Discharge Support Officer

The Support Officer will be an integral member of the Discharge Hub team, assisting the clinical and social care staff in the Hub to ensure the safe and effective management of all electronic supported discharge forms coming into the hub. This will involve liaising with a wide variety of stakeholders however, the post holder will be based in Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda., The main duties of the role will include reviewing incoming electronic referrals transfer of care forms, and using IT processes to assist with triage / escalation, and processing of referrals forms to the point of patient transfer / discharge. This may involve the co-ordination / booking of Non-Emergency Patient Transport, along with liaising with external providers such as community hospitals, care homes, community care teams, local authority teams, CHC teams and the voluntary care sector, other Health Boards. Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see 'Welsh Language Guidance' in the documents right at the bottom., You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac The post holder will be required to liaise with numerous members of staff and wards to ensure there is effective, efficient communication and management of discharge processes, gather important data from the Discharge Hub for the production of reports and to enable the Discharge Hub team to make decisions on patient transfer into the most appropriate available community capacity, whilst minimising any discharge delays. The transfer routes will be defined by appropriate protocols and triggers. Duties will include: + Collect, collate and report a range of supported discharge information and report to the Operational Manager + Quality assure the information included in the forms received by the hub and query where information is missing or is not sufficient to meet standards of trusted assessment document + Liaise with staff on multiple wards/units to ensure timely discharge process management, as well as timely responses where there have been requests for additional information, to prevent any unnecessary/avoidable discharge delays + Apply agreed escalation process if information requested is not received from ward in timely manner - escalate to Discharge Hub Operational Manager in first instance + Support Discharge Hub manager in producing regular reports and updates for the Discharge Hub Manager on referral activity and flow into, through and out of supported discharge community pathways + Engage actively with ward staff to reduce discharge delays relating to discharge forms and/or lack of available community care capacity and escalate concerns to the Discharge Hub Manager + Maintain and promote confidentiality + Promote and maintain good relationships within the Department and with staff of all discipline throughout the hospitals We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from individuals within protected groups as outlined in the Equality Act 2010. This includes, but is not limited to, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race/nationality, religion/belief, disability, pregnancy and maternity, and marriage and civil partnership. We also warmly welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community. Applicants who are not UK or Republic of Ireland nationals will require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa unless they already hold permission to work via another route. Prospective applicants should self-assess their eligibility for sponsorship by visiting the UK Government's Work in the UK guidance. For eligible candidates, the Health and Care Visa offers reduced application costs and exempts payment of the annual Immigration Health Surcharge. Please ensure you check your email regularly, as all recruitment correspondence will be sent to the email address provided on your application form. Applications are welcome in either Welsh or English, with no preference given to the language used. We reserve the right to close a vacancy early or withdraw an advertisement to accommodate the redeployment of internal staff into suitable roles. All posts are subject to relevant checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check and, where required, Professional Registration verification. We are proud to be a Living Wage Employer.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers. Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities. CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life. Our CTM 2030 Strategy-Our Health, Our Future-focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve
• We treat everyone with respect
• We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development. At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Thank you for your interest in joining Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board. Located in the heart of South Wales, we're central to Cardiff, Newport, and Swansea. Deeply rooted in our community, as an NHS organisation we are dedicated to providing compassionate patient care and building healthier communities together. At CTM, you'll be part of a supportive, inclusive team from diverse nations, cultures, and backgrounds. Every role counts, every person matters, and together, we're creating a space where everyone can thrive. Discover more about working with us here: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board - Join CTM Home - Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board The Agenda for Change Pay Award for 2026/27 is effective from 1^st April 2026. Please note successful applicants with a start date from 1^st April onwards the salary will be as per the 2026/27 pay award. For further detail the pay circular is available via this link https://www.nhs.wales/files/pc-resources/afc-w-02-2026-pdf-pdf?ts=1773244958086