Communications & Engagement Manager
The closing date is 27 June 2025
Job summary
Working closely with colleagues across the organisation-and with support from the Head of Communications and Engagement and the wider team-you'll help deliver clear, effective communications and build strong relationships with our patients, the communities we serve, and key partners from across the healthcare system. You will have a lead role in telling the story of our organisation, our mission, and our people, through a range of internal and external channels. You'll evelop and support events, campaigns and projects. This is a role in which you can expect plenty of variety and opportunity to draw on a range of skills and experience. Some of the things you can expect to be doing include: Working with our national team of operational and clinical leaders to maximize the performance and reputation of our services Providing insight and interventions to improve the efficiency and experience of the 'patient journey' for people accessing our clinical services Nurturing positive working relationships with a wide range of external stakeholders including NHS ICBs, Primary Care organisations, local authorities, VCSE groups, health scrutiny bodies, local and regional media outlets, as well as patient and resident groups Developing and maintaining positive working relationships with key internal stakeholders Providing communications, engagement and marketing expertise to new internal projects and service development initiatives Developing inclusive and accessible material
Main duties of the job
We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced working environment and enjoys utilising a broad range of skills to manage a diverse workload. The role would suit someone who is a skilled storyteller, who is creative, driven, and passionate about people and the health and wellbeing of our population. Someone who will use communications, engagement or marketing strategies to have a positive impact, and who enjoys developing relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
About us
Connect Health has provided community services in partnership with the NHS since 1993. We have forged strong links with acute, primary care and voluntary sectors, maximising estates, innovating the use of systems and technology, personalising patient tools whilst mastering the use of data to improve quality. We get excited by what we do and proud to make a positive impact on the health of our population. We are dedicated to making NHS services work well for patients - we believe passionately in the NHS and its aims and philosophy. Our services are designed to focus on the patient experience and what really makes a difference to them.
Details
Date posted
16 June 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£30,000 to £45,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
HEOF514
Job locations
The Lightbox, Quorum Business Park,
Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE12 8SU
Employer details
Employer name
Connect Health Group Limited
Address
The Lightbox, Quorum Business Park,
Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE12 8SU
Employer's website
https://www.connecthealth.co.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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