Job requirements
Essential
9 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Other
Enthusiasm and self-motivation
- Education
Degree-level or equivalent qualification in journalism, English, marketing, communications or business
- Skills and aptitude
Must be able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines with minimum supervision
- Skills and aptitude
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Skills and aptitude
Must be accurate and pay attention to detail
- Skills and aptitude
Must be able to build good working relationships with employees and members of the public
- Knowledge and abilities
Knowledge of communications, public relations, journalism and marketing techniques, approaches and procedures
- Knowledge and abilities
Experience and confidence in dealing with the media and press
- Knowledge and abilities
Must be familiar with PowerPoint and desktop publishing packages, and able to produce high quality presentations
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Job overview
Job overview
The communications officer plays a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality communications and engagement activities across the Trust. The post holder will plan, coordinate and deliver communications projects and campaigns that help raise awareness of services, support organisational priorities, and strengthen the Trust's reputation with staff, patients, partners and the wider community.
Working as part of the Communications Team, the post holder will create engaging content for a range of channels, including the media, website, social media, publications and internal communications platforms. They will provide professional communications advice and support to colleagues across the organisation and help ensure information is accessible, accurate, timely, and aligned with Trust objectives.
The role requires excellent writing skills, strong organisational abilities and the confidence to manage competing priorities within a fast-paced environment. The post holder will also support the management of media enquiries, campaigns, events and sensitive communications issues as required.
Main duties of the job
- Plan, deliver and evaluate communications projects and campaigns that support Trust priorities.
- Write, edit and proofread a wide range of content, including news articles, press releases, patient information and staff communications.
- Manage the production and distribution of publications, promotional materials and communications resources.
- Respond to media enquiries and build positive relationships with journalists and media organisations.
- Provide expert communications and media advice to managers, teams and senior leaders.
- Create engaging content for digital channels, including websites, social media and email communications.
- Lead and support internal communications activities to keep colleagues informed and engaged.
- Organise and support events, campaigns, photography, filming and stakeholder engagement activities.
- Monitor media coverage and communications performance, using insight to improve future activity.
- Support the management of sensitive, high-profile and crisis communications issues when required.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see ‘supporting documents’.
WhatsApp job alerts
Get instant WhatsApp alerts for Band 5 Communications officer roles in Bodmin
Create your Job Clerk account first. We'll collect your alert preferences during onboarding and help you turn on WhatsApp notifications for matching healthcare roles.
Applying for this NHS job
This advert is for Communications officer with Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust in Bodmin, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Communications officer role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 Pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 06 Oct 2026.
Before you apply, compare the job description with the person specification and mirror the employer's essential criteria in your supporting information. Use the vacancy title, employer, location, salary, contract type, closing date and posted date (23 Sep 2026) to decide whether this role fits your current NHSjob search. If the employer can close applications early, prepare the application before the stated deadline rather than waiting for the final day.
For more context, review related Job Clerk pages for the same profession, band or location where they exist, then use the application-support guides to tailor your statement and prepare for interview.