Community Phlebotomist

MFT; Sale; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is recruiting a Phlebotomist to perform venepuncture across Trafford and Manchester, visiting patients at clinics and in their homes or care settings. You must hold a full UK driving licence with business use insurance and be willing to work across a 7-day rota.

Full training will be provided, and the role involves working under the Phlebotomy Supervisor and Manager, with DBS checks and adherence to NHS community health principles.

Qualifications

• Must be able to travel across Trafford/Manchester footprint and have full UK driving license with business-use insurance.
• Phlebotomy training provided; prior experience not essential.
• Flexibility to work across 7 days including weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Respond to phlebotomy requests for patients in the Primary Care Setting.
• Work as a team under the direction of the Phlebotomy Supervisor and Phlebotomy Manager.
• Provide service at clinics across Trafford & Manchester and visit housebound patients at home or in care facilities.
• Work with minimal supervision after completion of training.
• Contribute to health checks such as blood pressure, height and weight when required.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Driving licence

Patient care

Job description

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Main area Phlebotomy Grade NHS AfC: Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week (Monday - Sunday to provide cover over 7 days) Job ref 349-LCOD-8310150-RL4

Site Trafford & City wide Town Sale Salary £25,272 per annum (pro rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 26/10/2026 23:59

Job overview

We are TraffordLocal Care Organisation - an exciting, new public sector organisation bringing together NHS community health services and adultsocial care services in Trafford. We’re driven by the aim of improving the health of local people in Trafford by working across organisational boundaries.

Our community healthcare teams inadults andchildren's servicesare employed by Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust and deployed to us, linking closely with our colleagues in Manchester Local Care Organisation. Our teams work as one and together we will make a massive difference to the health of people in Trafford.

We are looking to recruit a trained/untrained Phlebotomist to join our team. For this role it is necessary that you are a caring and courteous individual that can work under pressure in a challenging environment You will be responsible for carrying out venipuncture working across the Trafford/Manchester Footprint for patients in their own homes, Care/Nursing homes, and in clinics to meet service needs, as such it is essential that you have a full UK driving license and a vehicle insured for business use.

The phlebotomist will respond to phlebotomy requests for patients in the Primary Care Setting. They will work as a team under the direction and guidance of the Phlebotomy Supervisor and Phlebotomy Manager. The service will be provided at a variety of clinics across Trafford & Manchester

Main duties of the job

The Phlebotomist will respond to phlebotomy requests for patients in the Primary Care Setting.

They will work as a team under the direction and guidance of the Phlebotomy Supervisor and Phlebotomy Manager.

The service will be provided at a variety of clinics across Trafford & Manchester in addition to visiting housebound patients in their own homes or residential/nursing homes.

The phlebotomist will work with minimal clinical supervision and without direct supervision following completion of an approved training course.

As part of an ongoing development programme/Job description the clinician may be required to provide Health care checks e.g. Blood pressure monitoring, Height and weight checks.

The post holder will work without direct supervision. Applications are invited from flexible individuals for the above post. Phlebotomy experience is not essential as full training will be given.

Working for our organisation

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Documents to download’ heading.

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Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:

Standard DBS : Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS : Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police that’s considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the children’s and/or adults’ barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check

Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS

At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment.If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Person specification

Knowledge

• Experience of working in the community
• Experience within a Health Care setting
• Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of the nursing and medical workforce within the community
• Knowledge of GP practices and community clinics
• Experience of working in the community
• Previous phlebotomy experience

Experience

• An understanding acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Katherine Alleyne Job title Community Phlebotomy Service Supervisor Email address [e-mail] Additional information

Jacqueline Kenyon

TLCO Community Phlebotomy Service manager

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