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Health Information Editor - Hybrid
Location (UK): Office Hybrid* - London, Sheffield, Cardiff or Glasgow
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Salary: 33,698 per annum (London), 30,635 per annum (rest of UK)
Benefits: Read more about the excellent benefits we offer
Contract type: Fixed term, 18 months
Travel: Occasional travel to other Arthritis UK offices (approximately quarterly)
Closing date: 23:59 hours, Wednesday 22 July 2026Join us and use your skills, knowledge, passion and energy to help us achieve a future free from arthritis.We are looking for an experienced Health Information Editor with strong writing and editing skills and a background in producing evidence-based health information.The role requires confidence working within Patient Information Forum (PIF) accredited processes, communicating complex information in Plain English and adapting content for different audiences and formats. It also involves working closely with clinicians and people with arthritis to review and improve information, ensuring it is accurate, accessible and inclusive.The posts sit within the Health Information Team in the Services and Devolved Nations directorate. The team produces trusted print and digital information to support people at all stages of their arthritis journey, and this role plays an important part in maintaining its quality, relevance and accessibility.About the role
This role offers the chance to work on information that has real reach and significance, supporting people with arthritis at moments when clear, trustworthy guidance matters most. It suits someone who enjoys balancing editorial judgement with empathy and who wants to see the wider impact of their work beyond the page.You will be part of a supportive Health Information Team within a values-led organisation that supports flexible working, with opportunities to collaborate widely, develop your skills and contribute to how health information continues to evolve.About youIf your knowledge, skills and experience include the following then wed love to hear from you:
- Experience of working within Patient Information Forum (PIF) accredited health information production and review processes.
- Strong background in writing, editing and reviewing health information for public audiences.
- Ability to communicate complex health information clearly and accurately using Plain English principles.
- Confidence working with healthcare professionals to support review and sign-off of health information content.
- Ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences, formats and channels.
- Experience managing digital content using a Content Management System and writing for digital audiences.
- Knowledge of search engine optimisation practices and how to apply them to health information content.
- Excellent copywriting, editing and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, clinicians and people with lived experience.
- Awareness of the importance of equality, diversity and inclusion in health information.
- Self-motivation and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
*As a hybrid worker the expectation is that you will spend around 40% of your working time in our office spaces or working in community settings.As an inclusive employer we will consider home-based working for anyone where office-based hybrid working would be a barrier to being able to work for us, for example for someone living with a long-term health condition or disability.Download the job description and person specification for
the Health Information Editor role (Word 174 KB).BenefitsYour excellent benefits include:
- Flexible hours, environments and working practices to promote a healthy work/life balance.
- Health and wellbeing support including the Employee Assistance Programme (free confidential 24/7 support with mental health, legal and financial queries).
- Simplyhealth cash plan.
- Supportive and inclusive culture, with a wide range of employee networks and support groups available to join.
- Learning and personal development opportunities.
- Competitive annual leave, with the option to buy/sell up to five days per year.
- Generous pension plan, with employer contribution of up to 10%.
- Life Assurance plan (4 x salary).
How to applyYou must be based in and hold the right to work in the UK to apply for this position.To apply you
MUST submit:
- a concise, up-to-date CV
- along with an Application form (Word 157KB) demonstrating how you meet the key requirements set out in the job description and person specification for the Health Information Editor role (Word 174 KB).
- All sections of the application form must be fully completed.
Email both documents
as Word or PDF attachments by 23:59 hours, Wednesday 22 July 2026 to .If you have a health condition that prevents you from following the steps above, please email us regarding alternative ways to apply, .Application deadline and shortlisting
- We advise candidates to apply early as we reserve the right to close applications ahead of this date.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We do not wish to receive contact from agencies or media sales.
Please note that we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) during our recruitment and selection processes, and we would respectfully ask that you also refrain from using AI during the selection process. Whilst we do recognise that AI may be a beneficial tool for some when aiding research and preparation for an application or interview, we want to maintain a fair, inclusive and positive recruitment experience at Arthritis UK where candidates can feel supported to demonstrate their experience, knowledge, and skills without the use of AI generated answers.InterviewInterview date(s) to be confirmed.As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee you will be offered an interview if you disclose a disability and demonstrate sufficient evidence within your application that you meet the essential criteria for this role. We will also make any reasonable adjustments you may require for your interview.About usWe have made a commitment in our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy to increase the diversity of our charity and we welcome candidates from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. We want our employees, volunteers and trustees to represent the broad diversity of the communities of which we are a part.There are over 10 million people living with arthritis. Thats one in six, with over half of those living in pain every single day. The impact is huge as the condition slowly intrudes on everyday life affecting the ability to work, care for a family, to move free from pain and to live independently. Yet arthritis is often dismissed as an inevitable part of ageing or shrugged off as just a bit of arthritis. We dont think that this is OK. Arthritis UK is here to change that.Arthritis UK is committed to keeping children, young people and vulnerable adults safe from harm. During the recruitment process we will undertake safer recruitment practices and relevant checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with children, young people and vulnerable adults.Read more about working for us.Animal ResearchWe are committed to developing new treatments for arthritis. To achieve this, we fund a broad range of medical research, and this includes research which uses animals. For further information, please seeAnimal Research PolicyArthritis UK is a Registered Charity No: 207711 and in Scotland No. SC041156.
Job Info:
- Company: Arthritis UK
- Position: Health Information Editor - Hybrid
- Work Location: United Kingdom
- Country: GB
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