Job summary Heartwood Medical Practice is a well-established and respected GP Practice in the centre of Swadlincote, based within the modern Swadlincote Health Centre. Heartwood has recently gone through a period of growth, reflected by an ongoing increase in team members. We now have a team of around 40 staff including the clinical and administration staff. We are looking to hire a Care Co-ordinator to cover a period of one year maternity leave. The Care Co-ordinator role is funded for a full time staff member through the ARRS scheme, via our PCN (Primary Care Network). Whilst the role is based at Heartwood Medical Practice, there is an expectation to work alongside the Care Co-ordinators peer group within other member practices of the Swadlincote PCN. Main duties of the job This post provides an opportunity for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, hardworking and reliable individual to join our friendly and supportive team. The successful candidate must have previous experience of a similar care co-ordinator or admin role within a GP surgery environment, ideally using SystmOne. The role will include working independently proactively reviewing and reporting on patients care needs, co-ordinating the process of appointment journeys, attending meetings with internal and external stakeholders regarding Safeguarding and Child Protection matters, and all other associated administrative work. Full details attached in the job description and person specification. About us Heartwood Medical Practice has a patient list of 11,000, supported by a team of almost 40 full and part time staff, including 3 Partner GPs, 2 Salaried GPs, Nurse Practitioners, Paramedic, Pharmacist, Practice Nurses, Health and Wellbeing Coach, Health Care Assistants and Administration team. Our team is friendly and supportive and will help new members of staff settle into the role. Date posted 25 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Fixed term Duration 1 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number A4578-25-0010 Job locations Heartwood Medical Practice Civic Way Swadlincote Derbyshire DE11 0AE Job description Job responsibilities The Care Co-ordinator vacancy is a full time role, typically during office hours with an expectation of some flexibility for earlier starts or later finishes as required. It is a temporary role for a period of one year, covering maternity leave. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will start in May, to allow handover period. Full details are included in the Job description and Person specification attached. Applications will only be considered from those who have previous experience of working within an administrative role within a GP practice or very similar healthcare setting. Job description Job responsibilities The Care Co-ordinator vacancy is a full time role, typically during office hours with an expectation of some flexibility for earlier starts or later finishes as required. It is a temporary role for a period of one year, covering maternity leave. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will start in May, to allow handover period. Full details are included in the Job description and Person specification attached. Applications will only be considered from those who have previous experience of working within an administrative role within a GP practice or very similar healthcare setting. Person Specification Experience Essential Previous experience of working in similar environment is essential. Person Specification Experience Essential Previous experience of working in similar environment is essential. 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 Heartwood Medical Practice Address Heartwood Medical Practice Civic Way Swadlincote Derbyshire DE11 0AE Employer's website https://www.heartwoodmedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)