Communication/Marketing

Communication/Marketing and PR Assistant – University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Communication/Marketing and PR Assistant (Band 4) to support the marketing, public relations and communications activities of University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity.

The successful candidate will work under the guidance of the Senior Communications Officer to help deliver marketing campaigns, maintain the charity’s website and social media channels, produce engaging content and support fundraising communications.

This is an opportunity for someone with relevant marketing, public relations or communications experience to contribute to fundraising activities that benefit patients and staff.

Job Overview

• Job Title: Communication/Marketing and PR Assistant
• Employer: University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
• Job Reference: 153-CO06789-A
• Salary: £28,392–£31,157 per year
• NHS Band: Band 4
• Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Bournemouth, Dorset
• Contract Type: Fixed-term contract
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Working Pattern: Part-time
• Date Posted: 9 October 2026
• Closing Date: 23 October 2026
• Interview Date: 4 November 2026

About the Role

The main purpose of this position is to support the implementation of the marketing and PR plan for University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity, helping to increase donations and grants in line with its fundraising strategy.

Working alongside the Senior Communications Officer, the post holder will contribute to marketing campaigns, digital communications, media relations and the production of promotional materials.

The role also involves maintaining effective working relationships with the fundraising and communications teams, finance and business intelligence staff, clinical management teams, fund holders and other Trust employees.

Key Responsibilities

The Communication/Marketing and PR Assistant will be responsible for:

• Supporting the implementation of the charity’s marketing and public relations plans to achieve its fundraising objectives.
• Creating engaging written content for the charity’s website, social media channels, including Facebook and LinkedIn, and email marketing campaigns.
• Updating and maintaining digital communication channels and reviewing content regularly.
• Monitoring digital channel performance and preparing reports.
• Supporting internal communications to keep staff and volunteers informed about fundraising news.
• Writing and preparing communications materials, case studies, press releases and other promotional content.
• Responding to media enquiries and directing them to the appropriate contacts when necessary.
• Maintaining positive relationships with media contacts to increase support for the hospital charity.
• Managing and maintaining the charity team’s photo library.
• Designing marketing materials and publicity items and liaising with external suppliers about design and printing services.
• Ensuring consistent use of the charity’s branding across marketing materials.
• Working with the Trust’s Film Production Officer to produce short promotional films.
• Arranging meetings, maintaining records and following up on agreed actions.
• Providing website and social media training where required.

The successful candidate will also be expected to represent the Trust’s vision and values and work effectively with colleagues across relevant departments.

Essential Qualifications

Applicants must have:

• Education to diploma level, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualifications or experience.

Desirable qualification:

• A degree in Marketing or a related subject.

Essential Experience

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Relevant experience in marketing, public relations or communications.
• Experience writing copy for press releases and case studies.

Desirable experience:

• Experience using a website content management system (CMS).
• Experience designing marketing materials.

Skills and Knowledge

Applicants must demonstrate:

• The ability to write clear, grammatically correct letters, marketing copy, press releases and reports.
• Proofreading skills.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage several tasks.
• Knowledge of marketing techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of public relations techniques.
• Effective time management and the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
• The ability to work independently, use initiative and contribute effectively as part of a team.
• The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Sufficient English-language ability to undertake the role.

Desirable skills include:

• Experience using a Mac.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Creativity, attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.

Visa Sponsorship and Eligibility

Visa sponsorship status: Not confirmed in the supplied vacancy advert.

The advert does not explicitly confirm whether Skilled Worker visa sponsorship is available for this position. Applicants who require sponsorship should contact the recruiting team before applying to confirm eligibility.

Do not assume that this vacancy offers a Certificate of Sponsorship without confirmation from the employer.

Additional Information

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is investing in and transforming its services as part of the New Hospital Programme. Some services may move to different sites temporarily or permanently.

For existing UHD employees, this fixed-term vacancy will be offered as a secondment in accordance with the Trust’s Secondment Policy. Internal applicants should speak with their line manager before applying.

The Trust also supports staff networks, including Women’s, DEN, Pride, EU, Pro Ability and Armed Forces networks. It supports Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

Applicants should ensure that their applications accurately reflect their own skills and experience.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should review the full job description and person specification before submitting an application through the official NHS Jobs website.

Closing date: 23 October 2026

Interview date: 4 November 2026

Employer Contact Details

Employer: University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

Recruiting Contact: Ruth Davies, Senior Communications Officer

Email: ruth.davies47@nhs.net

Telephone: 03000 194060

Work Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Castle Lane East
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
United Kingdom

Source: NHS Jobs – University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust