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Reference: 99509

Date Added: 19 June 2026
Closing Date: 1 July 2026

Job Title: Communications Officer

Working For: John Healey MP (Rawmarsh and Conisbrough)

Location: Rawmarsh and Conisbrough

Salary: £31,529 – £35,000

Length of Contract: Permanent

Job Details

Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and deliver a constituency-focused communications plan that promotes the MP’s local work and community impact
• Create engaging digital content, including short-form videos, reels, infographics, graphics, and social media posts tailored to local audiences
• Design and produce printed materials such as newsletters, leaflets, posters, and community notices
• Manage and regularly update the MP’s website as a central point of information for constituents
• Draft press releases and media statements on local issues, and respond to local press enquiries where appropriate
• Monitor social media, flagging emerging issues or reputational risks
• Collate case studies, quotes, photos, and videos to support community outreach
• Promote local visits, campaigns, surgeries, and events through digital and print platforms
• Ensure all communications are accurate, politically appropriate, and aligned with the MP’s tone and messaging
• Be willing to work occasional evenings or weekends to support local events or campaigns
• Monitor and respond to public policy campaign emails, using templates and briefings to support correspondence and analysis

Person Specification:
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong social media skills, including content creation and short-form video
• Confident using website and newsletter platforms
• Able to design leaflets, posters, and newsletters using tools like Canva
• Good political judgement and awareness of current affairs
• Well-organised, with the ability to work independently
• Friendly, professional, and a team player
• Willing to work occasional evenings or weekends

Upon appointment you will be required to comply with the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, undertaken by the Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO). See Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO) page for further info. MPs generally pay staff in accordance with IPSA guidelines.

Closing Date: 1 July 2026

Interview/Start Dates

Interview Date: 8 July 2026

Application Details

Please submit a CV and cover letter to john.healey.mp@parliament.uk 

Website: https://www.johnhealeymp.co.uk/

Additional Notes