Application Deadline
5 April 2026
Department
Corporate Services
Location
Customer Services Centre
Compensation
£26,227 / year
Description
Priory are recruiting a Client Referral Co‑ordinator to join the team in our Customer Service Centre. A Customer service function which is open 365 days a year, acting as the first point of contact for all self‑paying clients looking to take their initial first steps into Treatment, and NHS professionals in supporting emergency bed placements, throughout our national network of hospitals. We are a non‑clinical function who provide available options for them to make informed choices on the best treatment pathways.
Location of the role: Customer Service Centre, Ground Floor, Admiralty House, 9 Fudan Way, Stockton on Tees, TS17 6EN
What you’ll be doing
Inbound call centre, providing a customer‑centric experience. We are dedicated to providing prospective clients with the range of treatment options available, and assisting them to take their first steps into the most suitable pathway.
Duties include but are not limited to:
* Answering inbound client calls surrounding initial treatment enquiries
* Answering client emails surrounding initial treatment enquiries
* Accurate logging of client data into internal systems, and in line with GDPR guidelines
* Liaising with internal and external stakeholders in helping clients access treatment
* Ability to recognise vulnerability and following safeguarding protocols when necessary
* Tailoring available services in line with client needs
* Arranging funding for NHS services
Further information is available in the job description.
What you’ll bring to the role
* Ability to work to call KPIs and internal quality standards
* A minimum of 2 years previous experience in a client‑facing role
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to work lone and also work as part of a team
* Confidently handle calls where you will talk about difficult subjects, support vulnerable customers, and deliver solutions with care and empathy
* Ability to work a varied shift pattern including weekends, evenings and nights
* Good knowledge of mental health conditions and services is desirable
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
* 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + additional day’s leave for your Birthday!
* Annual leave entitlement increases based on length of service: 27 days after 5 years’ service and 30 days after 10 years’ service
* Length of service recognition awards – every 5 years
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Competitive Pension Scheme
* Initial Disclosure Check Cost covered, if applicable to role
* ‘My Possible Self’ App and health‑related benefits
* Online discounts and cashback rewards – Priory Perks
* Smart Technology scheme (qualifying period)
* Cycle to work scheme (qualifying period)
* Smart Holidays (qualifying period)
* Gym Flex (qualifying period)
* Healthcare Cash Plan – Simply Health Scheme
* Eye Care Vouchers
* ‘Cash for Colleagues’ – Employee referral scheme
* Access to development opportunities
* Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
* Leadership & management development
* Parental Leave Gift
Please take the time to familiarise yourself with the full job description attached prior to making an application.
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
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