Job summary NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) is a package of continuing care that has been arranged and funded solely by the NHS to meet a person's physical and mental health needs arising from disability, accident or illness. It is for vulnerable people with complex, intense and unpredictable needs or people who are rapidly deteriorating and possibly entering a terminal phase. Main duties of the job NHS Frimley ICB's East Berkshire Continuing Healthcare Service is seeking to recruit a highly motivated, very well organised and experienced registered nurse with qualifications in LD, MH or General nursing or an Allied professional i.e. Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker to join the team of CHC assessors to support in the processing of Continuing Healthcare and Funded Nursing Care assessments, reviews and case management. You will have knowledge of the National Framework for Continuing Healthcare (Oct 2018) and be able to: o Coordinate multi-disciplinary meetings with a range of professionals i.e. social care, care homes, other providers etc. o Undertake high quality holistic assessments of patients, clearly identifying needs using assessment tools as required. Face to face reviews/assessments will be required. o Manage a caseload of complex cases. o Cover as Duty Nurse within the Continuing Healthcare Service. About us Frimley ICB is committed to promoting a fair and inclusive workplace where all our people can flourish and reach their full potential. We know diverse teams allow for a more creative and productive environment and therefore encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity or expression, religion or belief, disability, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. We value and promote diversity and are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We believe that the best employers are those that reflect the communities they serve. We want to increase the diversity of our NHS leadership and particularly encourage applications from women, people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBT communities, younger candidates and from people with lived experience of disability, who we know are all under-represented in these important roles. Date posted 07 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year pa Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 495-ICB-5947SP Job locations King Edward VII St. Leonards Rd Windsor SL4 3DP Job description Job responsibilities You will be a key member of the team and will need to demonstrate skills in IT, report writing, managing complex patients. You will also have excellent verbal and written communication and have the ability to work in stressful situations and be able to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines. You will be working in partnership with our local authorities and experience of multi-disciplinary working is essential. A current driving licence and vehicle used for business use will be required. For an informal discussion, please email in the first instance to a.moorsheadnhs.net or juliet.hammond10nhs.net Job description Job responsibilities You will be a key member of the team and will need to demonstrate skills in IT, report writing, managing complex patients. You will also have excellent verbal and written communication and have the ability to work in stressful situations and be able to prioritise workloads to meet deadlines. You will be working in partnership with our local authorities and experience of multi-disciplinary working is essential. A current driving licence and vehicle used for business use will be required. For an informal discussion, please email in the first instance to a.moorsheadnhs.net or juliet.hammond10nhs.net Person Specification Knowledge, Training and Experience Essential Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area Further training or significant experience in project management, financial management or supporting change management processes Experience and understanding of evaluating and measuring the performance of health services. Experience in communications and stakeholder management At least 3 years post registration experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team Experience of undertaking highly complex, clinical assessments Experience of working in older persons care in NHS or Independent setting Experience of working with patients with multiple or complex care needs Experience of assessing complex needs and planning and evaluating complex care packages A good understanding of the health and social care environment and roles and responsibilities within it Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding of vulnerable adults In depth knowledge of NHS Continuing Healthcare legislation Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act Knowledge and understanding of quality, clinical audit and evidence of practice Desirable Palliative care experience Liaison with outside agencies Teaching experience Management experience Previous experience in similar role in public sector Audit data analysis- ability to analyse data and use it for audit purposes. Communication skills Essential Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences Skills for communication on complex matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence. Skills for nurturing key relationships and collaborative working Analytical Essential Ability to analyse and interpret information, pre-empt and evaluate, to produce concise and accurate written reports Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands Strategic thinking - ability to anticipate Attention to detail combined with the ability to extract key information from complex analysis Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills Desirable Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where they may be a number of courses of action. Planning Skills Essential Ability to organise and prioritise work (including delegation to others) and to complete work within set time scales Management Skills Essential Ability to build trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity in the provision of advice and support Skills for managing workload ensuring they meet NHSE targets. Physical Skills Essential Skills for processing information. Intermediate keyboard skills Autonomy Essential Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload with minimal supervision, often working within pressurized timescales. Equality and Diversity Essential Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships Other Essential An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust. Used to working in a busy environment. Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change. Commitment to continuing professional development. Professional calm and efficient manner. Effective organiser Demonstrate a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals. Car driver - ability to travel independently. Person Specification Knowledge, Training and Experience Essential Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area Further training or significant experience in project management, financial management or supporting change management processes Experience and understanding of evaluating and measuring the performance of health services. Experience in communications and stakeholder management At least 3 years post registration experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team Experience of undertaking highly complex, clinical assessments Experience of working in older persons care in NHS or Independent setting Experience of working with patients with multiple or complex care needs Experience of assessing complex needs and planning and evaluating complex care packages A good understanding of the health and social care environment and roles and responsibilities within it Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding of vulnerable adults In depth knowledge of NHS Continuing Healthcare legislation Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act Knowledge and understanding of quality, clinical audit and evidence of practice Desirable Palliative care experience Liaison with outside agencies Teaching experience Management experience Previous experience in similar role in public sector Audit data analysis- ability to analyse data and use it for audit purposes. Communication skills Essential Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences Skills for communication on complex matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence. Skills for nurturing key relationships and collaborative working Analytical Essential Ability to analyse and interpret information, pre-empt and evaluate, to produce concise and accurate written reports Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands Strategic thinking - ability to anticipate Attention to detail combined with the ability to extract key information from complex analysis Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills Desirable Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where they may be a number of courses of action. Planning Skills Essential Ability to organise and prioritise work (including delegation to others) and to complete work within set time scales Management Skills Essential Ability to build trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity in the provision of advice and support Skills for managing workload ensuring they meet NHSE targets. Physical Skills Essential Skills for processing information. Intermediate keyboard skills Autonomy Essential Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload with minimal supervision, often working within pressurized timescales. Equality and Diversity Essential Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships Other Essential An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust. Used to working in a busy environment. Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change. Commitment to continuing professional development. Professional calm and efficient manner. Effective organiser Demonstrate a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals. Car driver - ability to travel independently. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name NHS Frimley Integrated Care Board Address King Edward VII St. Leonards Rd Windsor SL4 3DP Employer's website https://www.frimley.icb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)