About this role
Job summary
Contact Centre Agent
DBS Level required: Enhanced
Join our Bradley Contact Centre team and help patients access safe, timely care.
What the Role Offers
You will handle calls, book appointments and support patients through busy periods.
Pay Rates
Rates:
In Hours: 13.21 per hour, MonFri 08.0018.00 Out of Hours: 14.21 per hour, evenings and weekends Base Location
Local Care Direct, Unit 2, Longbow Close, Bradley, Huddersfield, HD2 1GQ.
Hybrid working may be available after training and probation.
Shifts Available
Various shifts available to suit full-time or part-time applicants.
Monday, Weeks 1, 3 & 4 - 13:00 - 18:29 Monday, Weeks 1-4, 1800-2159 Monday, Weeks 1-4, 1800-2359 Tuesday, Week 4, 1300-1829 Tuesday, Week 4, 1800-2159 Tuesday, Weeks 1-4, 1800-2359 Thursday, Weeks 1-4, 1800-2159 Thursday, Weeks 2 & 4, 1800-2359 Saturday, Weeks 1-4, 1000-2159 Saturday, Weeks 1-4, 1600-1959 Saturday, Week 2, 2000-2359 Sunday, Weeks 1-4, 1000-2159
Please note: our rota operates on a 4-week rolling basis to meet service demand.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Main duties:
Handle inbound calls professionally Book appointments using SystmOne Manage appointment diaries Reassure patients and provide clear information Support safe queue management Complete admin tasks Work flexibly to meet demand Follow policies and confidentiality rules
Main duties of the job Qualifications
Essential: Level 2 English & Maths (GCSE Grade C or equivalent) Desirable: None specified Experience Essential: Working in a call centre environment or dealing with the public on the telephone Desirable: Working with core operational systems System One Working in a healthcare environment Skills Essential: Highly developed communication skills verbal and written High levels of organisation Logical thinker High levels of empathy Strong IT skills inc. knowledge of MS Office Conflict resolution skills Able to develop good relationships with customers both internal and external Following processes Desirable: Negotiation and influencing skills Knowledge Essential: Local Care Direct Services Fluent in English language Desirable: Knowledge of working in a Healthcare Environment NHS Services Health and safety principles
About us
At Local Care Direct, we are proud to be a values-led social enterprise providing essential health and support services across West Yorkshire. Since 2004, our teams have helped people access the right advice, care and support in the right place, at the right time and as close to home as possible.
With around 500 colleagues working across seventeen sites, we deliver services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including GP out-of-hours care, urgent treatment centres, walk-in services, a central contact centre, dental assessment and booking, and tailored support for NHS partners.
We are looking for people who share our commitment to honesty, integrity, fairness, consistency, kindness and respect. In return, you will be part of a supportive, inclusive organisation where colleagues are valued and encouraged to make a real difference for patients, partners and local communities.
As part of our team, you will have access to development opportunities, clear progression pathways and a range of employee benefits, including:
NHS pension scheme Dedicated volunteer leave 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, increasing with service Employee Assistance Programme for confidential wellbeing support Hybrid and flexible working options, dependent on role Access to the Blue Light Card for national discounts If you want to be part of an organisation that puts people first and supports you to develop, we would welcome your application.
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Employer details Employer name Local Care Direct
Address Unit 2
Longbow Close
Bradley
West Yorkshire
HD2 1GQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.localcaredirect.org/ (Opens in a new tab)