Job summary
A
rare opportunity to shape communications at one of the UKs largest NHS
teaching hospitals.
Were
looking for a talented communications professional to join our fast paced
corporate communications team. This is an exciting chance to play a central
role in how our Trust communicates with colleagues, patients, families,
partners and the wider public at a time of significant and meaningful change.
You'll
play an important role in a team where no two days are the same, leading
communications for the Trusts programme to improve maternity and neonatal
services and helping us share progress, listen to families and staff, and build
confidence in the work were doing. You'll also work closely with colleagues on
communications linked to the upcoming independent maternity inquiry, ensuring
our approach is open, clear and compassionate.Expected shortlisting dates - 18/3/2026Planned interview dates - 25/3/2026
Main duties of the job
Managing a wide range of media
enquiries with confidence, clarity and sound judgement.
Leading internal communications and
engagement activity that helps colleagues feel informed, valued and heard.
Creating compelling content for our
social media channels, helping us reach and engage diverse audiences.
Maintaining and developing our
corporate website so it remains accurate, accessible and user friendly.
Keeping stakeholders updated on key
developments in a timely and effective way.
Turning complex information into
clear, accessible and engaging content for colleagues, patients, families and
partners.
Additional
qualities we are keen to see:
Excellent organisational skills and
the ability to manage competing priorities.
Strong interpersonal skills and the
confidence to work with senior leaders.
A calm, solutions focused approach
when working under pressure.
Creativity, curiosity and a
commitment to continuous improvement.
About us
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any
questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will be an integral part of the communications team responsible
for providing an effective internal and external communications service to
support The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in the delivery of its vision,
goals and objectives.
The
post covers the whole range of communications functions providing the
opportunity to be involved in all aspects of work and use their wide-ranging
expertise.
The
post holder will be responsible for all aspects of communication concerning
both internal and external provision. Providing expert advice to staff at all
levels across the organisation, this includes drafting statements and
responding to media enquiries both within and out of hours (as part of an
on-call rota).
The
post holder will be responsible for leading and owning specific projects e.g.
the Independent Inquiry for maternity services, Annual General Meeting,
writing corporate documents, leading communication campaigns and agreeing
these with the appropriate Clinical Support Units (CSUs). They will also be
the named individual for a CSU acting as key contact/account manager to
ensure communication opportunities are identified appropriately and that the
CSU is advised appropriately on all aspects of communications and media
handling.
The
Trust operates across a number of hospital sites and regular travel between
sites should be expected.
Attached is a full Job Description outlining the full duties and responsibilities of the post. Please read and review this document to understand more about the role and working at LTHT.Leeds Teaching Hospitals welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We are committed to inclusive recruitment and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates. When reviewing applications, we consider equivalent experience, transferable skills, and relevant qualifications to ensure a fair and supportive selection process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will be an integral part of the communications team responsible
for providing an effective internal and external communications service to
support The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in the delivery of its vision,
goals and objectives.
The
post covers the whole range of communications functions providing the
opportunity to be involved in all aspects of work and use their wide-ranging
expertise.
The
post holder will be responsible for all aspects of communication concerning
both internal and external provision. Providing expert advice to staff at all
levels across the organisation, this includes drafting statements and
responding to media enquiries both within and out of hours (as part of an
on-call rota).
The
post holder will be responsible for leading and owning specific projects e.g.
the Independent Inquiry for maternity services, Annual General Meeting,
writing corporate documents, leading communication campaigns and agreeing
these with the appropriate Clinical Support Units (CSUs). They will also be
the named individual for a CSU acting as key contact/account manager to
ensure communication opportunities are identified appropriately and that the
CSU is advised appropriately on all aspects of communications and media
handling.
The
Trust operates across a number of hospital sites and regular travel between
sites should be expected.
Attached is a full Job Description outlining the full duties and responsibilities of the post. Please read and review this document to understand more about the role and working at LTHT.Leeds Teaching Hospitals welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We are committed to inclusive recruitment and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates. When reviewing applications, we consider equivalent experience, transferable skills, and relevant qualifications to ensure a fair and supportive selection process.
Person Specification
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Highly responsive to requests for help.
- Invests time to understand the needs, priorities and goals of others they are working with.
- Acts professionally and with integrity at all times.
- Having robust judgement is essential and being able to work both independently and as an integral part of a team is key.
- The post holder will need to think logically and creatively in all aspects of problem solving to address challenges.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience. Recognised qualification in public relations, communications, journalism or marketing. Minimum two years post graduate experience in a PR/Comms.
Desirable
- Experience of working in the public sector/large and complex organisation.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of communications, PR and media handling techniques, approaches and procedures.
- Knowledge and experience of working with the media and handling proactive and reactive media stories, including contentious issues.
- Experience of developing and implementing multi-channel communications plans and leading and managing projects.
- Knowledge of social media channels and experience of using them corporately and identifying and writing material in the appropriate tone.
Desirable
- Experience of working with patients and patient groups.
Person Specification
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Highly responsive to requests for help.
- Invests time to understand the needs, priorities and goals of others they are working with.
- Acts professionally and with integrity at all times.
- Having robust judgement is essential and being able to work both independently and as an integral part of a team is key.
- The post holder will need to think logically and creatively in all aspects of problem solving to address challenges.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience. Recognised qualification in public relations, communications, journalism or marketing. Minimum two years post graduate experience in a PR/Comms.
Desirable
- Experience of working in the public sector/large and complex organisation.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of communications, PR and media handling techniques, approaches and procedures.
- Knowledge and experience of working with the media and handling proactive and reactive media stories, including contentious issues.
- Experience of developing and implementing multi-channel communications plans and leading and managing projects.
- Knowledge of social media channels and experience of using them corporately and identifying and writing material in the appropriate tone.
Desirable
- Experience of working with patients and patient groups.
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.
