Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Communications and Engagement Assistant

The closing date is 11 February 2026

Job summary

The post-holder will support with operational delivery and record-keeping of key communications tasks and projects. The post-holder will deliver communication and engagement actions, including weekly newsletters and supporting with engagement events for staff and stakeholders.

It is expected that type of work undertaken by the post holder will change over time, as the portfolio of work changes. This role is open to staff who are keen to start a career in communications and engagement.

Main duties of the job

The role involves supporting both external and internal communication and engagement by escorting visitors and media crews in line with policy, helping to deliver staff and stakeholder events, and producing, proofreading and editing high-quality content for publications and digital channels. Key duties include timely triaging of communication and engagement requests through the department's workflow system, identifying opportunities to explain and promote NSFT services and initiatives, and delivering communication and engagement activity that aligns with the Trust's values and strategy. The post holder is responsible for ensuring engaging, inclusive, and high-quality content is regularly produced for a range of platforms, maintaining accurate and up-to-date online information, and contributing to weekly internal newsletters. They will work closely with colleagues to meet communication requirements for projects and initiatives, foster strong working relationships across teams, and support staff-facing communication and engagement work. Additional expectations include representing the Trust professionally at all times, supporting ad-hoc projects, attending relevant meetings, travelling between locations as required, continually developing within the post, and completing other duties assigned by the line manager.

About us

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.

Details

Date posted

28 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year gross per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

246-COR7655713-A

Job locations

County Hall

Martineau Lane

Norwich

NR1 2DH


Job description

Job responsibilities

For information about the role please refer to the attached job description which outlines the role and responsibilities of the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For information about the role please refer to the attached job description which outlines the role and responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • Degree level or equivalent

Desirable

  • Qualification in communications, public relations, marketing or a similar field

Essential

Essential

  • Experience of using Microsoft software (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)

Desirable

  • Communications and engagement experience
Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • Degree level or equivalent

Desirable

  • Qualification in communications, public relations, marketing or a similar field

Essential

Essential

  • Experience of using Microsoft software (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)

Desirable

  • Communications and engagement experience

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

County Hall

Martineau Lane

Norwich

NR1 2DH


Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

County Hall

Martineau Lane

Norwich

NR1 2DH


Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Communication and Engagement Manager

Richard Nobes

richard.nobes@nsft.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

28 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year gross per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

246-COR7655713-A

Job locations

County Hall

Martineau Lane

Norwich

NR1 2DH


Supporting documents

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