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Public health
Tackling Inequalities. Transforming Lives
Use your skills and insight to drive change and shape a healthier future for our borough.
Our Mission & The Journey Ahead
Designing a borough where everyone can thrive. Public Health in Dudley isn't just about managing the present; it’s about creating a healthier future. We are working across the system to tackle deep-rooted health inequalities, champion early intervention, and promote holistic wellbeing through initiatives like Healthy Dudley.
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To achieve this, we are taking our work out of the council offices and embedding it directly into the heart of our communities. We know that sustainable health improvements require genuine partnership, which is why we are committed to co-designing solutions alongside our residents, local businesses, and voluntary organisations. By listening to the people who live here, we ensure our interventions are not only evidence-based but culturally relevant and truly accessible to everyone.
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We are incredibly proud of the responsive, data-driven service we have built, but we are always looking at what comes next. We are pushing ourselves to develop sharper population insights, pioneer more creative community interventions, and build stronger cross-sector partnerships. When you join us, you aren't just maintaining the status quo - you are helping us redefine what effective, modern public health looks like.
A Culture of Bold Innovation and Growth
Data-Driven, but Human-Focused
We use advanced public health intelligence to map population needs, but we never forget the people behind the numbers. We are constantly challenging ourselves to translate complex data into highly targeted, compassionate community strategies. Here, you have the autonomy to test new ideas, measure their impact, and continuously refine how we serve our communities.
System-Wide Influence
Public health doesn't operate in a silo in Dudley. We are actively expanding our influence across housing, education, and social care to create a true "health in all policies" approach. You will be encouraged to aim higher, stepping outside traditional boundaries to lead collaborative, cross-sector projects that address the wider determinants of health.
Investing in Your Expertise
As we push to elevate our services, we invest heavily in the experts leading the charge. Whether you are an analyst, a health improvement practitioner, or aiming for consultant registration (UKPHR), we provide the mentorship, CPD opportunities, and flexible working environment you need to accelerate your career while delivering your best work.
Explore Our Core Delivery Areas
Public Health Intelligence
The engine of our strategy.Â
Join the analytical minds mapping health trends, managing the Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA), and providing the evidence base that ensures our resources hit where they will make the biggest impact.
Health Improvement
& Wellbeing
The driving force for healthy lifestyles.Â
Work directly on proactive campaigns and community interventions—from mental health support to smoking cessation and active living—empowering residents to take control of their health.
Health Protection
& Resilience
The shield for our communities.Â
Play a critical role in safeguarding the borough from infectious diseases, environmental hazards, and ongoing health threats, ensuring Dudley remains prepared, responsive,
and secure.
Strategy, Partnerships
& Policy
The architects of system change.Â
Collaborate with the NHS, voluntary sector, and wider council departments to embed public health priorities into the fabric of local government and
regional planning.
Ready to Shape the Future of Public Health?
We are looking for analytical thinkers, creative problem solvers, and passionate health advocates who want to aim higher. If you are ready to drive meaningful, borough-wide change in a council that truly values your expertise, your next career step is here.