Active Communities and Healthy Places Officer
This is a Fixed Term, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The role
We have an exciting role on offer within our Public Health as a Active Communities and Healthy Places Officer.
Are you passionate about creating healthier communities through physical activity and community sport? Do you want to help shape vibrant, inclusive spaces that support wellbeing across Middlesbrough?
We’re looking for an Active Communities and Healthy Places Officer to join our Public Health team. This exciting role will focus on working collaboratively with local organisations and community groups to develop and sustain opportunities for physical activity and sport, to reduce health inequalities and promote active lifestyles.
As part of our commitment to creating healthy spaces and places,
You will:
Build strong partnerships with community organisations, sports clubs, and local services.
Support partner organisations to develop and deliver sustainable physical activity initiatives that respond to local needs and public health priorities.
Identify and address barriers to participation and gaps in provision, that enable local groups to grow and thrive.
Contribute to funding bids, programme monitoring, and strategic development.
This role is central to our ambition to create healthy spaces and places across Middlesbrough, using a whole-system approach to tackle physical inactivity and persistent health inequalities.
We’re looking for someone who brings:
Energy, creativity, and a passion for community wellbeing.
A strong understanding of the role of physical activity and sport in improving health and wellbeing and reducing inequalities.
Experience of partnership working and community engagement.
Experience of working with individuals or community groups of all ages and abilities, with a person-centred approach.
Strong communication and partnership-building skills.
A commitment to reducing inequalities and creating inclusive, active communities.
Please note, this is a fixed term contract until 31st December 2027.
Why Join Us? This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in Middlesbrough. You’ll be part of a supportive team working to create lasting change through active living and community engagement.
If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!
If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please contact Scott Hydon on 01642 515625 or email scott_hydon@middlesbrough.gov.uk
Please note, Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.
The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.
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