Nottingham City CouncilFollowing the arrival of a new director of public health, the Nottingham City Council public health function was reviewed, re-professionalised and enhanced to grow to from five to 47 wte, with high levels of retention and job satisfaction, improved skillsets and better delivery of function.
There was significant turnover of experienced staff, the function was marginalised and unable to clearly demonstrate delivery of statutory functions, including supporting NHS partners. Through a focus on delivering the core functions on improving and protecting the health and wellbeing of the population, a revised structure focused on re-professionalisation, system working and creating a supportive and kind culture.
