The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Discharge Coordinator

The closing date is 19 January 2026

Job summary

Here on Ward B4 Care of the elderly 2y bed base Ward it is expected that the Discharge Coordinator works alongside our team of Nurses, Therapy, Pharmacy and Doctors to coordinate safe and timely discharges that come with a range of complexities requiring a multi-disciplinary approach.

Main duties of the job

The Discharge Coordinator will be expected to work as part of the Ward team under the direction of the Lead Nurse CRU with training and overview supported by Patient Flow Projects Matron. They will coordinate the discharge of Patients from the ward in line with the Trust standards and policies. The post holder will liaise and communicate effectively with relatives, community colleagues, discharge services, other allied health professionals and Medical/Nursing staff.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

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Date posted

09 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year Per annum, Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-12-049

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Have you been referred to apply under the Widening Participation Agenda?

Essential

If so, please provide the name of the organisation that referred you to enable us to validate and track your application.

Experience

Essential

Within the relevant area

Desirable

Continuing Health Care Experience
Checklists/DST

Qualifications

Essential

Health or Social Care Planning/Delivery with patients/clients
Evidence of continuing professional development
Continuing Health Care Training
Level 3 Health &/or Social Care Qualification or willing to obtain

Desirable

Assistant Practitioner Qualification

Knowledge

Essential

Demonstrates knowledge of policies, practices and procedures e.g.NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to discharge services

Person Specification

Have you been referred to apply under the Widening Participation Agenda?

Essential

If so, please provide the name of the organisation that referred you to enable us to validate and track your application.

Experience

Essential

Within the relevant area

Desirable

Continuing Health Care Experience
Checklists/DST

Qualifications

Essential

Health or Social Care Planning/Delivery with patients/clients
Evidence of continuing professional development
Continuing Health Care Training
Level 3 Health &/or Social Care Qualification or willing to obtain

Desirable

Assistant Practitioner Qualification

Knowledge

Essential

Demonstrates knowledge of policies, practices and procedures e.g.NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to discharge services

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.