Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Discharge Co-ordinators to join our Transfer of Care Hub working with colleagues from both Health & Social Care.
The role of the Discharge Co-Ordinator will be an integral part of the integrated discharge team who will be responsible for assisting the multi-agency teams with safe and timely discharges from the acute hospital setting.
This role will work to cover 7 days working in the Trust on both sites.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking applicants with recent experience of providing direct health or social care to patients, hospital experience is desirable but not essential. Educated to GCSE or equivalent level with evidence of good literacy and numeracy, as well as good communication skills. Evidence of relevant clinical and administration / IT skills to NVQ3 or an equivalent level. NVQ 3 in Care is desirable.
Persons appointed will be supported with competencies & development
You will be based at Conquest and Eastbourne Hospital, however there may be a requirement on occasion for cross-site cover.
Weekend working will required.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of providing direct health or social care to patients
- Previous experience of working as part of a team
- Ability to communicate and work with patients
Desirable
- NHS or Social Services Experience
- Experience within Therapy Setting
- Experience of facilitating discharge processes
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of relevant clinical and administration / IT skills to NVQ3 equivalent level
- Educated to GCSE or Equivalent level with evidence of good literacy and numeracy
- Commitment to undertake required training in post
Desirable
- NVQ3 in Care
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This advert is for TOCH - Discharge Coordinator Admin - Conquest & Eastbourne with East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust in St Leonards On Sea, South East, England. It is listed as a Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £25,760 - £27,476 per annum, pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 11 Aug 2026.
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