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West London NHS Trust

7d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You will manage the Communications team, develop channels/content, provide strategic advice, build stakeholder relationships, line manage staff, and ensure high-quality service delivery.
  • You will manage daily team activities, enhance communications channels, provide strategic advice, maintain stakeholder relationships, align messaging with objectives, and support team development.

Requirements

  • Manage the day-to-day activities of the Communications team, including the planning, co-ordination and management of communications.
  • Work at least 60% of the time from one of our Trust sites, in line with our agile working policy.
  • Lead on the development of our communications channels and content.
  • Provide expert communications advice and support at a strategic level for services, programmes and campaigns.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships across a wide range of Trust and external stakeholders.
  • Line manage and support the professional development of team members.
  • Maintain the delivery of a high-quality communications service for the Trust.

Responsibilities

  • manage the day-to-day activities of the Communications team, including the planning, co-ordination and management of communications
  • lead on the development of our communications channels and content, helping the Trust to be as clear and engaging as possible among our internal and external audiences
  • provide expert communications advice and support at a strategic level for services, programmes and campaigns
  • develop and maintain effective working relationships across a wide range of Trust and external stakeholders
  • ensure that all communications activity is aligned to the Trust’s strategic objectives and priorities
  • line manage and support the professional development of team members to maintain the delivery of a high-quality communications service for the Trust

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Senior Communications Manager?

The main responsibility is to manage the day-to-day activities of the Communications team, including planning, coordination, and management of communications.

What percentage of time is required to work on-site?

You will be required to work at least 60% of the time from one of our Trust sites in line with our agile working policy.

What type of communications does the Senior Communications Manager focus on?

The role focuses on developing communication channels and content to ensure clarity and engagement among both internal and external audiences.

Is there a focus on professional development in this role?

Yes, the post holder will provide line management and support the professional development of team members to maintain a high-quality communications service for the Trust.

What is the Trust’s overall rating by the Care Quality Commission?

The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall, with forensic services rated as ‘Outstanding’.

What types of services does West London NHS Trust provide?

West London NHS Trust provides a range of mental health and physical healthcare services, including high secure services, low and medium secure services, and community healthcare across three London boroughs.

Who can I contact for further details or informal visits?

You can contact Sumit Wadhia, the Deputy Director of Communication, at sumit.wadhia@nhs.net for further details or to arrange an informal visit.

What is the size of the workforce at West London NHS Trust?

The Trust employs 4,500 staff members.

How diverse is the Trust's workforce?

Approximately 56% of the Trust's staff identify as BME (Black and Minority Ethnic).

What is the turnover of West London NHS Trust for 2023-24?

The turnover is projected to be £426 million for the fiscal year 2023-24.

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West London NHS Trust

West London NHS Trust is one the most diverse providers of NHS mental and physical health care in the UK.

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Mission & Purpose

West London NHS Trust provides mental health, community, and social care services across West London. The trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that supports mental well-being and physical health. Their purpose is to improve the lives of individuals and communities by offering comprehensive healthcare services, focusing on recovery and promoting mental health awareness. They aim to provide personalised care that respects the dignity and needs of each patient.