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Head of Communications- Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services
| Posting date: | 28 October 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £57,888 - £64,880 per annum incl HCAS |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 November 2025 |
| Location: | Frimley, GU16 7UJ |
| Company: | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7547914/151-SL0481 |
Summary
A Vacancy at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust.
The Head of Communications will lead the development and delivery of a comprehensive communications strategy for BSPS, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and values.
As a senior leader, the post holder will be responsible for creating, managing, and delivering clear, consistent, and engaging messages to internal and external stakeholders across multiple platforms.
They will provide expert advice to the executive team and senior managers on all aspects of communications, reputation management, and brand development.
The role will involve overseeing media relations, digital communications, staff engagement, and strategic campaigns to enhance visibility and trust in BSPS services.
The post holder will demonstrate strong leadership, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills to influence and inspire others.
• Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services (BSPS) is a collaborative network of NHS Trusts providing high-quality, innovative pathology services across the region.
• The Head of Communications will develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy that supports BSPS’s strategic and operational objectives.
• They will oversee all aspects of internal and external communications, including staff engagement, stakeholder relations, digital platforms, and media activity. Working closely with senior leaders across partner Trusts, the post holder will ensure consistent messaging and alignment with organisational priorities.
• They will also lead on crisis communications and reputation management, providing expert advice and clear, confident leadership during challenging situations to protect and enhance BSPS’s public profile.
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo
• Develop and deliver a comprehensive internal and external communications strategy aligned with BSPS goals and NHS standards. Oversee BSPS’s digital presence, including the website, social media, and stakeholder engagement campaigns.
• Manage internal communications to keep staff informed and connected with BSPS’s vision and values. Build and maintain effective relationships with NHS partners, regulators, and the media while ensuring brand consistency across all channels.
• Lead communications during crises or sensitive issues, safeguarding BSPS’s reputation. Provide expert advice and training to senior staff, supporting board-level communication initiatives and events.
• Monitor and evaluate communication effectiveness, using data to inform continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with partner Trusts to share best practice and resources.
• Manage the communications budget efficiently and contribute to relevant business cases, ensuring all activities deliver value and support organisational priorities.
• For further information regarding the detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description and person specification documents.
This advert closes on Tuesday 4 Nov 2025
The Head of Communications will lead the development and delivery of a comprehensive communications strategy for BSPS, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and values.
As a senior leader, the post holder will be responsible for creating, managing, and delivering clear, consistent, and engaging messages to internal and external stakeholders across multiple platforms.
They will provide expert advice to the executive team and senior managers on all aspects of communications, reputation management, and brand development.
The role will involve overseeing media relations, digital communications, staff engagement, and strategic campaigns to enhance visibility and trust in BSPS services.
The post holder will demonstrate strong leadership, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills to influence and inspire others.
• Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services (BSPS) is a collaborative network of NHS Trusts providing high-quality, innovative pathology services across the region.
• The Head of Communications will develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy that supports BSPS’s strategic and operational objectives.
• They will oversee all aspects of internal and external communications, including staff engagement, stakeholder relations, digital platforms, and media activity. Working closely with senior leaders across partner Trusts, the post holder will ensure consistent messaging and alignment with organisational priorities.
• They will also lead on crisis communications and reputation management, providing expert advice and clear, confident leadership during challenging situations to protect and enhance BSPS’s public profile.
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo
• Develop and deliver a comprehensive internal and external communications strategy aligned with BSPS goals and NHS standards. Oversee BSPS’s digital presence, including the website, social media, and stakeholder engagement campaigns.
• Manage internal communications to keep staff informed and connected with BSPS’s vision and values. Build and maintain effective relationships with NHS partners, regulators, and the media while ensuring brand consistency across all channels.
• Lead communications during crises or sensitive issues, safeguarding BSPS’s reputation. Provide expert advice and training to senior staff, supporting board-level communication initiatives and events.
• Monitor and evaluate communication effectiveness, using data to inform continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with partner Trusts to share best practice and resources.
• Manage the communications budget efficiently and contribute to relevant business cases, ensuring all activities deliver value and support organisational priorities.
• For further information regarding the detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the attached job description and person specification documents.
This advert closes on Tuesday 4 Nov 2025