This vacancy is only open to North Somerset Council employees and agency workers contracted to North Somerset Council.
About Us
North Somerset Council is committed to providing high-quality services to our community. We are committed to creating a fair, green, and more inclusive environment for all our residents. Join us and contribute to making a positive impact on our community.
The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Sexual Health Commissioning Manager to join our Health and Care Public Health team. The H&C PH team are responsible for the commissioning of public health services to support the population of North Somerset with the aim to protect health, support health and wellbeing and addressing health inequalities that exist.
In this role, you will be responsible for leading on agreed work streams relating to sexual health, the post holder will contribute to planning, commissioning, developing, implementing and evaluating of a range of health improvement programmes that promote health and wellbeing, protect health, encourage healthy lifestyles and reduce health inequalities.
You will work on an agreed programme of service improvements linked to key national and local planning documents relating to sexual health. They will be responsible for implementing and embedding new ways of working as appropriate and contributing to service improvements, managing and/or collaborating with team members, professionals and wider partners.
Key Responsibilities:
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Plan, commission, deliver and/or evaluate services within the healthcare public health service area, ensuring compliance with the priorities of the Council and alignment with the Joint Strategic Needs’ Assessment and Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2025-2029, to improve health and wellbeing and reduce health inequalities.
- Develop service specifications for relevant services based on analysis and interpretation of data, information, and published evidence, to determine programmes of intervention and support for population groups that address local needs.
- Commission public health programmes and services that enable and support people’s sexual health, in compliance with procurement regulations and performance and evidence frameworks, ensuring value for money.
- Contribute to the development of service improvements and relevant strategy within an integrated service plan.
- Inform and/or develop a range of service policies, procedures, projects or improvements in alignment with service strategies to improve quality and outcomes and recommend changes to Service Lead.
Valid driving licence and own transport, or be able to provide alternative, suitable method of travel is an essential condition for this role.
This position is currently based at our Town Hall, Weston super Mare .
Work Style
At North Somerset Council, we offer a hybrid working environment based on four distinct work styles. Depending on the role and personal circumstances, you will fall into one of these categories. However, please note that during the induction period, it may be necessary to spend more time in the office to support your learning and development. We are flexible and open to discussions about your preferred working style, and if you wish to be in the office more frequently, this can be negotiated.
This role falls into the category of Flexible Worker which means you can expect to work in the following way:
Flexible Worker
- 2-3 days in the office
- Works both from home and the office, depending on the task at hand.
- Training is provided to help balance work-life and manage time effectively, with an emphasis on communication for team touchpoints and planning in-office days for collaboration.
About You
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about Sexual Health and who possesses the following skills and experience:
Essential Criteria:
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Degree level or equivalent qualification. Postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline i.e. public health, healthcare.
- Significant post qualification experience in relevant work area to give knowledge and understanding equivalent to a further advanced qualification in the service area.
- Experience of successful service procurement and contract management in compliance with the relevant regulations and legislation.
- Experience in service development and embedding improvements into work methodologies.
- Practical experience of programme management, including establishing programme management arrangements, prioritisation and planning of complex activities, performance management and developing risk management strategies.
Desirable Criteria:
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Experience of working as part of a system level commissioning model delivering integrated sexual health provision
- Experience of managing Primary Care commissioned public health services.
What We Offer
At North Somerset Council, we value our employees and provide a supportive and inclusive work environment. We offer:
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Competitive salary and benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- Local Government Pension
- Opportunities for professional development
- Inclusive Staff groups including Carers, Disabled, LGBTQ+, REACH (Race, Ethnicity, and Cultural Heritage), and Young Staff Forums
- Opportunity to purchase up to an additional 10 days annual leave each year
- Dedicated in house Wellbeing Team
- Salary sacrifice Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes
How to Apply
If you share our vision and values and are ready to make an impact to North Somerset, please select the apply online. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application by 11.59pm on the application closing date. When completing our online application form, please detail how you meet the essential criteria for the role.
Contact Information
For further information about the role, please contact
Rebecca Keating Service Leader Health & Care Public Health, at
[email protected] or
07766 366 121.
Important Information
As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job role.
Interview Date: Tuesday 11 August 2026
Please note: We are currently only able to accept applications from candidates who have full permission to work in the UK and are unable to provide Sponsorship for this role.
Equal Opportunities
At North Somerset Council we want all our employees to feel valued and appreciated. We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and prevent discrimination irrespective of your sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, race, age, disability, including neurodiversity, if you are married or in a civil partnership or are pregnant or currently on maternity leave. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early or extend the closing date depending on the number of applications received.
