Local Authority Research Practitioner

Employer:

- Bracknell Forest Council
- Salary:

- £53,511 - £58,845 inclusive of London Weighting
- Location:

- Time Square, Bracknell
- Contract:

- Temporary
- Working Pattern:

- Flexible Hours/Full Time
- Hours:

- 37 hours per week.
- DBS Check:

- Enhanced
- Closing Date:

- 18/05/2025 at 23:59
- Reference:

- PL/25/311416

We have an exciting opportunity for a Local Authority Research Practitioner (LARP) which is a new post within our Public Health team.

At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependant on the needs of the service.

**About you...**:
As the Local Authority Research Practitioner, you will be a motivated and enthusiastic individual joining us to lead research across the council. You will influence the delivery of better value and improved outcomes through the use of evidence-based practice.

You will increase research capacity and capability through leadership, training and partnerships with academic institutions.

**About the team...**:
Working in Public Health at Bracknell Forest Council means being part of a friendly and dynamic team that values flexibility in working styles. We have a clear vision that Bracknell Forest is one of the healthiest places FOR ALL to live, work, study and play.

The team benefits from collaborative leadership and fosters good relationships across the organisation and wider system to really affect change. We are a small but energetic team that thrives on mutual support and effective teamwork.

**Key responsibilities...**:

- Assess current research capacity and capability within the organisation through engagement, research skills audits and mapping existing research activities.
- Build research capability and confidence by supporting senior officers to identify opportunities where research evidence would enhance decision making.
- Promote and advocate for robust research practices throughout service or programme development.
- Develop a council-wide research strategy, in collaboration with council officers and partners using best practice from other areas.
- Lead strategic collaborations with academic institutions, public health networks, voluntary sector organisations, and NHS partners to identify and secure external funding for public health research projects.
- Contribute to the national LARP network.

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**Our benefits...**:

- 28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.
- The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.
- Hybrid/flexible working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.
- An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.
- Local government pension scheme.
- Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
- Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
- A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.
- Sports and Social Club.
- Staff dental and health plans.
- Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. Supermarket discount.
- (pro rata for part time)

**Our values...**:
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.

**Our support...**:
**Interview date**:
Interviews will be held w/c 19th May and w/c 2nd June - dates tbc

**Want to ask us a question?**:
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Louise Duffy, Public Health Principal

Tel.: 01344 355184 or 07920 834899

No agencies please.

**Equal Opportunities**:
**How to apply**: