Overview
Surrey Downs Health & Care
Working across organisational boundaries as part of the Surrey Downs Health and Care system, the integrated health and care team provides rapid access, enhanced short-term health and care support for people who would otherwise require emergency hospital admission, and for those medically stable to return home from an acute hospital but needing enhanced short-term support as part of their ongoing care pathway. The Surrey Downs Health and Care Home First service spans the acute and community to provide joined-up, coordinated care to local citizens with health and social care needs, aiming to support people living independently by offering rapid multidisciplinary assessment and support at times of crisis.
Responsibilities
* Lead the NHS CHC led D2A and Continuing Health Care processes within the acute hospital setting, facilitating discharges and supporting the Transfer of Care Hub and Hospital Staff with referrals for CHC led D2A assessments and CHC Fast-Track assessments throughout the acute environment, and make recommendations to the relevant CHC services.
* Be an integral part of the Discharge to Assess (D2A) pathway, selecting appropriate candidates in conjunction with social care practitioners, and planning for CHC eligibility assessments to be undertaken post-discharge in the community.
* Work closely with the CHC Placement and D2A administrative teams to ensure communication and timely sourcing of Packages of Care or placements in care homes for patients eligible for the D2A and Fast-Track pathways.
About us
Surrey Downs Health and Care delivers care closer to people’s own communities through Primary Care Networks, Community Hospitals, Specialist Services, and an innovative partnership of local NHS organisations. We are committed to person-centered care that goes beyond organisational boundaries to serve individuals.
The partnership includes:
* The GP federations GP Health Partners, Dorking Health Care, and Surrey Medical Network
* CSH Surrey
* Epsom and St Helier's University Hospitals NHS Trust
* Surrey Council
Historically, boundary lines between organisations that provide care at home, in GP surgeries, and in hospitals have existed, but we are united in our mission to provide great care for those who need us. We formed Surrey Downs Health and Care to enable local people to receive the right care in the right environment, improving patient care and access to support and treatment. Our shared values guide better care for residents.
Details
Date posted: 11 September 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £53,751 to £60,651 a year Pro Rata per Annum inc Outer HCAS
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 6 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 343-SDH&C-7365745
Job locations: Epsom General Hospital, Epsom, KT18 7EG
Responsibilities and Qualifications
Job responsibilities: For more details about the role and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.
Qualifications
* Knowledge - Essential: Educated to degree level in a relevant subject or equivalent experience in health or social care. Professional healthcare/clinical qualification and current registration with a relevant body (NMC or HCPC).
Experience
* Essential: Experience in assessing health and social care needs, care planning and coordination.
* Ability to work effectively under stressful conditions in a rapidly changing environment.
* Knowledge and experience of NHS funded Continuing Health Care criteria and CHC led D2A guidance and policies.
* Experience in developing, reviewing and adjusting care packages.
* A good understanding of the health and social care environment, including acute hospitals and hospital discharge processes.
Other information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a DBS submission may be required to check for previous convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer: Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Address: Epsom General Hospital, Epsom, KT18 7EG
Employer website: https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us
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