NHS 111 Health Advisor

Be the calm voice people turn to when they need help most. As an IC24 Health Advisor, thousands of people contact NHS 111 looking for advice and support daily. You'll be the first point of contact, using guided assessment pathways to assess patients' needs and ensure they access the right care at the right time. No two calls are the same: you may reassure a parent worried about their child or assist someone in a mental health crisis. This role requires balancing compassion with professionalism while making safe decisions in a fast-paced environment. Working at NHS 111 is more than a customer service role; it's a position with real purpose and the chance to make a difference every day. The work can be emotionally demanding, but you will receive comprehensive training, coaching, and support from experienced colleagues and clinicians. Full office attendance is required for this significant role, supported by ongoing learning and development opportunities.

Be the calm voice people turn to when they need help most.

Every day, thousands of people contact NHS 111 looking for advice, reassurance and urgent support.

As an IC24 Health Advisor, you'll often be their first point of contact. Through calm conversations, careful listening and guided assessment pathways, you'll assess patients needs and help them access the right care, from the right service, at the right time.

No two calls are the same. You could be reassuring a parent worried about their child's earache, supporting someone with a minor illness, those in mental health crises or helping a caller whose symptoms require an emergency ambulance response. Whatever the situation, you'll balance compassion with professionalism while making safe decisions in a fast-paced environment.

This isn't just a customer service role. It's a role with real responsibility, purpose and the opportunity to make a genuine difference to people's lives every single day.

The work can be relentless and emotionally demanding, but you'll never be expected to do it alone. With comprehensive training, ongoing coaching and the support of experienced colleagues and clinicians, we'll help you build the skills and confidence to succeed.

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100% office attendance required

What you'll be doing

Being the first point of contact for patients

Answer NHS 111 calls, listen carefully to patients' concerns and gather the information needed to understand their needs.

Assessing patient needs safely

Use NHS Pathways and approved processes to assess both urgent and non-urgent conditions, ensuring patients receive safe and appropriate outcomes.

Directing people to the right care

Signpost callers to the most appropriate service, whether that's self-care advice, primary care, urgent treatment, community services or an emergency response.

Managing challenging conversations

Support callers who may be distressed, anxious or vulnerable, demonstrating empathy while maintaining professionalism and appropriate boundaries.

Multitasking with accuracy

Navigate multiple IT systems, record information accurately and follow established processes while speaking with callers.

Delivering high-quality care

Work to quality standards, service expectations and compliance requirements while keeping patient safety at the heart of every decision.

Learning and developing

Take part in training, coaching, competency assessments and ongoing development to continually build your knowledge and confidence.

Supporting safe patient care

Recognise safeguarding concerns, escalate where appropriate and demonstrate IC24's values of Care, Excellence, Respect and Innovation in every interaction.

Who this role suits

You don't need previous healthcare experience to succeed as a Health Advisor.

What matters most is your ability to communicate, stay calm under pressure and genuinely care about helping people. We'll teach you the clinical systems and processes - you bring the right attitude, and we'll help you develop the rest.

Who are we?

Integrated Care 24 (IC24) is a leading not-for-profit social enterprise providing NHS 111, GP Out of Hours, primary care and urgent care services to more than six million patients across the UK.

Every day, our people help patients access the care they need, when they need it most.

Working in NHS 111 is rewarding, but it comes with challenges. At IC24, you'll never face those challenges alone.

You'll receive comprehensive training, ongoing coaching and the support of experienced colleagues and clinicians who want to see you succeed. Whether you're joining from customer service, retail, hospitality or healthcare, we'll help you build the confidence and skills to become an outstanding Health Advisor.

Let's be honest about the role

This role isn't for everyone.

Calls can be back-to-back, and you'll regularly speak with people who are worried, distressed or experiencing serious symptoms. The pace is fast, the training is intensive and there's a lot to learn as you build confidence using NHS Pathways, clinical processes and multiple computer systems.

What can't easily be taught is resilience, emotional intelligence, compassion and a genuine desire to help people.

Working HoursAll Health Advisors must be able to work at least 50% of weekends.

Full-Time OptionsYoull work a mix of early and late shifts, starting at 7am or 8am and finishing later than 10pm. If preferred, you can choose to work only late shifts or night shifts (typically 10pm to 6am). Weekend shifts are required every other weekend, but you can opt to work more if youd like.

Part-Time OptionsPart-time roles mainly focus on evening and weekend shifts, but a mix of early and evening shifts may be offered.

Weekday shifts are between 4-6-hours, either early between 6am-12noon or late from 4pm and longer shifts on the weekends.

Weekend-only roles are also available, and additional hours may be offered during busy periods

Training and Start DatesWere looking for candidates who can start training in January. Please note, the training for this role runs for 5 weeks and is full time (37.5 hours per week). We offer these courses in two timetables, either Monday-Friday 9am-5pm or Evening and Weekends.

What's in it for you?

Employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, a satisfactory Enhanced DBS with Barred Lists check, and three years of satisfactory references.

Integrated Care 24 (IC24) is a leading not-for-profit social enterprise providing NHS 111, GP Out of Hours, primary care, and urgent care services to over six million patients across the UK. As an organisation, IC24 is dedicated to helping patients access the care they need when they need it the most. They prioritize patient safety and support individuals in finding the right care and advice, ensuring that each patient receives adequate assistance in their time of need. IC24 values inclusion and respect for all people, encouraging applications from under-represented groups to ensure an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. By focusing on training, coaching, and providing continued support for their employees, IC24 aims to develop the confidence and skills necessary for excellence in patient care. The organisation is committed to equal opportunities and workplace adjustments, ensuring that all recruitment processes are accessible to everyone. They're proud of their commitment to safeguarding those in their care and creating a work environment where employees can continuously grow and thrive.

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