Director of Communications and Engagement

Job summary

There has never been a more exciting time to join University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust! With a vision of 'creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work', UHMB offers an exceptional opportunity for an innovative Director of Communications and Engagement to make a lasting impact.

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious and compassionate communications leader to join us in the next chapter of our journey towards excellence. As Director of Communications and Engagement, you will be responsible for shaping and delivering the Trust's communication strategies, both internally and externally, ensuring that our message resonates with our staff, patients, and the wider community. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will work as part of the senior leadership team with internal accountability and the autonomy to lead, innovate, and drive programs that enhance engagement, reputation, and overall communication effectiveness.

Strong strategic thinking, a commitment to promoting the Trust's values, and the skills to manage a wide range of communication channels are essential attributes for this role.

There's plenty to achieve, and you'll be joining a team of passionate colleagues, all committed to delivering excellence as we continue to evolve. If you are a strategic leader with a passion for communication and engagement, want to make a difference in the NHS, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

The Director of Communications is a key member of the senior management team in our organisation and will be expected to contribute to corporate decision making and strategic development at a senior level.

You will lead, and be accountable for, the communications function providing professional advice, expertise and strategic leadership on all aspects of communication, stakeholder engagement, maximising opportunities to promote the work and enhance the reputation of University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust.

You will oversee and create inspiring and creative campaign content that maximises digital opportunities, developing communication and campaign strategies that support the delivery of the Trust strategic agenda.

About us

We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.