Service Coordinator

British Red Cross; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK charitable organization is seeking a Service Coordinator based in Hove to manage the transition of patients from hospital to home. This role involves coordinating a team of staff and volunteers to ensure services are provided with care and efficiency. Candidates should have strong leadership skills, a full UK driving license, and experience in a community support or healthcare environment. This permanent position offers 28 hours of work per week, with a salary range of £23,590 to £25,155 per annum, pro rata.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Strong leadership skills to manage staff and volunteers.
• Experience in coordinating services in a community or healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for hospital and community referrals.
• Coordinate and support a team of staff and volunteers to deliver services.
• Monitor service delivery and ensure quality standards are met.

Skills

Team management

Community engagement

Record keeping

Budget management

Job description

Service Coordinator

Location: Hove, with travel around the East Sussex area

Salary: £23,590 to £25,155 per annum, pro rata

Hours: 28 per week

Contract: Permanent

Additional Requirement: Applicants must have a full licence (2 years) and access to a vehicle.

Overview

Are you ready to lead a team that helps people move from hospital to home with dignity and care?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? Are you passionate about supporting people in crisis and making a real difference in your community? As a Service Coordinator, you'll be the vital link between hospital referrals and care at home. You'll manage a team of staff and volunteers, ensuring services are delivered safely, efficiently, and with heart. This role is central to our mission of connecting human kindness with human crisis.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the main point of contact for hospital and community referrals.
• Coordinating and supporting a team of staff and volunteers to deliver services.
• Monitoring service delivery, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring quality standards are met.
• Attending hospital meetings, managing the service budget, and stepping in to su...