NHS Old Parsonage Surgery

22/04/2026

01/04/2026

The NHS is urging residents to think ahead and use services wisely this Easter.

With the school holidays starting on the 3 April, NHS Kent and Medway is encouraging parents and carers to be prepared by keeping a well-stocked medicine cabinet at home and ordering repeat prescriptions in good time.

Families can download our booklet https://www.kmhealthandcare.uk/download/nhskmprimary-schooldigitalpdf.pdf?ver=4122&doc=docm93jijm4n1270 aimed at children aged five to 11-years-old, which has information about common childhood health issues, things you should have at home and what to do if your child is unwell.

GP practices will be closed over the bank holiday weekend. If you feel unwell, get advice from your local pharmacist and don't wait for it to get more serious. Check the opening times of your nearest pharmacy. https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy/

Urgent treatment centres are open every day and treat minor illnesses and injuries such as sprains, minor burns and broken bones. Live waiting times for urgent treatment centres can now be found at www.kmhealthandcare.uk/urgent-care

Dr Kate Langford, chief medical and outcomes officer at NHS Kent and Medway, said: “The long bank holiday weekend places extra pressure on health services and while it's important to come forward with any health concerns, you can help ease the pressure by choosing the right service.

“If you are not sure what to do, contact NHS 111 online or by phone, or visit www.StopThinkChoose.co.uk to find information about local health services.”

18/03/2026

UPDATE ON MENINGITIS: Many of us are understandably concerned about the current meningitis outbreak in Kent.
We are receiving a number of enquiries about this and are happy to help you.

Please could we ask that BEFORE you contact us, check the most up to date information on the Kent and Medway ICB website https://www.kentandmedway.icb.nhs.uk/

If you have SYMPTOMS of meningitis, you should attend your nearest A&E or call 999

If you are concerned that you or a family member may have been in close contact with someone with meningitis please call UKHPA helpline on 0344 225 3861

We will keep you updated with any further information presented to us.

We are the NHS organisation that plans and buys healthcare services to meet the needs of the 2million people living in Kent and Medway.

17/03/2026

We understand that the recent Meningitis breakout is extremely worrying for many of our patients. If you are concerned or affected, Kent and Medway have some advice https://www.kentandmedway.icb.nhs.uk/news/meningitis-outbreak-in-the-canterbury-area-4187/ or you can follow the link below for more information about Meningitis.

Meningitis Now is the UK's largest meningitis charity, offering support, funding research and raising awareness. Find out about the work we do to save lives

09/02/2026

We would like to congratulate our General Practice Assistant Jen, and her husband Alex, on the safe arrival of baby Sidney on 5th January!

26/01/2026

24/11/2025

24/11/2025

Think you need urgent dental care? Urgent dental appointments are now available.

Find out how to get the help you need. Go to nhs.uk/urgentdentalcare

07/11/2025

Have you lost anything or think you may have left something with us by accident? We have accumulated a few personal items that we would love to reunite with their owners.

• 1 silver insulated water bottle
• 1 Ladies’ black lightweight jacket
• 1 pair of reading glasses with metal pink frame
If no one claims these items within 4 weeks then they will be disposed of. Please ask at Reception.

07/11/2025

MEET THE TEAM

Sally Morrison-Booth, Reception

After working for 20 years in investment banking in Paris and London, I left to raise my wonderful family and it also allowed us to bring into the fold our gorgeous dogs and cats. Now that my twins have left for university, I am delighted to have the opportunity to learn something new again by joining the fantastic team here at the Old Parsonage, and I always enjoy speaking with our lovely patients.

I’m a keen skier, love exploring new countries, going on long dog walks and this year I did a 12,000ft skydive to raise money for SE Dog Rescue – thankfully the parachute worked! I really look forward to meeting more of you as the time goes on.

13/10/2023

Job Title: GP Receptionist/Care Navigator
Accountable to: Practice Manager

Job Summary
•To be responsible for undertaking a wide range of general receptionist duties and the provision of administrative support.
•Offer general assistance to the Practice team and project a positive and friendly image to Patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone.
•Receive, assist, and direct Patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way.

Primary Responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

Answer incoming phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with the callers request appropriately
Processing prescription requests
Process appointment requests from patients
Manage all patient inquiries in an effective manner
Input data into the patient’s healthcare records as necessary
Code data on EMIS Web clinical system
Support all staff with general administrative tasks as requested.
Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times
Have a working knowledge of the telephone system.
Act as chaperone when required
Covering duties during staff absence
Opening up/locking up the practice premises maintaining security
Maintaining and monitoring the practice appointments system
Initiating contact with and responding to requests from patients, other team members and associated healthcare agencies

This list is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be asked to complete any other duties as required.

For more information call Amanda 01580 211241
Apply via NHS Jobs or send your CV to amanda.trimmer@nhs.net

02/06/2023

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