Barbara is looking for short term cover in her Westminster office - the successful candidate will deal with a high profile policy agenda, keep Barbara informed about developments in health & social care, support Barbara’s communications/social media activities.

Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
• Support Barbara's work in Parliament - provide briefings, speaking notes & advise on policy issues
• Research - primarily on health and social care but also across a wide range of issues
• Prepare and present briefing notes for committees, meetings, parliamentary questions & press releases
• Monitor relevant legislation, including impact on Barbara’s constituency
• Draft speeches, Parliamentary written & oral questions and opinion articles
• Advise and ensure Barbara is fully briefed on potential questions/motions in the House
• Draft policy-related correspondence replies to constituents & others
• Develop & amplify campaigns on social media
• Monitor Parliamentary developments and development across the sector in health and social care
• Liaise effectively with internal & external contacts

The successful candidate will have/be:
• Excellent verbal, research & writing skills reflecting attention to detail
• Knowledge of & interest in policy in health and social care health policy is essential
• Ability to produce high quality briefings, speech drafts and professional advice is essential
• Strong organisational skills & ability to work to tight deadlines
• Ability to spot political campaigning opportunities, devise campaigns & work alongside a range of stakeholders
• Highly motivated with the ability to take initiative and be responsible for own workload
• Experience in managing & using social media
• A supporter of the aims and values of the Labour Party
• Prior experience of working in Parliament and in an MP’s office, political, charitable lobbying or communications is essential