Marketing and Communications Officer (Sponsorship Available) At Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust

Employer: Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
Job Title: Marketing and Communications Officer
Location: United Kingdom
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £27,485 to £30,162 per annum
Closing Date: 05 February 2026

Job Overview

The Marketing and Communications Officer (Charity) works within Gateshead Health Charity to increase awareness, engagement and support for the charity’s work. The post supports delivery of the charity strategy through effective marketing, communications and campaign activity, helping to grow income and strengthen relationships with supporters, staff and partners.

The role is varied and hands on, supporting multiple projects at the same time, including digital communications, events, campaigns and stakeholder engagement. The post holder works closely with the communications team, charity colleagues and wider Trust teams to deliver consistent, high-quality communications that reflect the values of Gateshead Health and the charity.

Key Responsibilities

The post holder will:

• Support the delivery of the charity’s communications and marketing activity in line with agreed plans and priorities

• Create engaging content across digital and print channels, including social media, websites, newsletters and promotional materials

• Manage and update the charity’s digital presence, including social media platforms and website content

• Support the planning and delivery of fundraising campaigns, events and awareness activity

• Work with colleagues across the Trust to gather stories and demonstrate the impact of charitable funding

• Produce reports using data and analytics to evaluate engagement and performance

• Support the production of the charity’s annual report and impact reporting

• Assist with photography, video and visual content to support campaigns and events

• Provide communications support to the wider Trust where appropriate

• Ensure all activity complies with data protection, fundraising regulation and Trust policies

About Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust

Based in the North East of England, Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of hospital and community health services from the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital.

Established in 2005, Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust was one of the first foundation trusts in the country and has consistently achieved high standards of patient care.

The Trust employs around 4,800 staff and provides 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.

The Trust values are represented by the acronym ICORE: Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect and Engagement.

Staff networks include the Global Ethnic Majority (GEM) network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network, Women’s Network and Armed Forces network.

The Balance programme supports staff wellbeing and offers a range of initiatives designed to support a healthy and positive working experience.

Detailed Job Responsibilities

The post holder will work as part of the Communications and Charity Team, supporting the delivery of marketing and communications activity that promotes the work and impact of Gateshead Health Charity.

Strong organisational skills, creativity and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment are required.

Responsibilities include planning and delivering content across digital platforms, internal communications, printed materials and campaign assets. This includes producing copy, coordinating visuals and ensuring messaging is clear, accurate and engaging.

The post holder will manage day to day social media activity, monitor performance and produce insight reports to inform future activity.

The role also involves supporting fundraising events and campaigns by liaising with internal teams, volunteers and external stakeholders. Attendance at events, logistics support and promotional activity before, during and after campaigns is included.

The post holder will contribute to annual communications planning, impact reporting and the production of the annual report.

Close collaboration with the wider communications team is required to ensure consistent messaging aligned with Trust priorities.

Flexible working is required including occasional evenings or weekends. Trust policies, data protection requirements and fundraising regulations must be followed at all times.

Person Specification

Application Form Criteria

Essential:

• Relevant experience in marketing or communications

• Content creation and copywriting skills

• Digital and visual content skills

• Planning, organisation and workload management

Desirable:

• Experience in a charity, NHS or public sector environment

• Experience using insight, data or analytics to inform communications

Interview Criteria

Essential:

• Communication and interpersonal skills

• Values, professionalism and judgement

• Practical application of skills

• Motivation and understanding of the role

DBS Check

This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires Disclosure and Barring Service clearance.

Certificate of Sponsorship (Skilled Worker Visa)

Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and considered alongside all other applications.

Skilled worker applicants applying for UK entry clearance must provide criminal record certificates from countries lived in for 12 months or more during the past 10 years. Adult dependants over 18 years are also subject to this requirement.

How to Apply

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