Corporate Communications Manager (Maternity Cover) – Tyne & Wear Fire and Rescue Service

Corporate Communications Manager (Maternity Cover)

Please note: The Service is currently undertaking a job evaluation review across all corporate roles and as a result, the grade and salary associated with this post may be subject to change following completion of the process.

About the role

We are seeking to fill an upcoming temporary vacancy for the position of Corporate Communications Manager for a period of up to 12 months.

The successful individual will be an integral part of the Corporate Communications Team, and report to the Head of Data and Communications. The role will provide leadership of communications activities to enable the service to meet its vision of ‘Creating the Safest Community’, through the delivery of Service Strategy and CRMP.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to the TWFRS Values of Safety, Integrity, Inclusivity and Learning, and champion these in their day‑to‑day work. They will also demonstrate and the highest standards of ethical behaviours and champion these in their day-to-day work in compliance with our ethical code of conduct.

We welcome applications from all sections of society with the necessary skills, qualifications and experience and encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

As the Media and Communications Manager, you will:

• Be responsible for developing and leading the Service’s internal and external communications and engagement activities across the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service;
• Support the successful delivery of the Service’s Strategy, and strategic goals and priorities, by:

– driving and managing a range of communications activities;
– contributing to strategic planning and evaluation activities;
– providing comprehensive, professional advice and support to the Service;
– managing the Corporate Communications Team.

We are seeking a candidate who has demonstrable experience of:

• Working in public relations, journalism, media or communications environment within a complex organisation
• Managing and leading a communications team, with responsibility for both people and process
• Liaising with the media / press, with examples of successful outcomes
• Managing a team workload, including competing demands and priorities
• The development and implementation of internal and external strategic communications
• Providing advice and guidance to senior management
• Delivering multi-faceted media training
• Managing content management systems / websites.

The Selection Process

Set out below are the key dates relating to this selection process:

Stage Timeline*

Advert closes – 1200 noon on 5th June 2026
Notification of shortlist – W/C 8th June 2026
Interview – W/C 15th June 2026
*Please note the dates and stages detailed may be subject to change