Communications Assistant

Job Overview

The NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group is seeking a Communications Assistant to join their team in Liverpool, England, United Kingdom. This entry-level full-time position involves supporting the communications department in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Company Overview

NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) consists of Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Liverpool Women’s Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. We operate from four hospital sites: Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool Women’s Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital, alongside a host of community services. We are one of the largest employers in region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities – from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services that extend to more than two million people in the North West. Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside, and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to several elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women’s Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK’s largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single en-suite bedrooms and mainly focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Market Competitive
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: None / Open to all applicants
• Experience: No Experience / Fresh

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in drafting, editing, and distributing internal and external communications materials.
• Support the management of social media channels and website content updates.
• Help organize and promote hospital events, campaigns, and public health initiatives.
• Coordinate with various departments to gather news, stories, and patient testimonials.
• Monitor media coverage and prepare concise reports for the communications team.
• Provide essential administrative support to ensure smooth departmental operations.

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of public relations, marketing, or communications principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• A genuine passion for healthcare and serving the community.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Benefits

• Opportunity to gain invaluable experience in NHS communications and public relations.
• Work within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Contribute to vital public health services and community well-being.
• Access to comprehensive NHS employee benefits, including a pension scheme.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and training.
• Be part of a large, diverse, and inclusive organization.