Job summary
We are looking for an innovative, assertive and flexible individual, with strong leadership skills to oversee the Planned Care Therapy administration teams within the Community Health & Integrated Care (CHIC) Division. This role will also provide support to Service Managers, General Manager, Heads of Service and Head of Allied Health Professions.
This is a permanent post, 37.5 hours per week, working across areas including Bexhill, Hastings, Rother, Seaford, Hailsham and Eastbourne. The ability to travel independently will be essential.
We aim to provide a positive working environment, staff experience and development for all whilst supporting the delivery of high standards of individualised patient care.
Main duties of the job
Main duties involved in this role include:
To lead the administration staff within the Planned Care Therapies sub-division
Ensure the timely and responsive processing of referrals and booking management systems within the sub-division, monitoring and providing assurance for both data quality and referral to treatment times.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached which will be utilised by shortlisters during the recruitment process.
You must be able to travel independently, carrying equipment e.g. laptop and car sharing as required. You must have access to a car and hold a current full driving license. The Trust has partnered with NHS Fleet solutions to provide a cost-effective way to lease a brand new car via salary sacrifice.
If you have any questions about this position or would like to arrange an informal visit, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached which will be utilised by shortlisters during the recruitment process.
You must be able to travel independently, carrying equipment e.g. laptop and car sharing as required. You must have access to a car and hold a current full driving license. The Trust has partnered with NHS Fleet solutions to provide a cost-effective way to lease a brand new car via salary sacrifice.
If you have any questions about this position or would like to arrange an informal visit, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths and English
- NVQ4 level Management Qualification or equivalent operational Management experience
- Typing and word processing to RSA3 or equivalent
- Expert Knowledge of specialist IT systems
- Evidence of ongoing relevant training and development to postgraduate level
Desirable
- Project or programme Management Qualification
- Evidence of higher learning in leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of leadership and managing staff
- Proven recent experience of working in a busy office environment as an administrator.
- Experience of working a large organisation in a similar role.
Desirable
- Experience of working in the health sector
- Experience of working with digital rostering systems
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths and English
- NVQ4 level Management Qualification or equivalent operational Management experience
- Typing and word processing to RSA3 or equivalent
- Expert Knowledge of specialist IT systems
- Evidence of ongoing relevant training and development to postgraduate level
Desirable
- Project or programme Management Qualification
- Evidence of higher learning in leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of leadership and managing staff
- Proven recent experience of working in a busy office environment as an administrator.
- Experience of working a large organisation in a similar role.
Desirable
- Experience of working in the health sector
- Experience of working with digital rostering systems
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).
Additional information
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).
