Communications Officer

Role overview

This position suits someone who enjoys a busy, varied workload and is excited by the chance to create digital content that makes a real impact. The successful candidate will join a highly regarded communications team and play a key role in shaping how the organisation presents itself to audiences.

The role is centred on digital storytelling. You will develop content that grabs attention, strengthens reputation, and supports campaigns from initial idea through to final delivery. A strong creative instinct, confidence working across several projects at once, and the ability to keep multiple priorities on track are all important.

Key duties

You will take ownership of photography, video production, editing, graphic design, and wider multimedia activity. This includes content for the organisation’s website, intranet, and other digital channels.

The role also involves handling media enquiries, preparing journalists with relevant information, and producing press releases. In addition, you will help coordinate events, press conferences, photo opportunities, visits, and award-related activity.

You will be expected to produce engaging visual material from start to finish, including storyboarding, filming or shooting, editing, and creating polished graphics. Strong use of Adobe Creative Cloud tools such as Premiere, Photoshop, and InDesign will be essential.

Alongside creative output, you will need excellent written communication skills and the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences. Relationship-building will also be important, as the role requires regular collaboration with colleagues and external contacts.

About the organisation

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides acute hospital and community services to people across the Wigan Borough and nearby areas. The Trust places staff at the centre of its culture and believes that positive staff experience contributes directly to positive patient experience.

The organisation is known for strong staff engagement and works to its values of putting people first, listening and involving others, being kind and respectful, and operating as one team.

The Trust is committed to patient-centred care that is safe, effective, and delivered with dignity. It also values diversity and inclusion, and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Additional information

This role is based in Wigan, England, United Kingdom and is a full-time onsite position.

For an informal discussion about the role, you can contact Nicky Roach, Head of Communications and Engagement, by email at nicky.roach@wwl.nhs.uk or by phone on 0300 707 2159.