Job summary This role is a fantastic opportunity for apprentices who are currently studying for NVQ Level 2/3, apprentices should note that the salary would be Agenda for Change Annex 21 trainee rate (75%max of band) until they have completed their apprenticeship. Interview Date: TBC An opportunity has arisen to join the Patient Flow and Discharge Team at Barnsley Hospital. We are looking to recruit a Patient Flow and Discharge Assistant to help support the smooth running of all aspects of patient flow for the site as well as assisting with the daily co-ordination of the discharge hub supporting patient discharges through the identified discharge pathways. This is a fast paced administrative role working within a busy environment alongside a supportive team. The ideal candidate will be a team player with a motived positive attitude. You must have excellent communication skills with a willingness to learn new skills and have some understanding of safe patient flow and discharge processes. The interview date for this role will be confirmed. If you would like to know more about the role please contact Nicola Austin (Operational Support Manager) on 01226 43 5946 or naustin1nhs.net Main duties of the job Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you want to develop and extend your skills and knowledge further?If the answer is yes then this could be the opportunity you have been waiting for We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and well-motivated individual to join the Patient Flow and Discharge team here at Barnsley Hospital. The Role This interesting and busy role has two elements to it: Patient Flow supports the Site Matrons with facilitating safe and effective patient flow, bed movements and discharges within the Trust, supporting the daily bed meetings, data gathering and inputting, submitting external SITREPs to NHS England, completion/updating of e-forms etc and producing system access for NHSP staff. Discharge supports the Home First Review team and involves working alongside team members to ensure safe discharges are followed by the ward, co-ordinating incoming/outgoing telephone calls and email communications between wards/departments, recording data accurately and liaising with external partners. It is important that candidates have excellent communication skills, a willingness to learn new skills and have some understanding of safe patient flow and discharge processes. Candidates must have the ability to follow instructions and work on their own initiative when required. If you have what we are looking for, apply today About us Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early. Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities. There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth. Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history. The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. Certificates of Sponsorship For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk), band 2 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship. Date posted 11 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year pro/rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number C9163-3557E-03-25 Job locations Pogmoor Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 2EP Job description Job responsibilities Job Description for Discharge and Patient Flow Assistant Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Supporting Documents Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation. Job description Job responsibilities Job Description for Discharge and Patient Flow Assistant Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Supporting Documents Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation. Person Specification Qualifications Essential At least 4 GCSEs (Grade 9-4). NVQ Level 3 or willingness to work towards. Experience Essential Previous experience of working in a hospital setting. Previous experience of using Lorenzo/Medway. Trust Values Essential In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important. In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job. Knowledge and Awareness Essential Able to organise own work and use own initiative. Sound understanding of confidentiality. Basic understanding of clinical governance. Knowledge of range of Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, Outlook etc). Desirable Understanding of patient flow. Person Specification Qualifications Essential At least 4 GCSEs (Grade 9-4). NVQ Level 3 or willingness to work towards. Experience Essential Previous experience of working in a hospital setting. Previous experience of using Lorenzo/Medway. Trust Values Essential In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important. In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job. Knowledge and Awareness Essential Able to organise own work and use own initiative. Sound understanding of confidentiality. Basic understanding of clinical governance. Knowledge of range of Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, Outlook etc). Desirable Understanding of patient flow. Employer details Employer name Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Pogmoor Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 2EP Employer's website https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)