Director of Public Health

Director of Public Health, Lincolnshire County Council

This role provides an opportunity to shape the future health of one of the largest counties in England. As Lincolnshire's Director of Public Health, you would be a statutory chief officer and will have the platform, authority and resources to drive real change and champion better health outcomes for current and future generations.

At a time of significant transformation across health and care, you will play a leading role in creating and delivering Lincolnshire's Neighbourhood Health model, bringing together communities, primary care, local government, the voluntary sector and wider partners around a shared vision for prevention, population health and healthier lives.

This is a chance to leave a lasting legacy, building stronger, healthier and more resilient neighbourhoods across one of England's most distinctive counties. If you are an ambitious, influential and inspiring public health leader who thrives on complexity and wants to make a difference at scale, this could be the most important role of your career.

For more information about the role please contact Martin Samules, Executive Director of Adult Care and Community Wellbeing martin.samules@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Applications close on 8 November 2026.
Candidates shortlisted for assessment will be invited to attend a face-to-face Assessment Centre on Monday 23 November 2026.

Best of luck with your application.

Relocation support may be considered for the successful candidate in accordance with Lincolnshire County Council's Relocation Policy.

At Lincolnshire County Council, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a rewarding package designed to support your work–life balance, health and wellbeing, financial security, and career growth. Find out more about our offer to you in the attached brochure.

PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact recruitment@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A Smarter Working Employer

We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.

Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

Politically Restricted Position

Under The Local Government and Housing Act 1989, as amended by the Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act 2009, this post has been identified as 'politically restricted'. Further information on the Council’s Politically Restricted Posts Policy can be viewed here.

Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible – guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.