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Triage Clinican
Bracknell On-site 2-5 yrs exp Technology, Information and Internet 1 employees£42k – £50k / year
Clinical TriageClinical ReasoningCritical ThinkingClinical Decision-MakingPatient Assessment
Requirements
Applicants must have current NMC registration, at least two years of physical nursing experience in a community setting, and strong critical-thinking and clinical decision-making skills. The role also requires effective communication, teamwork, risk management, flexibility for bank holiday and weekend work, a valid UK driving licence, and access to a car.
Job Description
An exciting career opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Triage Clinician to join the Bracknell Community Nursing Team - this role is both office and practice-based.
The Triage Clinician will provide clinical support, assistance and professional expertise to all callers to the Clinical Nursing Triage, including both healthcare professionals and patients within Bracknell. The service is the main point of access for Bracknell Community Nursing taking referrals from professionals and patients requiring healthcare services and the Trust Health Hub.
Within this position you will be required to demonstrate sound clinical reasoning and have a positive enthusiastic approach to the role. This role is partially office based and also working with patients in their own homes as part of the urgent nurse support. Also, the role may be supporting one of our community clinics on site in Bracknell.
We are a friendly and supportive team, looking for highly motivated RNs who demonstrate a passion for delivering care to the community. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring the local community receive the highest quality of care in their own homes.
As a Triage Clinician, no day is the same and you will be communicating with patients and service providers of varied needs.
Please note you must currently be in the UK with access to a car for work purposes to be eligible for this role.
Main duties of the job
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Our Values At Berkshire Healthcare Are:
Date posted
29 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£41,957 to £50,387 a year
per annum (Inc. of HCAS)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
371-CHS1198-D
Job locations
Church Hill House, 51 Turing Drive, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7FR
51 Turing Drive
Bracknell
RG12 7FR
United Kingdom
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The Must Haves For This Role:
In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Philomena Grey on 07771872618 or email: philomena.grey@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
The Must Haves For This Role:
In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Philomena Grey on 07771872618 or email: philomena.grey@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Person Specification
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Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
Essential
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
Additional Requirements
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Essential
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Church Hill House, 51 Turing Drive, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7FR
51 Turing Drive
Bracknell
RG12 7FR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Church Hill House, 51 Turing Drive, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7FR
51 Turing Drive
Bracknell
RG12 7FR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Church Hill House, 51 Turing Drive, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7FR
51 Turing Drive
Bracknell
RG12 7FR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Church Hill House, 51 Turing Drive, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7FR
51 Turing Drive
Bracknell
RG12 7FR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
The Triage Clinician will provide clinical support, assistance and professional expertise to all callers to the Clinical Nursing Triage, including both healthcare professionals and patients within Bracknell. The service is the main point of access for Bracknell Community Nursing taking referrals from professionals and patients requiring healthcare services and the Trust Health Hub.
Within this position you will be required to demonstrate sound clinical reasoning and have a positive enthusiastic approach to the role. This role is partially office based and also working with patients in their own homes as part of the urgent nurse support. Also, the role may be supporting one of our community clinics on site in Bracknell.
We are a friendly and supportive team, looking for highly motivated RNs who demonstrate a passion for delivering care to the community. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring the local community receive the highest quality of care in their own homes.
As a Triage Clinician, no day is the same and you will be communicating with patients and service providers of varied needs.
Please note you must currently be in the UK with access to a car for work purposes to be eligible for this role.
Main duties of the job
- To work as a key member of the Triage Team.
- To offer sound expert clinical advice that oversees entry into our service.
- To maintain up-to-date Statutory and Mandatory training and be prepared to rotate into clinical services as necessary to maintain clinical skills.
- To hold professional registration and adhere to professional codes of practice and conduct.
- To work in conjunction with administrative support staff and the community nursing service to provide high quality, clinical triage using knowledge, skills, critical thinking and professional judgement.
- To assist the administrative support staff where required by accepting the transfer of cases requiring additional clinical advice, reviewing recorded clinical information and offering advice.
- To provide urgent clinical support to patient in their own homes and in-house clinic support.
- To control and manage calls effectively by using skilled questioning, active listening and excellent verbal communication skills in a calm, professional manner.
- The Community Triage Nurse will possess the ability to prioritise tasks, cases and situations appropriately to ensure effective delivery of services during periods of high demand.
- To liaise and communicate clinical information verbally and/or via telephone to Clinical Nursing Staff as appropriate to ensure continuity of care for the caller.
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Our Values At Berkshire Healthcare Are:
- Caring for and about you is our top priority
- Committed to providing good quality, safe services
- Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
- Flexible working options to support work-life balance
- 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Excellent learning and career development opportunities
- 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
- Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
- Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
- Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
- Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
- Free parking across Trust sites
Date posted
29 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£41,957 to £50,387 a year
per annum (Inc. of HCAS)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
371-CHS1198-D
Job locations
Church Hill House, 51 Turing Drive, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7FR
51 Turing Drive
Bracknell
RG12 7FR
United Kingdom
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The Must Haves For This Role:
- NMC Current PIN
- At least 2 years physical nursing experience within a community setting
- Excellent critical thinking skills to be able to make clinical decisions based on information callers provide
In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Philomena Grey on 07771872618 or email: philomena.grey@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
The Must Haves For This Role:
- NMC Current PIN
- At least 2 years physical nursing experience within a community setting
- Excellent critical thinking skills to be able to make clinical decisions based on information callers provide
In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Philomena Grey on 07771872618 or email: philomena.grey@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Person Specification
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Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Current NMC Registration
- IT knowledge and accurate keyboard skills
- 2 years physical clinical experience within a Community setting
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Willingness to undertake further training and development
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Essential
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Experience of working in a customer focussed environment
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
- Able to communicate effectively with patients / carers / healthcare professionals and team members
- Able to demonstrate use of own initiative in ever changing circumstances
- Evidence of effective team working
- Able to demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of community services
- Ability to prioritise workload and remain calm whilst working in a pressurised environment
- Ability to demonstrate and show evidence of effective clinical skills as per BHFT Band 5/6 competencies
- Ability to identify risks
- Ability to work autonomously
- Ability to manage distressed patients or relatives with terminal/palliative care needs who telephone the Hub
- Ability to deal with patient referrals who have intravenous therapy and complex dressing requirements
- Ability to identify risks and act accordingly with regard to safety of patients and others
- Ability to receive and act on developmental feedback
- Cultural/diversity awareness and evidence of a non-discriminatory approach
- Positive and enthusiastic approach to work and challenging situations.
Essential
Additional Requirements
- Ability to undertake flexible working. BH and weekend work will be required
- Valid UK driving licence
- Access to a car
##
Essential
- Ability to undertake flexible working. BH and weekend work will be required
- Valid UK driving licence
- Access to a car
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Church Hill House, 51 Turing Drive, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7FR
51 Turing Drive
Bracknell
RG12 7FR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Church Hill House, 51 Turing Drive, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7FR
51 Turing Drive
Bracknell
RG12 7FR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
- To work as a key member of the Triage Team.
- To offer sound expert clinical advice that oversees entry into our service.
- To maintain up-to-date Statutory and Mandatory training and be prepared to rotate into clinical services as necessary to maintain clinical skills.
- To hold professional registration and adhere to professional codes of practice and conduct.
- To work in conjunction with administrative support staff and the community nursing service to provide high quality, clinical triage using knowledge, skills, critical thinking and professional judgement.
- To assist the administrative support staff where required by accepting the transfer of cases requiring additional clinical advice, reviewing recorded clinical information and offering advice.
- To provide urgent clinical support to patient in their own homes and in-house clinic support.
- To control and manage calls effectively by using skilled questioning, active listening and excellent verbal communication skills in a calm, professional manner.
- The Community Triage Nurse will possess the ability to prioritise tasks, cases and situations appropriately to ensure effective delivery of services during periods of high demand.
- To liaise and communicate clinical information verbally and/or via telephone to Clinical Nursing Staff as appropriate to ensure continuity of care for the caller.
- Ability to undertake flexible working. BH and weekend work will be required
- Valid UK driving licence
- Access to a car
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Church Hill House, 51 Turing Drive, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7FR
51 Turing Drive
Bracknell
RG12 7FR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Church Hill House, 51 Turing Drive, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7FR
51 Turing Drive
Bracknell
RG12 7FR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Education
Professional Certificate
Skills
Clinical TriageClinical ReasoningCritical ThinkingClinical Decision-MakingPatient AssessmentTelephone CommunicationActive ListeningWorkload PrioritizationRisk IdentificationCommunity NursingUrgent CareIntravenous TherapyComplex Wound DressingTeamworkPatient and Carer CommunicationProfessional Judgment
About VISSPO
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