Public Health Graduate Trainee

Durham County Council • Full-time • Spennymoor, Durham, England, United Kingdom • £34,314 - £37,938 / year • 3d ago

Launch your public health career with a fully supported two-year graduate traineeship at Durham County Council.

About the Company

Durham County Council is a leading local authority committed to improving the health and wellbeing of its communities. Its Public Health Team delivers innovative, evidence-based programmes across local, regional, and national partnerships to tackle health inequalities and support residents. The council promotes equality, inclusion, and flexible working, and offers extensive professional development and wellbeing support.

About the Opportunity

The Trainee Public Health Practitioner post is a two-year, full-time development role starting in September/October 2025, aimed at Master’s-level Public Health graduates (within the last 5 years). Working under the guidance of senior public health professionals, you will lead on structured projects designed to make a real impact on health outcomes across County Durham. You'll gain experience in project delivery, evaluation, and cross-sector collaboration, supported by professional development opportunities and flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working.

Benefits include: