Public Health Officer-Community Safety

Pay Level: 7 £41,873 to £47,238 (Inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance of £1096) Contract Type: Fixed-term contract 18 months Working Hours: 37 Location: Slough, Berkshire/Hybrid DBS requirement: Enhanced The closing date for applications is midnight on Friday, 31st October 2025 Interviews will be held week commencing 10th November 2025 What you’ll be doing: Are you passionate about using data and intelligence to make communities safer? We are looking for a Public Health Intelligence Officer - Community Safety to join our team and play a pivotal role in tackling crime and improving safety across Slough. Working at the heart of the Safer Slough Partnership, you will use your analytical skills to turn data into insight, helping shape evidence-led strategies and interventions on key issues such as domestic abuse, serious violence, VAWG, and anti-social behaviour. This is an exciting opportunity to influence decision-making, collaborate with a wide range of partners, and ensure our approaches to community safety are firmly rooted in evidence and impact. Our Council: Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and our environment, and we would love you to join us in our mission! All of our employees, whatever their job, contribute greatly to delivering services to local people - either directly, or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and are continuously striving for our residents to enjoy fulfilling prosperous and healthy lives. What we offer: We offer a supportive place to grow and develop your career with a real opportunity for your input to be valued and heard. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever and you will join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive. At Slough Borough Council, we understand that everyone has different needs and circumstances. That's why we're committed to offering flexible and hybrid working arrangements that help you achieve the best work-life balance and accommodate different working patterns. Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1st April each year, subject to six months service in the post, until the maximum spinal column point of the level has been reached. The payment of annual increments is not automatic and is subject to satisfactory performance as assessed by your Director. Alongside a competitive salary, we provide: 26 days annual leave (not including Bank holidays), rising to 30 days between 2 - 5 years' service and 33 days after 5 years' service. The Local Government Pension Scheme We offer a wider range of great benefits, including: Flexible and hybrid working options to promote work-life balance Slough Borough Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. Our commitment to equality and diversity through our vibrant employee networks: R.E.A.C.H (Race Equality and Celebrating Heritage) Network - celebrating cultural diversity and promoting racial equality Women's Network - supporting career development and workplace equality for women Employees with Disabilities Forum - advocating for accessibility and inclusion LGBTQIA Network - fostering an inclusive environment for all colleagues Neurodivergent Staff Network - helping Slough become a place that truly reflects the needs of our ND staff. Wellbeing initiatives Tax-free childcare and childcare services Season loan ticket - to help with the cost of your rail / bus journey to and from work. Accessibility and Support: We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you have a condition that may affect your application or interview experience, please provide the following information in your supporting statement when applying: Do you have a condition that we should be aware of? How does this condition affect you in your daily work or interview situations? What accommodations do you need for the interview process or, if successful, in the role? What's the best time of day for an interview if you were shortlisted? This information will be treated confidentially and used solely to ensure we provide appropriate support throughout the recruitment process and beyond. Right to Work: All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please contact Recruitment@slough.gov.uk before submitting an application. Interested? We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer, and we encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We select staff on merit and foster a workforce that values people and represents the local communities we serve. We want our application process to be open and accessible. If you wish to make your application in an alternative format, please email Recruitment@slough.gov.uk quoting the job reference - our Accessibility Statement has more information. We want our application process to be open and accessible. If you wish to make your application in an alternative format, please email Recruitment@slough.gov.uk quoting the job reference - our Accessibility Statement has more information. How to Apply: Please click on the Apply button below to submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you! Join our team at Slough Borough Council and help accelerate our journey of transformation and growth! 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