health leaders and collaborate across a strong partnership network.

About you:

You are an experienced and motivated leader with a strong background in public health, health improvement or community services. You have excellent communication and partnership skills, with the ability to engage diverse communities and stakeholders. You are confident managing teams, using data to inform decisions, and driving service improvement. You are adaptable, proactive and committed to reducing health inequalities. Flexibility is essential, and you may occasionally work within community settings to better understand and respond to local needs.

About us:

Wigan Council has been voted ‘Overall Council of the Year’ at the APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence) Awards. We are signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment ensuring that your service will be continuous or 'unbroken' between the supporting organisations.

The Progress with Unity plan is a place movement for change for the next decade, bringing a new era for Wigan Borough. It draws on the strengths of our individual organisations, recognising that together we can achieve much more for our communities by delivering on our 2 place missions; create fair opportunities for all children, families, residents and businesses and make our towns and neighbourhoods flourish for those who live and work in them.

We are a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. The Be Well Community Health Improvement service offers an exciting opportunity to make a real difference at a local level, supported by strong partnerships and a culture of innovation. We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development, and a role where your work has visible impact. Join us to help shape healthier communities and reduce inequalities.

Here at Wigan, we are proud to support flexible working patterns, when the service can accommodate this. We also take a blended approach to where we work, depending on the work we do. This may include working from home, the office, or the community. We like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits click here to find out more about working for #TeamWigan.

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For an informal discussion, or to find out more, please contact: James O’Neill James.O'Neil@wigan.gov.uk 07528085816

Interview date: Week commencing 27th July 2026

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child and adult barred list check

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