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Public Health Apprentice Level 6

Derby City Council · Derby · posted 29 October 2026

Wage
£26,427 a year
Hours
37 hours a week
Duration
3 Years
Level
Degree (Level 6)
Standard
Public health practitioner - integrated degree (level 6)
Starts
18 January 2027
Closing date
9 November 2026
Positions
1

Apply on the official government service →No Apprentice League account needed — we never gate applications.

During the apprenticeship, you will work in the Public Health team and the Neighbourhoods team. You will gain working experience of a range of Public Health functions, such as prevention of ill health, health protection and health improvement, whilst also working with: 

  • Neighbourhood Managers and Neighbourhood Officers 
  • Local Area Coordinators
  • Public Health Knowledge and Intelligence team supporting neighbourhood profiles. 

You will support the planning, delivery, monitoring, evaluation, communication and engagement approaches to public health services, projects and programmes. Good communication, understanding data and the ability to engage with communities will be important skills to help achieve this. Across the three years in the Public Health team, the candidate will be supported to meet the learning objectives required for the apprenticeship. 

Your training

Training will be a blended with a combination of weekly workplace learning, online or on campus attendance with/at Coventry University.

Where it leads

Upon successful completion may lead to a permanent role, subject to available role at the time. 

About Derby City Council

We encourage applications from residents of Derby City and those who have lived experience or understanding of the needs of underserved communities. Please note that application numbers will be capped and if this is reached the applications will close.

If you have questions about the role we are offering 5 minute online conversations, if you would like to do this please email [email protected] for a booking link.

Who We Are
At Derby City Council, we're proud to deliver over 250 essential services that support our residents, communities and businesses. Guided by our vision to create an Inclusive, Green, Growing and Vibrant City, we put people at the heart of everything we do.

Our values shape how we work every day. We believe in Great People, One Team, we're Bold in embracing change, Strong in delivering for our communities, and We Care about making a positive difference.

Join us and you'll be part of an ambitious, collaborative organisation where you can develop your career while helping to shape Derby's future.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsInitiativepassionateCommunity SupportIndependent workingSelf motivation

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade C/4) — desired
  • GCSE Mathematics (grade C/4) — desired
  • A Level Any (except General Studies) (grade C/4) — essential

Where you'll work

  • The Council House, Corporation Street, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2FS

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