Job summary The Marketing and Communications Manager will be responsible for the management, development and delivery of an innovative communications strategy for GMMH. The postholder will provide expert professional communications advice and support to GMMH managers and other colleagues across the Trust, including media handling issues on a wide range of highly complex and often highly sensitive and potentially contentious issues. This role will also be responsible for managing robust and dynamic staff engagement mechanisms to support effective internal communications across the Trust. The post holder will work closely with the Workforce, Organisation Development, Quality and Research & Innovation Teams to ensure message and channel alignment in branding, attraction strategies and recruitment positioning. The post holder will manage communications across a range of campaigns and initiatives to support staff engagement, external stakeholders and local communities. The post holder will be responsible for effectively managing budgets, physical assets and other resources as required. Main duties of the job Inspire and motivate the communications team by setting a clear vision and strategic direction, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment Manage and oversee internal and external communications, ensuring consistency and alignment with NHS and GMMH brand guidelines Develop and implement comprehensive marketing and communication plans to promote GMMH services and initiatives. Manage the ongoing creation of engaging content for newsletters, social media, and other communication channels. Oversee the performance management process, providing regular feedback, setting goals, and supporting professional development to ensure high standards are met. Oversee the project management of events and programmes such assuch as staff awards, learning events and launches / openings of services or buildings. About us Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over7000members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations. We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond. Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options. Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity. Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users. Date posted 21 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 437-6933700 Job locations the curve Prestwich M25 3BL Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification Staff benefits Pay Enhancements: Band Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight) 1 Time plus 47% Time plus 94% 2 Time plus 41% Time plus 83% 3 Time plus 35% Time plus 69% 4 9 Time plus 30% Time plus 60% 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles) Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification Staff benefits Pay Enhancements: Band Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight) 1 Time plus 47% Time plus 94% 2 Time plus 41% Time plus 83% 3 Time plus 35% Time plus 69% 4 9 Time plus 30% Time plus 60% 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles) Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level in relevant subject and significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area Further training or significant experience in project management, public relations, leadership or management Experience Essential Track record of managing a high performing communications team to deliver internal and external communications. Recent experience of working in or with the NHS Experience of devising and executing successful internal and external communication and engagement plans Experience of managing high profile, reputation management issues Experience of crisis management, responding to emerging situations which may be distressing in nature Knowledge Essential Have a clear understanding of all communication methods and channels, including new media Demonstrate an advanced knowledge and in depth experience of using web-based content management systems Skills and abilities Essential Evidence of success in a team management role Ability to analyse and interpret information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend an appropriate course of action to address the issues Demonstrated capabilities to manage team and own projects and make informed decisions in the absence of required information, working to tight and often changing timescales Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level in relevant subject and significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area Further training or significant experience in project management, public relations, leadership or management Experience Essential Track record of managing a high performing communications team to deliver internal and external communications. Recent experience of working in or with the NHS Experience of devising and executing successful internal and external communication and engagement plans Experience of managing high profile, reputation management issues Experience of crisis management, responding to emerging situations which may be distressing in nature Knowledge Essential Have a clear understanding of all communication methods and channels, including new media Demonstrate an advanced knowledge and in depth experience of using web-based content management systems Skills and abilities Essential Evidence of success in a team management role Ability to analyse and interpret information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend an appropriate course of action to address the issues Demonstrated capabilities to manage team and own projects and make informed decisions in the absence of required information, working to tight and often changing timescales 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 Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT Address the curve Prestwich M25 3BL Employer's website https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)