Accessibility
We are keen to ensure that our staff are representative of all sections of the community and the people of Cornwall, and we especially welcome applications from those from a black and minority ethnic background, those with a physical disability or are neuro-diverse, as we are currently under-represented in these areas.
Our offices are on the ground floor with good wheelchair access.
Are you passionate about how health and social care services are delivered in Cornwall? If you are proactive and versatile, and believe that the voice of service users has a vital role to play in shaping how services are delivered and can improve, think about what you could achieve through this role.
Our vision is to inspire positive change in Cornwall’s health and social care through effective public engagement and we exist to ensure people and communities have a strong voice to influence and challenge how health and social care services are provided within their area.
Healthwatch Cornwall is a Community Interest Company (CIC), and we act as a ‘critical friend’ to the commissioners and providers of health and social care services to enable progressive and beneficial decisions to be made.
Current vacancies:
Marketing & Communications Co Ordinator
(Part Time)
Hours: 28
Location: Hybrid: Newham Office Truro.
Salary: Competitive-range £25,772 – £30,881 FTE [Grade 2] - salary will be subject to pro rata.
Contract: Fixed until May 2029 (subject to external contract and Government Legislation)
The role:
The Marketing & Communications Co-Ordinator plays a leading role in promoting Healthwatch Cornwall’s work across the county, ensuring our research, engagement activity, and reports reach the public, stakeholders, and, critically, the media. Responsible for proactive press and media engagement, delivering high-quality communications, and ensuring the feedback loop is closed by clearly demonstrating impact and outcomes from our work. By producing accessible content and amplifying the voices of Cornwall residents, the role strengthens Healthwatch Cornwall’s visibility, credibility, and influence.
Key Responsibilities
- External Communications
- Digital Communications and Social Media
- Monitoring analytics
- Website management
- Network Development
- Internal Support
Download / view the job description and person specification below to see the role in greater depth.
How to Apply:
To apply for this role, please complete the application form and send to admin@healthwatchcornwall.co.uk.
Applications will close on the 2nd February 2026, but we encourage early submissions as we reserve the right to close the vacancy sooner if a suitable candidate is identified.
Engagement & Relationship Manager
Hours: 28
Location: Newham Office Truro.
Salary: Competitive-range £37,946 – £40,575 FTE [Grade 4] - salary will be subject to pro rata.
Contract: Fixed until May 2029 (subject to external contract and Government Legislation)
The role:
The Engagement & Relationships Manager is responsible for leading Healthwatch Cornwall’s strategic engagement and relationship-building activity across communities, networks, and stakeholders.
Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, the role focuses on building trust, credibility, and influence with individuals, community groups, VCSE organisations, and system partners. The postholder ensures that lived experience, community insight, and emerging issues are effectively identified, nurtured, and fed into organisational decision-making, reporting, and system dialogue.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Engagement & Relationships
- Community Voice & Inclusion
- Equality, Diversity & Seldom-Heard Communities
- Insight, Intelligence & Organisational Support
- Internal Collaboration & Alignment
- Leadership and Team Management
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Sustainability, Development & Future Impact
Download / view the job description and person specification below to see the role in greater depth.
How to Apply:
To apply for this role, please complete the application form and send to admin@healthwatchcornwall.co.uk.
Applications will close on the 3rd February 2026, but we encourage early submissions as we reserve the right to close the vacancy sooner if a suitable candidate is identified.
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Community Engagement Officer
(Part Time)
Hours: 14
Location: Newham Office Truro Cornwall UK/ Community of Cornwall UK.
Salary: Competitive-range 25,772– £30,881 FTE [Grade 2] - salary will be subject to pro rata.
Contract: Fixed until May 2029 (subject to external contract and Government Legislation)
The role:
As a Community Engagement Officer, you’ll spend much of your time out in the community, building connections, listening carefully, and capturing feedback on people’s experiences. You’ll share this insight with our research and reporting teams to help influence and improve the services people rely on.
Key Responsibilities
- Engaging with our communities & building strong relationships
- Attending & supporting community events and groups
- Outreach visits
- Accurate data capture of feedback
- Professional representation of Healthwatch
Additional Information:
- This is a hybrid role: some office working, with travel across Cornwall
- Occasional evening/weekend work (e.g. for community events)
- Enhanced DBS check required(we will fund)
- Induction and ongoing training provided
Download / view the job description and person specification below to see the role in greater depth.
How to Apply:
To apply for this role, please complete the application form and send to admin@healthwatchcornwall.co.uk.
Applications will close on the 6th February 2026, but we encourage early submissions as we reserve the right to close the vacancy sooner if a suitable candidate is identified.
