Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join our team and assist with the processing of funding applications for procedures which may require prior approval from the Commissioner. Working within a multifaceted team, this is an opportunity for someone seeking to develop in an exciting and challenging role. You must be articulate, be able to prioritise conflicting workloads and have a good understanding of RTT pathways and Service Restriction Policies. A good team player, you will be happy liaising with a broad range of people with different skills and at all levels,and be able to demonstrate that you can act on your own initiative and manage your workload effectively. You will be committed to your own personal development and a willingness to learn and develop new skills will be positively encouraged. You will become part of a committed and enthusiastic team and will play an instrumental part in the smooth running of the Mid Essex Funding Team. Main duties of the job You will work in a small, enthusiastic and busy team currently supporting services at our Broomfield Site. You will be fully supported to deliver the responsibilities of this role and to develop themselves and the team around them to the best they can and be committed to delivering the Trust values of Excellent, Compassionate and Respectful. About us With a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff, we can now do more and go further in delivering health services to our local communities. Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. Patients will experience improved care as well as fewer delays and cancellations. We are able to provide more once-in-a-lifetime specialist care region-wide. With our new trust size will come more opportunities for development, research, networking and innovation. We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust. Date posted 07 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 a year Per annum ( Pro rata for part time) Contract Fixed term Duration 10 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 390-COR-BR-0427 Job locations Broomfield Court Road Broomfield, Chelmsford CM1 7ET Job description Job responsibilities For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description, but some of the responsibilities include To process and log all patient funding requests and forward to the various ICBs for approval To understand and use the various Commissioners Service Restriction Policies, keeping abreast of any changes and advising relevant departments accordingly To understand 18 weeks referral to treatment (RTT) pathway rules in order to prioritise funding for elective patients effectively To liaise with Consultants, Medical secretarys, GP Practices, ICBs and patients to complete funding applications and obtain missing information To work alongside, and cooperatively, with Patient Access staff and other Admin teams to ensure a seamless process from beginning to end To recognise patients on a cancer pathway and liaise with Cancer Services MDT co-ordinators to ensure patients are dealt with appropriately To oversee the administration of funding requests to the relevant ICB to ensure that the Commissioners Clinical Priority Policy is met Job description Job responsibilities For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description, but some of the responsibilities include To process and log all patient funding requests and forward to the various ICBs for approval To understand and use the various Commissioners Service Restriction Policies, keeping abreast of any changes and advising relevant departments accordingly To understand 18 weeks referral to treatment (RTT) pathway rules in order to prioritise funding for elective patients effectively To liaise with Consultants, Medical secretarys, GP Practices, ICBs and patients to complete funding applications and obtain missing information To work alongside, and cooperatively, with Patient Access staff and other Admin teams to ensure a seamless process from beginning to end To recognise patients on a cancer pathway and liaise with Cancer Services MDT co-ordinators to ensure patients are dealt with appropriately To oversee the administration of funding requests to the relevant ICB to ensure that the Commissioners Clinical Priority Policy is met Person Specification Education & Work Experience Essential A-levels or equivalent work experience Desirable Healthcare qualification Professional Essential NHS working experience Desirable Exposure to NHS fudning principles Person Specification Education & Work Experience Essential A-levels or equivalent work experience Desirable Healthcare qualification Professional Essential NHS working experience Desirable Exposure to NHS fudning principles 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). 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). Employer details Employer name Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Broomfield Court Road Broomfield, Chelmsford CM1 7ET Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)