Deputy Director of Public Health

Deputy Director of Public Health
Full time (10 PA, including up to 2 SPA)
Permanent
Salary Scale -
Medical and dental contract: £115,331 - £153,247 per annum (pro rata if part time)
AFC contract: Band 9 £127,521 - £133,044 per annum (pro rata if part time)

Looking for a new and exciting challenge? Then think about working in NHS Forth Valley in the heart of Scotland.

NHS Forth Valley seeks to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team in the post of Deputy Director of Public Health. Applicants with the essential selection criteria are welcome to apply who are currently working out with NHS Scotland.

The Directorate plays a key role in NHS Forth Valley by promoting and protecting population health across the region. It works collaboratively with internal teams and external partners, including Health and Social Care Partnerships, Local Authorities, Primary Care, Police Scotland, the Third Sector, and maintains strong ties with the University of Stirling.
The post is offered on a 1.0 WTE basis (i.e. 10 Programmed Activities per week which equates to 40hrs) or 36hrs per week (if Agenda for Change contract).

You can look forward to a warm welcome and strong support from colleagues. Our health board is situated in the heart of Scotland, nestled against the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, and close to vibrant towns that are richly endowed with excellent cultural and sporting facilities, offering good transport links to Edinburgh and Glasgow.

Applicants are encouraged to visit the Public Health Department and meet key staff. Informal enquiries should be directed by telephone to Dr Jennifer Champion, Director of Public Health on .
Applicants must have full GMC registration and a licence to practise or equivalent for non-medical applications. Applicants will be in possession of Membership of the Faculty of Public Health or equivalent. Applicants must be included in the GMC Full and Specialist Register with a license to practice/GDC Specialist List or inclusion in the UK Public Health Register (UKPHR) for Public Health Specialists at the point of application.
Applicants are required to have evidence of recent continued academic and professional development. Excellent communication, listening and organisational skills are essential.

Closing date: 27th September 2026

Interview date: 22nd October 2026

Engagement event: 20th October 2026

Please quote reference number 256690 on all correspondence.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.