Care Transfer Hub Clinical Specialist

Care Transfer Hub Clinical Specialist

• Company: NHS Jobs
• Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: Barnstaple, EX31 4JB
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 20 Oct 2026
• Closing date: 3 Nov 2026

Summary

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Nurse to join our Care Transfer Hub at Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, North Devon District Hospital. The Care Transfer Hub is an integrated multidisciplinary team bringing together Complex Discharge, Adult Social Care and Single Point of Access services. Applications are invited from experienced Registered Nurses with a passion for patient advocacy, problem solving and patient flow. A background in both Community and Acute services would be an advantage. Knowledge of health and social care funding and eligibility criteria would be beneficial but not essential. Whilst the role can be challenging at times, you will be well supported by a friendly team of Health and Social Care professionals. You will have the opportunity to gain valuable transferrable skills, in this unique team which works across acute, community and the private provider settings. We try to ensure a good work life balance for all of our members and feel that we are approachable and seek to encourage and support our team members to develop in their roles. Full time hours would be preferred but we can be flexible for the right candidate. If you'd like further information, please do get in touch to talk the role through with us. We are happy to provide any training required and induction will be tailored to the successful individuals specific needs.

Working Pattern

3 days per week

Interview Date

Thursday 12th or Monday 16th of November 2026

Contact Information

For further information please contact: Sarah Bishop at or Sandra Walsh at Care Transfer Hub Team Leads on .

Additional Information

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree, or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit. You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure options, and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme.

These are just a few of the benefits available. If the role interests you, we'd love to hear from you.