We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Urgent Care Service Assessor to join our strong and progressive team in the Folkestone area of South Kent Coast. You will share the CARE values of the trust and work within a close-knit group of people who bring the feeling of community to the team through their hard work and dedication to nursing and to the people of the area.
Community is the heart of our trust and we are working with primary care colleagues locally to respond to the needs of our patients and we want you to be part of this change.
Folkestone is made up of a diverse patient group with complex needs and by working in a community-based way we can ensure that services are targeted and patient-focused, and we are proactive in our input and response.
Main duties of the job
You will play a vital role in our multidisciplinary services; supporting patients with complex needs in the community. You’ll have the freedom to plan care in your own way, with time to develop your assessment and treatment skills with the support of senior staff.
Our aim is to build on collaborations so that we can continue to build a positive patient experience. As a short-term service, the predominant part of your role with be assessing, planning and reviewing care needs, liaising with other team members to ensure safe, high quality care.
You will be required to drive between patient homes and work sites and will need to provide your own transport to achieve this.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of Foundation Degree Level study (Level 5) or equivalent (Nursing Associate) or willing to work towards Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C or equivalent in English and Maths)
Desirable
- Mentorship / Coaching qualification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Senior Healthcare worker Experience of working as part of a team Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of IT packages (E-Pay / E-roster / AT-P / Rio)
Desirable
- Experience of community environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS and Primary Care including Clinical Governance, NICE, Essence of Care, National Urgent Care Agenda Knowledge of up to date clinical practice Understanding of the role and remit of a Band 4 assessor
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Sound communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written) Ability to organise own work and use own initiative Ability to cope with change Moderate IT skills Holds current UK driving licence & access to vehicle
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice Ability to work under pressure Flexible and adaptable
Ability to Manage
Essential
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agendas for health under the guidance of the Registered Practitioner Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, considering Trust policies and procedures Ability to manage own time effectively
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Closing Date: 23 March 2025
