Job Description

Overview

Pendleside Hospice has an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, self-motivated professional to lead in this cover role on all our communication, public relations and marketing.

We are looking for an ambitious, self-motivated communications professional to cover for maternity leave for a 12 month period, leading on communication, public relations and marketing. The postholder will work collaboratively with colleagues from across the organisation and externally to ensure promotion and engagement across our local community.

The role of Communications and Marketing Manager plays a vital role in our Income Generation team but also focuses on the wider reaching aspects of communications and marketing including, internal communication, protecting and raising the profile of the brand and working with clinical departments to raise awareness of our services.

The post holder will develop and oversee delivery of the communication and marketing strategy to cover all areas of the hospice including care, retail, fundraising and internal communications alongside the Head of Income Generation, and will be empowered to grow, develop and drive this strategy forward.

The role is responsible for raising and protecting the profile of Pendleside Hospice whilst working closely with all departments to ensure consistent communications are managed, promotion of the hospice, its services and income generation, including Hospice events.

Most importantly, we are seeking someone who genuinely shares the vision and values of Pendleside Hospice and who will really thrive in this role.

Responsibilities

& Skills

Proven public relations, marketing and communications experience, internal and external to organisations Experience of developing marketing and communications strategies, their implementation and evaluation Networking experience A track record of delivering service improvement Proven experience in marketing communications or public relations, preferably in a managerial role. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail. Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms, including social media management systems. A creative mindset with the ability to think strategically about brand positioning and messaging. Knowledge of traditional and digital marketing and communications principles Knowledge of current developments within the charitable sector Well-developed leadership skills that encourage commitment and participation from others Ability to develop and implement organisational business plans To be ambitious and creative with the enthusiasm to grow the charity Educated to diploma level or equivalent experience
For further information about the role or to arrange an informal visit contact Louisa Mayor, Head of Income Generation, 01282 440155 or email: louisa.mayor@pendleside.org.uk

For the application pack and to complete the on line application form visit www.pendleside.org.uk/jobs

Closing Date: 15th August 2025

Planned interview date: 20th August 2025

Job Types: Temporary, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: Up to 35,737.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 15/08/2025
Reference ID: Communications & Marketing Manager