Mental Health Matters

Communications and Marketing Co-ordinator

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Job summary

Everything about MHM is people focused, our people are central to delivering the highest quality of service and care to the people who access our services. Our Communications & Marketing team are responsible for engaging with a wide range of audiences from people accessing services to healthcare professionals, internal colleagues to members of the media.

Main duties of the job

As part of the Communications & Marketing team, within the Development Directorate, you will play a key role in expanding our reach and connecting people with the mental health support they need.

About us

Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity with over 40 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health and social care services. We have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities. We provide services across England, from Northumberland to Devon, led by a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce who are committed to delivering the best quality services to those in need of support.

Details

Date posted

16 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,958 to £28,662 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

021708

Job locations

Waterside House, Sunderland Enterprise Park, St Catherine's Ct, Sunderland SR5 2TZ

Sunderland

SR5 2TZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Communications and Marketing Co-ordinator Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: £25,958 per annum, with progression to £28,662 per annum Location: Remote We are looking for a Communications & Marketing Coordinator to join our growing Communications & Marketing team and support us in raising our profile as a leading provider of mental health services. About us Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity with over 40 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health and social care services. We have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities. We provide services across England, from Northumberland to Devon, led by a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce who are committed to delivering the best quality services to those in need of support. Everything about MHM is people focused, our people are central to delivering the highest quality of service and care to the people who access our services. Our Communications & Marketing team are responsible for engaging with a wide range of audiences from people accessing services to healthcare professionals, internal colleagues to members of the media. About the role We are seeking a Communications & Marketing Coordinator to join the function at an exciting time of growth. With a focus on content creation, you will have an opportunity to work with colleagues across the country from front-line service teams to Fundraising, Volunteering, and Recruitment. As part of the Communications & Marketing team, within the Development Directorate, you will play a key role in expanding our reach and connecting people with the mental health support they need. Please refer to the attached job description for full job details. About you We are looking for a creative communicator with a passion for our purpose. You will have experience with content creation and an understanding of how social media can help to connect with our audience. Please refer to the attached job description for full details on person specification for this role. What we offer You will go through our comprehensive, in-person training program in your first week of employment which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role, as well as offering a great opportunity to get to know your new colleagues. In addition, you will receive: * A minimum of 25 days annual leave per annum, plus statutory holidays, rising with length of service * A 5% contributory pension scheme, with the opportunity to increase contributions. * A holistic approach to your health and wellbeing, including Employee assistance programme and personalised wellbeing action plans. * Enhanced family friendly policies, pay and leave. * Cycle to work scheme. * Discounted gym membership. * Healthcare cash plan. * A discount platform covering online, high street and supermarket purchases. * You will receive a tailored induction and probation review program which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role * Our structured career development pathways and support from our accredited Learning Team will provide you with advice and guidance on how to access development to allow you to flourish in your chosen career Closing Date: 29 April 2025 Anticipated Interview Date: 12 May 2025 The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. Please note that due to the sensitive nature of the duties, an enhanced DBS will be sought in event of a successful application. All disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential short-listing criteria are guaranteed an interview. MHM is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Communications and Marketing Co-ordinator Hours: 37.5 hours per week Salary: £25,958 per annum, with progression to £28,662 per annum Location: Remote We are looking for a Communications & Marketing Coordinator to join our growing Communications & Marketing team and support us in raising our profile as a leading provider of mental health services. About us Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity with over 40 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health and social care services. We have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities. We provide services across England, from Northumberland to Devon, led by a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce who are committed to delivering the best quality services to those in need of support. Everything about MHM is people focused, our people are central to delivering the highest quality of service and care to the people who access our services. Our Communications & Marketing team are responsible for engaging with a wide range of audiences from people accessing services to healthcare professionals, internal colleagues to members of the media. About the role We are seeking a Communications & Marketing Coordinator to join the function at an exciting time of growth. With a focus on content creation, you will have an opportunity to work with colleagues across the country from front-line service teams to Fundraising, Volunteering, and Recruitment. As part of the Communications & Marketing team, within the Development Directorate, you will play a key role in expanding our reach and connecting people with the mental health support they need. Please refer to the attached job description for full job details. About you We are looking for a creative communicator with a passion for our purpose. You will have experience with content creation and an understanding of how social media can help to connect with our audience. Please refer to the attached job description for full details on person specification for this role. What we offer You will go through our comprehensive, in-person training program in your first week of employment which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role, as well as offering a great opportunity to get to know your new colleagues. In addition, you will receive: * A minimum of 25 days annual leave per annum, plus statutory holidays, rising with length of service * A 5% contributory pension scheme, with the opportunity to increase contributions. * A holistic approach to your health and wellbeing, including Employee assistance programme and personalised wellbeing action plans. * Enhanced family friendly policies, pay and leave. * Cycle to work scheme. * Discounted gym membership. * Healthcare cash plan. * A discount platform covering online, high street and supermarket purchases. * You will receive a tailored induction and probation review program which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role * Our structured career development pathways and support from our accredited Learning Team will provide you with advice and guidance on how to access development to allow you to flourish in your chosen career Closing Date: 29 April 2025 Anticipated Interview Date: 12 May 2025 The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. Please note that due to the sensitive nature of the duties, an enhanced DBS will be sought in event of a successful application. All disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential short-listing criteria are guaranteed an interview. MHM is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • We are looking for a creative communicator with a passion for our purpose. You will have experience with content creation and an understanding of how social media can help to connect with our audience.

Experience

Essential

  • We are looking for a creative communicator with a passion for our purpose. You will have experience with content creation and an understanding of how social media can help to connect with our audience.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • We are looking for a creative communicator with a passion for our purpose. You will have experience with content creation and an understanding of how social media can help to connect with our audience.

Experience

Essential

  • We are looking for a creative communicator with a passion for our purpose. You will have experience with content creation and an understanding of how social media can help to connect with our audience.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Mental Health Matters

Address

Waterside House, Sunderland Enterprise Park, St Catherine's Ct, Sunderland SR5 2TZ

Sunderland

SR5 2TZ


Employer's website

https://www.mhm.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mental Health Matters

Address

Waterside House, Sunderland Enterprise Park, St Catherine's Ct, Sunderland SR5 2TZ

Sunderland

SR5 2TZ


Employer's website

https://www.mhm.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

People and Organisational Development

MHM Recruitment Team

recruitment@mhm.org.uk

01915163500

Details

Date posted

16 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,958 to £28,662 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

021708

Job locations

Waterside House, Sunderland Enterprise Park, St Catherine's Ct, Sunderland SR5 2TZ

Sunderland

SR5 2TZ


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