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Project Co-ordinator – Patient and Public Reference Group (PPRG)
Location: Home-based with travel across Warrington and Halton
Hours: Part-time (21 hours/week) – 12-month fixed term (with potential for extension)
Salary: £25,000 FTE / Pro Rata £14,189
Organisation: Engaging Communities Solutions (ECS) – Healthwatch Warrington & Healthwatch Halton
About the Role
Are you passionate about community engagement and improving healthcare services? ECS is seeking a dynamic Project Co-ordinator to lead the development and delivery of a new Patient and Public Reference Group (PPRG). This group will support the integration of Warrington and Halton Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Bridgewater Community Healthcare NHS Trust under the Better Care Together Programme.
You’ll be at the heart of coordinating meetings, recruiting members, gathering public insight, and ensuring community voices shape local healthcare services.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and facilitate PPRG meetings, including logistics, agendas, minutes, and reports.
- Recruit and support PPRG members in developing the group’s Terms of Reference.
- Engage with local communities to gather feedback and insights.
- Prepare reports and presentations for NHS stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate CRM records and promote volunteer engagement.
- Champion equality, diversity, and inclusive practices.
Benefits
- Flexible working scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mileage reimbursement (45p/mile)
- Generous holiday entitlement (pro rata)
- Supportive and inclusive team culture
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Ready to make a difference?
Apply now and help shape the future of local healthcare through meaningful community engagement.
Download the job description and person specification below.
To apply for this role you will need to complete an application form.
To arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Lydia Hughes, Chief Executive, Healthwatch Warrington
Lydia.Hughes@healthwatchwarrington.co.uk
No agency phone calls and/or telephone or email enquiries.
ECS is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from any individual regardless of ethnic origin, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age. All applications will be considered on merit.
Closing date for receipt of applications: 7th November
Interviews: 12th November
