Job summary
- Main area
- Communications
- Grade
- Apprenticeships: Apprenticeship
- Contract
- 16 months (Permanent upon successful completion of Apprenticeship)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 848-BHC-211-25
- Employer
- Bromley Healthcare
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Central Court
- Town
- Orpington
- Salary
- £21,756 £21756 (Annexe 21 Apprentice salary)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 03/08/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Communications and Engagement Apprentice
Apprenticeships: Apprenticeship
Bromley Healthcare, a community interest company, delivers a diverse range of services encompassing community nursing (e.g., district nursing, health visiting, specialist nursing) and therapy services catering to individuals across all age groups. Stemming from the community provider unit of NHS Bromley, we boast extensive experience in serving the Bromley populace over many years.
Working at Bromley Healthcare offers a fulfilling experience. Our distinctive service delivery approach and commitment to hearing every employee's voice ensure a gratifying career journey. As a Social Enterprise, we embrace an innovative approach to healthcare delivery, combining the traditional strengths of the NHS, such as robust training and development opportunities, with the flexibility to reinvest surpluses into community initiatives.
Employees of Bromley Healthcare whose role maybe at risk will receive priority consideration.
Applicants for roles involving driving responsibilities will be required to provide proof of business insurance.
Job overview
Communications & Engagement Apprentice
Band 4 - Annexe 21 salary applied
£20379 (70% of Band 4) (HCAS) of £4,551
Total compensation: £24,930 (70%)
Are you creative, organised, and passionate about storytelling, content creation and design? Do you want to build a career in communications? If yes, we have an exciting apprenticeship opportunity for you!
Bromley Healthcare is looking for a Communications and Engagement Apprentice to join our dynamic Comms and Engagement team. You'll gain hands-on experience while completing a Level 4 Public Relations and Communications Assistant apprenticeship with the award-winning JGA Group.
This is a chance to build a strong foundation in content creation, internal and external engagement, and digital communications, all within a supportive and structured learning environment.
Who we're looking for:
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A creative thinker with a flair for content creation (written, design, and video) and an interest in website and social media management, and using creative tools such as Canva and Adobe
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Someone highly organised with excellent attention to detail
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A keen learner with an interest in marketing, media, and public relations
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A positive, collaborative team player who enjoys working with others
Successful completion of the apprenticeship and demonstration of core competencies will lead to progression to a Band 4 role over 16 months, with the opportunity to progress to Band 5 within the following 12 months, based on a competency framework.
Main duties of the job
This role is ideal for someone creative, organised, and keen to learn, with an interest in marketing, media, and public relations.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Create engaging content – Write, design, and publish content for social media, websites, newsletters, and marketing materials.
- Manage digital channels – Update and maintain website and intranet content, ensuring accessibility and quality.
- Support social media engagement – Monitor accounts, respond to queries, and analyse performance.
- Develop design and video skills – Use Canva and video editing software to create high-quality visual content.
- Support campaigns and events – Assist in planning and delivering marketing campaigns, staff engagement events, and external communications.
- Work with stakeholders – Build strong working relationships across different teams to ensure effective communication.
- Provide administrative support – Manage emails, invoices, and communications resources such as promotional materials and signage.
- Contribute to transformation projects – Help develop Bromley Healthcare’s new intranet and public-facing websites.
Working for our organisation
Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.
Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.
We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Training & Development
- Complete your Level 4 Apprenticeship – Engage in regular training sessions, coaching, and coursework to build your skills.
- Receive mentorship – Learn from experienced PR professionals to develop your technical and professional expertise.
- Build your portfolio – Apply your learning through real projects, developing content, managing digital channels, and supporting communications campaigns.
Skills you’ll gain
- Content Creation – Learn how to write for different audiences, including press releases, newsletters, and social media.
- Digital & Social Media Management – Gain hands-on experience managing websites, intranets, and social media platforms.
- Graphic Design & Video Editing – Develop your creative skills.
- Marketing & Campaign Management – Support the planning and execution of internal and external communication campaigns.
- Data & Analytics – Learn how to track and evaluate digital engagement using Google Analytics and social media insights.
- NHS Communications & Crisis Management – Understand key principles of public sector communications, including ethical and legal compliance.
By the end of the apprenticeship, you’ll have industry-recognised skills and experience, preparing you for a permanent communications and engagement role with opportunities for further career progression.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics A-C / 9-4*
Technical skills
Essential criteria
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
Personal qualities
Essential criteria
- Demonstrable interest in marketing, communications, public relations, or digital media
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational and time management skills
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Sophie Collier
- Job title
- Head of Communications and Engagement
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
If you'd like to have an informal conversation about this role before applying, please contact Sophie Collier, Head of Communications and Engagement, at [email protected].
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