Communications Assistant

Job summary

The post holder will work as a key member of the communications team to deliver an effective communications service for EPUT, enhancing and promoting the Trust's reputation. This includes supporting a range of external and internal communications activities, and delivering specific pieces of work.

Main duties of the job

• Participate in a range of communications projects including campaigns, engagement strategies, consultations and events as required, adhering to schedules and budgets.
• Research and create written and visual content and communications products for electronic and print distribution.
• Organise distribution as required using a range of tools, platforms and channels including social media.
• Ensure media enquiries are logged, answered or referred on. Monitor media coverage and social media mentions, maintaining records as required.
• Maintain distribution lists and contact databases.
• Manage team mailboxes ensuring queries are responded to within agreed timeframes.
• Ensure consistency in use of the Trust's corporate image and style, in line with NHS branding guidelines.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of communication systems and platforms as needed.
• Develop positive relationships and work collaboratively with colleagues from teams across the Trust.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.