Public Health
Public Health Practitioner – Degree Apprenticeship
Wokingham Borough Council
Location
Wokingham
Postcode
RG40 1WR
Salary
£28,392 Per Annum (Pay award pending)
Duration
3 years 4 months
Hours per week
37h
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
BSc (Hons) Public Health
Start date
1 August 2026
Application deadline
2 June 2026
Vacancy reference
713433
About the role
Public Health Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship - a practice-focused, three-year undergraduate programme including work-based and academic learning. The role covers 'Healthy Behaviours', monitoring and promoting health and wellbeing to ensure fairer health outcomes between different communities and groups, and supporting protection measures to protect the public from environmental hazards and risks. The programme is delivered 100% online with day release, equivalent to one day per week throughout the duration. Successful graduates will be eligible to register on the UK Public Health Register as a Public Health Practitioner.
Requirements
96 UCAS Tariff Points. Minimum English and Maths GCSE at Grade C/4 or above or equivalent. Must not yet have undertaken any undergraduate degree and/or has not held professional registration (e.g. UKPHR, UKVRN). Ability to undertake an undergraduate degree in Public Health. Excellent team working skills. Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team. Must be a UK citizen OR EEA citizen for previous 3 years on 1st day of apprenticeship OR non-EEA citizen with UK government permission to live in the UK (not for education purposes) and resident in the UK for at least the previous year before the start of the apprenticeship. Access to transport to be able to move around the borough to visit partners and providers is required. DBS Check required.
Working week
Full Time, 37 hours per week, Fixed Term Contract – 3 Years + 4 months (40 months)
Skills
CommunicationInterpersonal skillsProblem analysisSolution focused thinkingTeam workingIndependent workingTechnical analysisStatistical analysisQuantitative analysisQualitative analysisProject managementEvidence assessmentService commissioningCommunity engagementHealth promotion
Required qualifications
Essential
GCSE · English · Grade C/4
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade C/4
Essential
UCAS Tariff Points · Any · Grade 96
Training & development
The Public Health Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship is a three-year undergraduate degree course that includes work-based and academic learning. The programme is delivered 100% online with day release, equivalent to one day per week throughout the duration. Learning is designed to fit around off-the-job hours. Formal course induction is week commencing 7th September 2026 (TBC) with modules commencing week commencing 14th September 2026 (TBC).
Future prospects
Successful graduates will be eligible to register on the UK Public Health Register as a Public Health Practitioner and complete the programme with a BSc (Hons) Public Health.
Company benefits
Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 25 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays. Local Government Pension Scheme. GP Helpline 7 days a week. Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline. Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines. Free Onsite Gym (located at Shute End, Wokingham). Salary Sacrifice Schemes including Car and Cycle to Work. Local & Lifestyle Discounts on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more. Move through Menopause Course. Sports & Social Group Activities including running, football, cricket, and more. Learning & Development Opportunities. Employee Networks.
Things to consider
Applicants should be prepared to undertake 3 years of study. The successful candidate should be available to start August 2026. If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. All offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. The Council reviews applications on a daily basis and reserves the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.
About Wokingham Borough Council
Wokingham Borough Council is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. The area comprises a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. Home to a range of high performing schools, international businesses and an incredible community. The Council has a strong local economy with accelerated growth, excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. Wokingham Borough Council has committed to becoming a Marmot borough to embed prevention, early intervention and address inequalities in all aspects of their work.
Contact name
Joseph Howorth
Contact email
joseph.howorth@wokingham.gov.uk