The Percy Hedley Foundation
PR and Communications Executive
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Who Are We?
The Percy Hedley Foundation is one of the largest regional charities supporting people with a range of learning and physical needs. We take a person centred, flexible approach to the care and support we provide. We have five sites providing specialist education, adult day services, residential care and independent supported living to our service users. Our sites are based in Forest Hall, Killingworth, Jesmond, Newcastle City Centre and North Shields.
The Role
Can you help tell the story of the North East’s largest disability charity?
We are looking to recruit a PR and Communications Executive to join the Marketing and Communications team and drive brand awareness of the amazing things we do at the Percy Hedley Foundation every day.
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This role provides a fantastic opportunity for someone to contribute to our communication strategy across all our services, including fundraising, content planning, influencer and media management, and reporting.
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Working with shareholders across the charity, you will aim to drive the Foundation’s brand throughout the North East of England at an exciting time for the organisation.
From telling our story to generating exciting and engaging content, you will enjoy the opportunity to support our charity and continue our mission to empower those with disabilities.
Qualifications
- Strong Public Relations and Media Relations skills, including experience managing press enquiries and building relationships with media contacts.
- Proficiency in writing and creating impactful Press Releases tailored to different audiences and channels.
- Excellent Communication skills.
- Experience in campaign planning, brand storytelling, and content creation for web, social media, and print materials.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and independently manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Knowledge of or interest in the charity, education, or health and social care sectors, particularly disability inclusion and advocacy.
- Strong organisational and analytical skills, including basic proficiency with digital tools, media monitoring, and reporting on communications outcomes.
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