OverviewAre you a creative communicator who loves turning ideas into engaging content? Do you enjoy using digital platforms, social media, and design tools to tell stories that make a real impact?General Practice Alliance (GPA) are looking for a Marketing and Communications Officer on a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract to join our team and help us share the story of GPA. You\'ll play a key role in shaping how we communicate with our employees, stakeholders, and patients, ensuring our messaging is clear, engaging, and impactful.Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.ResponsibilitiesLead on digital and social media content, newsletters, marketing materials, and employee and stakeholder communications to deliver clear, consistent, and impactful messages.Support events and campaigns, showcasing GPA\'s work and initiatives.Organise and manage content across GPA\'s digital platforms to strengthen internal and external channels and support growth and brand development.Translate clinical and operational information into clear, accessible messages for practices, stakeholders and patients.Use Canva and other software to create professional marketing materials; liaise with suppliers for printing and merchandise needs.Assist with planning and delivery of quarterly company meetings and events; identify venues, catering, and set agendas.Engage in project catch-ups and 1:1 meetings with the Service Development Manager; attend relevant meetings and contribute as needed.Demonstrate initiative and self-motivation by managing workload, setting priorities, and ensuring timely delivery with minimal supervision.DetailsDate posted: 28 August 2025Pay scheme: OtherSalary: £33,000 to £38,000 a yearContract: Fixed termDuration: 12 monthsWorking pattern: Full-time, Flexible workingJob locations: 129 Hazeldene Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN2 7PBPerson SpecificationEssentialHighly effective communication skills, both written, verbal and listening, appropriate to the audience.Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.Excellent knowledge of Office 365 (including SharePoint and Teams) and adaptability to new systems/software, such as content management systems, Adobe products, Monday.com or equivalent.ExperienceExperience in planning and delivering marketing and communications projects.Experience in gathering and analysing stakeholder information to shape messages for internal and external audiences.Experience in reactive and proactive management of social media channels.Experience in generating new in-house media content using Adobe Creative Cloud or similar tools.QualificationsEducated to degree level or equivalent experience, ideally with a background in marketing, media, or communications.BenefitsHybrid Working Arrangements: Flexible working to support work-life balance.NHS Pension Scheme: With a 23.7% employer contribution.Generous Annual Leave: To promote wellbeing and time away from work.Employee Discount Schemes: Including the Blue Light Card for discounts.Wellbeing Package: Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing portal, and access to the Feeling Good app.Discounted Trilogy Gym Membership: Encouraging an active, healthy lifestyle.Application and ContactFor an informal discussion about the role: Meera at meera.popat@nhs.netInterview dates: Stage 1: 24th September, Stage 2: 1st OctoberPreferred Start Date: 1st December 2025EEO and ComplianceThis 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr