Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Public Health Directorate and contribute to a wide range of projects across the domains of public health (Health Improvement /Health Protection/Healthcare Public Health). The post holder will work across the three counties of Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil and Rhondda Cynon Taf.

This post is a fixed term/secondment for 6 months (or until 31st March 2027) due to funding. In the interests of supporting NHS employees to maintain continuous employment, anyone wishing to apply for the post who is already employed within NHS would be offered the appointment as a secondment. Therefore, please seek approval from your Line Manager to be released for a secondment, before applying.

Main duties of the job
Specifically, you will play a key role in tackling health inequalities and preventing ill-health across our communities by helping to implement components of our work plan with key partners, in line with identified public health priorities.

You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents, or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac.

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If you're comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our 'Croeso Candidate' booklet below for more information.

About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Details
Date posted
12 August 2026

Pay scheme
Agenda for change

Band
Band 6

Salary
£40,559 to £48,841 a year
per annum pro rata

Contract
Fixed term

Duration
6 months

Working pattern
Part-time,
Flexible working

Reference number
110-AC186-0826

Job locations
Glanrhyd Hospital or Keir Hardie University Health Park
Tondu Road
Bridgend
CF31 4LN
United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents, or please click Apply now to view in Trac _._

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Degree or equivalent

Desirable

• Master's in Public Health/Health Promotion

Knowledge
Essential

• Public health policy/strategies
• Basic knowledge of the health policy context for NHS and local partners
• Health determinants
• Knowledge of one or more health promotion programme areas

Desirable

• UKPHR Practitioner Portfolio
• Evidence of CPD
• Knowledge of public health models and approaches

Experience
Essential

• Post graduate work experience
• Experience of working with a range of partner organisations relevant to health improvement
• Experience in establishing new initiatives

Desirable

• Experience in health promotion/public health

Skills
Essential

• Project management
• Communication skills
• Multi-media presentation skills
• Research methods including data collection and analysis
• Training skills
• Standard IT skills

Desirable

• Welsh Language Speaking & Listening Skills (Level 3 and above/B2)

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details
Employer name
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address
Glanrhyd Hospital or Keir Hardie University Health Park
Tondu Road
Bridgend
CF31 4LN
United Kingdom

Employer's website
https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Senior Public Health Practitioner
Glenn Little
glenn.little2@wales.nhs.uk