Job Description

Overview

We are looking for someone who is passionate about community engagement and improving healthcare services? ECS is seeking a dynamic Project Co-ordinator to lead the development and delivery of a new Patient and Public Reference Group (PPRG). This group will support the integration of Warrington and Halton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Bridgewater Community Healthcare NHS Trust under the Better Care Together Programme.

You'll be at the heart of coordinating meetings, recruiting members, gathering public insight, and ensuring community voices shape local healthcare services.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and facilitate PPRG meetings, including logistics, agendas, minutes, and reports.

Recruit and support PPRG members in developing the group's Terms of Reference.

Engage with local communities to gather feedback and insights.

Prepare reports and presentations for NHS stakeholders.

Maintain accurate CRM records and promote volunteer engagement.

Champion equality, diversity, and inclusive practices.

Essential:

Experience in project coordination or community engagement.

Strong organisational and communication skills.

Ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings/weekends.

Excellent IT skills (Microsoft 365, databases).

Understanding of patient/service user feedback in service improvement.

Full UK driving licence and access to own transport.

Desirable:

Community Development or Health-related qualification.

Knowledge of local Healthwatch and public service challenges.

Familiarity with Warrington and Halton communities.

Safeguarding Commitment

ECS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 14,189.00 per year

Expected hours: 21 per week

Benefits:

Flexitime Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:

Warrington WA1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

Able to work across both Warrington and Halton
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Location:

Warrington WA1 (required)
Work Location: In person