East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Communications Officer
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If you love creating content that informs, inspires and makes a real difference, and you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Communications Officer (Band 6) to join the Corporate Communications Team at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust. Based in Eastbourne with flexibility to work across multiple sites, you will help shape how we communicate with colleagues, patients, stakeholders, partners and local communities.
As a senior member of a busy and creative team, you will deliver high-quality communications across a range of channels, including internal communications, media relations, digital platforms, campaigns and publications.
You will have excellent writing and editorial skills, with the ability to adapt messages for different audiences. You will understand how effective communications support service transformation, patient safety, quality improvement, staff engagement and organisational reputation. Experience in a dynamic communications environment, strong relationship-building skills and confidence in handling media enquiries are essential.
We are looking for someone who is creative, organised and passionate about storytelling, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to deliver high-quality work at pace.
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Role Responsibilities
- Provide expert communications support across the Trust
- Develop and deliver communications strategies and campaigns that support Trust priorities
- Provide communications advice to senior leaders, clinical services and corporate teams
- Manage proactive and reactive media relations
- Lead the delivery of engaging internal communications
- Support public engagement and involvement activities
- Deputise for the Head of Communications when required
- Contribute to the leadership and continued development of the communications function
Staff Benefits
- Staff development
- Enrolment in the NHS pension scheme
- Auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service
- Access to onsite nurseries
- Staff restaurants
- Accommodation
- Access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme
- Onsite parking available from only £50 a year
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
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For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Rachel Robinson
- Job title: Head of Communications
- Email address: rachel.robinson32@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 0300 131 4694
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