Responsibilities

• Lead an integrated communications and marketing function that reflects Wheatley Care’s values
• Strengthen organisational reputation and influence policy and public understanding of social care
• Support delivery of strategic priorities during a period of organisational transition and growth
• Position Wheatley Care as a trusted, values-led provider and partner
• Deliver high-impact campaigns and ensure clear, consistent communication across services, stakeholders, and the wider system

Requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in Marketing / Communications, Media Studies, Public Relations or Digital Marketing
• Experience in strategic communications and marketing delivered influencing and campaigning activity at scale
• Strong track record in media and reputation management
• Ability to advise senior leaders in complex, regulated environments
• Demonstrable experience in building environment of trust and networks locally for community benefit

Preferred

• Knowledge of Scottish social care and policy landscape
• Understanding of regulatory body requirements - Scottish Social Services Council and the Care Inspectorate
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) would be advantageous
• Experience in strategic communications and marketing within social care, housing, health or third sector

Benefits

• We offer a sector-leading benefits package which includes:
• a rewarding career with a competitive salary;
• access to a contributory pension scheme;
• excellent leave entitlements;
• enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave;
• contributions towards dental, optical, driving lessons and more;
• access to staff inclusion networks promoting an inclusive workplace; and
• 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme.
• Committed to inclusion:
• Wheatley Care is always looking to improve diversity within our teams. We want to create an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute their best work and achieve their full potential.
• We actively celebrate our individual differences and recognise the collective strength this brings the organisation. It’s important our teams represent the communities we serve, and we welcome applications from any under-represented groups.