Apprentice Communications Assistant

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)

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Job summary

We're looking for an enthusiastic, organised Apprentice Communications Assistant to join the TeamUHBW communications team.

In this 18 month role you will have the opportunity to develop through education, training and practice of the fundamental skills, knowledge and competencies to perform the following duties at a competent level in the Communications Department.

Main duties of the job

Report to the Head of Communications and support them and the rest of the communications team in the delivery of all communications.
Support the external and internal teams within the communications function by carrying out admin support as required and filing media coverage
Maintain the photo library, distribution lists and contact databases.
Act as a guardian for the NHS and Trust brand guidelines, implementing the guidelines consistently across your work. Contribute to the development of the Trust's brand as required.
Support the graphic designer with the management of an effective image and asset library, with a log of filming and photography consent documentation in line with GDPR requirements and Trust policies. Take steps to decommission assets or renew consent over time, in line with Trust policies
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, at all times demonstrating awareness and sensitivity
Ensure all orders and invoices relating to the communications team are dealt with appropriately, and managed in line with Trust protocols.
Maintain and enhance your own personal and professional skills and competences, undertake the training required to complete your apprenticeship and your personal development plan.
Undertake any other duties which might reasonably be required, commensurate with the post.
The role will require a significant amount of desk based work and also a frequent requirement to attend meetings/photo shoot

About us

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England.

UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Date posted

08 January 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

387-TS-6698-MF

Job locations

Trust Head Quarters

Marlborough Street

Bristol

BS1 3NU

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

GCSE A*- C in English Language or equivalent (e.g. Functional Skills Level 2; Certificate in Adult Literacy at Level 2)
GCSE A* - C or equivalent in Mathematics (e.g. Functional Skills Level 2, Certificate in Adult Numeracy at Level 2)

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Be able to work as a member of a team
Experience of using social media

Desirable

Excellent organisational skills including the ability to manage and prioritise an unpredictable workload and the need to multi-task, often under pressure with frequent disruption. Able to meet deadlines when under pressure

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Good communication skills both written and verbal
Attention to detail
Able to use standard Microsoft Office software
Professional attitude when dealing with internal and external audiences
Enthusiasm and commitment to working within the health care setting
Ability to obtain, analyse, interpret and communicate complex information rapidly and successfully
Digitally conversant, able to explore new digital and social platforms with confidence

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

GCSE A*- C in English Language or equivalent (e.g. Functional Skills Level 2; Certificate in Adult Literacy at Level 2)
GCSE A* - C or equivalent in Mathematics (e.g. Functional Skills Level 2, Certificate in Adult Numeracy at Level 2)

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Be able to work as a member of a team
Experience of using social media

Desirable

Excellent organisational skills including the ability to manage and prioritise an unpredictable workload and the need to multi-task, often under pressure with frequent disruption. Able to meet deadlines when under pressure

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Good communication skills both written and verbal
Attention to detail
Able to use standard Microsoft Office software
Professional attitude when dealing with internal and external audiences
Enthusiasm and commitment to working within the health care setting
Ability to obtain, analyse, interpret and communicate complex information rapidly and successfully
Digitally conversant, able to explore new digital and social platforms with confidence

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).

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