Sirona care & health CIC

Accessible Communications and Engagement Assistant

The closing date is 10 March 2026

Job summary

Our vision is for Improved Outcomes for All; working with people to help them achieve their goals and what matters to them, which is why we are so committed to making sure our services are accessible to all, so everyone has the opportunity to enjoy the best health and wellbeing they can.

You will work to help Sirona care & health meet the Accessibility Information Standard. This includes publishing accessibility statements, improving services and explaining how accessible our websites are.

The Accessible Communications & Engagement Assistant role sits within Sirona's Communications team. You will work across the organisation and so the successful applicant will also have a strong strategic connection to the Partnerships and Community Development team and Head of Patient Experience.

You will be managed by our Accessible Communications & Engagement Lead and oversee the production of patient and service user information, in print and digital formats.

You will support the Accessible Information Steering Group to ensure accessibility needs are met across all communications channels, including our Electronic Patient Records systems.

And also support the Accessible Information Steering Group Lead and the Digital and Publications Lead to ensure the published accessibility statement for our websites is regularly reviewed and updated.The postholder will need to be highly credible and confident and be able to work with a wide range of colleagues.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will support:

Development and delivery of Sirona care & health's accessibility strategy
Staff training on the Accessible Information Standards Policy
Administration of the Accessible Information Steering Group
Production of all accessible information - in print and digital formats - to be in Plain Language, confident in using co-production techniques, and producing Easy Read formats
Governance and management of all accessible information
Campaigns activity that champions People's Experience (e.g. Carer's Week, Learning Disability Week).

In addition the postholder will support the translation and interpreting contract, will undertake any other reasonable duties as required for the role, and follow all communications team procedures and protocols.

About us

Ever dreamt about a career that sparks excitement and fosters your professional growth? Picture yourself waking up eager to make a real difference in our community, surrounded by teams who value your unique ideas.

We are Sirona care & health - England's largest provider of Adult's and Children's Community Services and we'd love for you to join us in Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire.

Agenda for Change Salary, full NHS benefits, 27+ days' annual leave, and participation in the NHS Pension Scheme - just a glimpse of the benefits you'll receive.

We welcome and encourage all applicants. We are committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities we support and are proactively seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce. We know diversity fosters creativity and innovation.

We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We aim to draw upon the widest possible range of views and experiences to meet the changing needs of our colleagues, partners and communities we serve.

Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare, looking for a fresh challenge within the NHS, or contemplating a career change, don't be daunted by the prospect of something different - we create development opportunities for all our colleagues and apprentices.

Interested? View our benefits leaflet which you can find attached to this vacancy.

Date posted

25 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

083-7697660-HO

Job locations

Sirona care & health Badminton Road Office

2nd Floor, Badminton Road

Yate

BS37 5AF

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities before applying for this position.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role and can only accept applications from UK based applicants.

If you are currently requiring a visa to work in the UK, there must be a minimum of 12 months from your start date until the expiry date, please disclose your expiry date in your application.

If you refer to qualifications or employment within your supporting statement, that has not been included in your Qualifications, Training or Employment History, this information may be discounted.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities before applying for this position.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role and can only accept applications from UK based applicants.

If you are currently requiring a visa to work in the UK, there must be a minimum of 12 months from your start date until the expiry date, please disclose your expiry date in your application.

If you refer to qualifications or employment within your supporting statement, that has not been included in your Qualifications, Training or Employment History, this information may be discounted.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to A-level of equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of design and print production techniques

Desirable

Knowledge of the Accessible Information Standard

Skills

Essential

Excellent writing and proof reading skills and the ability to convey messages to a variety of audiences, including those with visual, hearing or physical impairments
Keyboard skills for publications, presentations and processing documents
Able to manage own workload and make decisions on competing priorities

Experience

Essential

Experience of producing engaging digital content including videos and infographics

Desirable

Previous experience of delivering accessible communications
Experience in a similar role

Personal attributes

Essential

Committed to supporting high-quality patient and service user care and experience

Desirable

Holds a full UK drivers license and has access to a vehicle

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to A-level of equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of design and print production techniques

Desirable

Knowledge of the Accessible Information Standard

Skills

Essential

Excellent writing and proof reading skills and the ability to convey messages to a variety of audiences, including those with visual, hearing or physical impairments
Keyboard skills for publications, presentations and processing documents
Able to manage own workload and make decisions on competing priorities

Experience

Essential

Experience of producing engaging digital content including videos and infographics

Desirable

Previous experience of delivering accessible communications
Experience in a similar role

Personal attributes

Essential

Committed to supporting high-quality patient and service user care and experience

Desirable

Holds a full UK drivers license and has access to a vehicle

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Sirona care & health CIC

Address

Sirona care & health Badminton Road Office

2nd Floor, Badminton Road

Yate

BS37 5AF

Employer's website

https://www.sirona-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Sirona care & health CIC

Address

Sirona care & health Badminton Road Office

2nd Floor, Badminton Road

Yate

BS37 5AF

Employer's website

https://www.sirona-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)