Job summary GP Practice in Ashington and Newbiggin Care Co-ordinator The successful candidate will have experience of working in health, social care or other support roles which are in direct contact with people, families or carers. They will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills; good organisation and administrative skills, including minute taking and writing. Experience of working in a primary care environment would be advantageous but is not necessary. Closing Date: 05.05.25 Interview Date: 20.05.25 Seaton Park Medical Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer Main duties of the job The aim is to help people improve their quality of life, avoid unplanned admissions and reduce the effects of long-term conditions on their well-being. Care Coordinators will play an important role within the Primary Care Network to reduce health inequalities and support meeting both PCN and Practice targets. They will work closely with the Practice and PCN staff to identify, engage with and proactively coordinate personalised care and support planning for the most vulnerable in our community, including the frail/elderly, people living in care homes, people with mental illness and those with long-term health conditions. About us We are a forward-thinking, innovative Practice with a friendly and inclusive philosophy. We are the largest Practice in Northumberland with c. 19,700 patients, 6 GP Partners, 7 Salaried GPs, Pharmacists, ANPs, Musculoskeletal Practitioners and a highly skilled Nursing team. We work as part of Wansbeck Primary Care Network with 4 other practice including Bedlingtonshire, Gables and Guidepost covering c. 47,000. The Network has a variety of Additional Roles including Community Link Workers, Mental Health Practitioners, First Contact Physios, Health & Well Being Coaches, Dietician and Pharmacists. The Practice philosophy is rooted in a culture of care. Everyone working within the practice is committed to the NHS, to the provision of a high-quality service and to respect and value for our patients and each other. We are a friendly, welcoming and inclusive team who enjoy working together. The Practice's aim to be a top-quality healthcare team is supported by our values: working in partnership with our patients, quality, innovation, fairness, continuous learning and a supportive team. Date posted 10 April 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £29,540 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number I9869-2600 Job locations Seaton Park Medical Group Norham Road Ashington Northumberland NE63 0NG Job description Job responsibilities Care Coordinators will play an important role within the Primary Care Network to reduce health inequalities and support meeting both PCN and Practice targets. They will work closely with the Practice and PCN staff to identify, engage with and proactively coordinate personalised care and support planning for the most vulnerable in our community, including the frail/elderly, people living in care homes, people with mental illness and those with long-term health conditions. The aim is to help people improve their quality of life, avoid unplanned admissions and reduce the effects of long-term conditions on their well-being. Please see the attached Job Description in Supporting Documents for more information. Job description Job responsibilities Care Coordinators will play an important role within the Primary Care Network to reduce health inequalities and support meeting both PCN and Practice targets. They will work closely with the Practice and PCN staff to identify, engage with and proactively coordinate personalised care and support planning for the most vulnerable in our community, including the frail/elderly, people living in care homes, people with mental illness and those with long-term health conditions. The aim is to help people improve their quality of life, avoid unplanned admissions and reduce the effects of long-term conditions on their well-being. Please see the attached Job Description in Supporting Documents for more information. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Functional Literacy and Numeracy level 2/GCSE Grade A-C, including Maths and English Language. Desirable NVQ level 3 in health and social care related discipline. Experience Essential Experience of working in health, social care or other support roles which are in direct contact with people, families or carers. Demonstrable and proven organisational capability in a complex environment. Working in a confidential environment. Trained in the use of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel. Awareness of Data Protection Act and confidentiality. Desirable Knowledge of the Primary Care environment. Working in a GP Practice. GP Clinical systems. Experience of working with people who may face health inequalities Person Specification Qualifications Essential Functional Literacy and Numeracy level 2/GCSE Grade A-C, including Maths and English Language. Desirable NVQ level 3 in health and social care related discipline. Experience Essential Experience of working in health, social care or other support roles which are in direct contact with people, families or carers. Demonstrable and proven organisational capability in a complex environment. Working in a confidential environment. Trained in the use of Microsoft Office including Word and Excel. Awareness of Data Protection Act and confidentiality. Desirable Knowledge of the Primary Care environment. Working in a GP Practice. GP Clinical systems. Experience of working with people who may face health inequalities 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. Employer details Employer name NHS North Of England Commissioning Support Unit Address Seaton Park Medical Group Norham Road Ashington Northumberland NE63 0NG Employer's website https://www.necsu.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)