Health Information Officer in Leeds

Hours: Full-time 34.5 hours per week over 5 days

Location: Hybrid working: 1 day a month minimum working at the office in Yeadon

Salary:£30,812.94 starting salary with pay progression opportunities

Contract: Permanent

DBS: A basic check will be required for this role

(For more information please read our Policy Statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders or our FAQs)

About us

At Epilepsy Action we are inclusive, ambitious, supportive, and committed to creating a world without limits for people with epilepsy.

As we achieve the goals in our 2024 - 2030 strategy we are excited to welcome you to our passionate, supportive and committed team.

We understand the importance of a work life balance, and that's why we have a number of ways to support our people to achieve this. By operating a flexible and supportive approach, we empower people to work in a way that suits them that also meets the need of the charity.

If you are interested in building a career you can be proud of in an inclusive and ambitious organisation we might have the role for you!

About the role

At Epilepsy Action, we know the importance of having access to clear, accurate and trustworthy information about epilepsy. Our high-quality and evidence-based health information allows people living with epilepsy and their family and friends to understand their condition, make informed choices, and live their lives to the fullest.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Health Information Officer to join our health information team and help make that happen.

This is an opportunity to bring together your knowledge of scientific research, your talent for communicating complex information, and your commitment to making a positive difference in people’s lives. You’ll play an essential role in creating and maintaining high-quality health information that people living with epilepsy, their families, friends and carers can trust.

From our website and videos to printed guides and booklets, your work will help people find the answers they need, understand their epilepsy, and feel better equipped to live a life without limits.

We know that the best information comes from combining clinical expertise with real-life experiences. This is why you will be responsible for coordinating information reviews by healthcare professionals, and by people living with epilepsy. You will also work closely with colleagues across Epilepsy Action to ensure new information can be shared quickly with the public, service users and supporters.

This is primarily a remote role with office attendance 1 day per month. Our working arrangements may vary depending on the needs of the role and the activities involved, so flexibility is important.

Together, we’re working towards a world without limits for people with epilepsy.

About you?

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a good understanding of PIF-TICK accreditation and processes
• Has experience creating health information resources based on scientific literature
• Can communicate complicated topics in simple language for a lay audience
• Works well in a team and independently

Click here for the job description and person specification

Interested?

If you are interested in what you have read so far you can either submit your application via our online portal or alternatively if you still have some questions before applying you can contact us for a friendly informal chat at [email protected]

Being an Inclusive Organisation

We want everyone in our community regardless of their backgrounds, identities, abilities, or circumstances, to feel valued and respected to participate fully. We know that inclusivity isn’t about numbers; it’s about embracing diversity and ensuring that everyone's voice is heard, needs are met, and contributions are acknowledged.

We recognise that each person’s experiences shape how they think and having diverse representation across the organisation is fundamental to achieving our ambitions.

Despite this we are not as diverse as we would like and we actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.

We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, this means we encourage applications from disabled people, and we are committed to interviewing disabled applicants who demonstrate through their application that they meet the essential criteria in the person specification. We want to support you to perform your best so if you require any reasonable adjustments please let us know.

Safer Recruitment

Epilepsy Action will ensure that all staff and volunteers who work in roles which are legally entitled to get a DBS or Access NI (Northern Ireland) check are screened appropriate to the role.

If a DBS or Access NI check reveals a conviction for a sexual offence against a child or vulnerable adult, whenever it was committed, that individual is not suitable for that role and will not be recruited. Any other convictions will be considered on an individual basis.

For further information, please see our Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policy and Safeguarding Children Policy, or contact [email protected]

Closing Date: Friday 4th December 2026 at 9am

Informal Chat: Week commencing 7th December 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 14th December 2026

Recruitment process: We believe that having an informal chat before the formal interview process allows us and you to have an open and honest conversation about the role, our organisation culture and what attracted you to apply. This is why as part of this process we will be inviting people to a 30 minute online chat with a member of our team before inviting shortlisted candidates to formal interview.

If you want to find out more about what it is like to work with us visit our jobs webpage and review our FAQs.

If you have a disability or long term health condition and feel that you would benefit from a reasonable adjustment as part of the process, please contact [email protected]

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications therefore early applications are advised.