Research Engagement; PPIE Specialist

The Research & Development Team are looking for a dedicated individual to manage external and internal research engagement communications for the Royal Cornwall Hospitals in relation to the patient and public involvement & engagement (PPIE) activities and work with our clinicians, researchers and members of the public to facilitate and increase PPIE throughout the community. The role will include promoting and protecting the reputation of the Research & Development Department within the Trust and to facilitate the delivery of effective communication with colleagues working across our hospitals.

The role would involve working with a wide range of audiences and uses different communication channels to keep messages relevant, appealing and informative.

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To provide an excellent research engagement service by carrying out and leading on a range of communications activities including PPIE in research across Cornwall

To improve and enhance the Trust's internal and external communications in relation to research engagement and PPIE through a range of channels, producing written and video content, whilst engaging with the public

Promoting a positive research image of the Trust to staff, the media and key stakeholders, ensuring messages are communicated in an effective and timely manner.

To support the Trust's behaviours & values.

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is at the heart of acute and specialist care for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We care for a population of around 470,000 people, a number that increases during visitor seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff, united by a shared commitment to deliver safe, high-quality care. We provide services across three main hospital sites, with around 780 inpatient beds:

• Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro
• St Michael's Hospital in Hayle

As a teaching hospital, we're proud to work in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, supporting the next generation of health professionals. We're committed to staying at the forefront of medical advance; investing in our people, developing our facilities, and expanding the specialist care we can offer locally so more patients can receive the care they need closer to home.

We have a growing reputation for research and innovation that helps shape better care for the future. The Knowledge Spa, located on our Truro site, is a vibrant hub for medical, nursing and professional education across clinical and non-clinical roles. It plays a vital role in attracting, developing and retaining highly skilled teams.

We are driven by one clear ambition, Outstanding Care for One and All, care that's safe, kind and high-quality. We are RCHT.

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Employment history and reference checks

Occupational Health clearance

Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check

Right to work in the UK

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We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

• Relevant degree or professional qualification in communications/public relations/journalism.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

• Experience of working in the specialist field of Communications / Public Relations and working with members of the public
• Experience of engaging the public in events and activities
• Previous NHS experience
• Experience in designing and producing documents
• Experience of working on websites/intranet sites
• Experience of working on PPIE or engagement events

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent telephone manner
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to complete tasks, within given timescales
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues of all levels, internal and external, and members of the public
• Sound working knowledge and understand of social media
• Good organisational skills to ensure tasks and responsibilities are carried out efficiently, and to agreed deadlines
• Able to maintain a clear focus under pressure

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.

£32,073 to £39,043 a yearper annum pro rata