Donor Carer

NHS Blood and Transplant; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to saving lives as a Donor Carer. In this vital role, you will provide exceptional care to blood donors, ensuring their comfort and safety during the donation process. With comprehensive training and a supportive team environment, you will gain valuable skills while contributing to a crucial healthcare mission. Enjoy flexible working options and generous leave entitlements, all while making a meaningful impact in your community. This is an exciting opportunity to embark on a rewarding career path within the NHS, where every day brings new challenges and the chance to help others.

Benefits

6-week comprehensive training

Flexible working options

27 days annual leave plus 8 bank/public holidays

NHS pension scheme benefits

Payments for unsociable hours

Rotas published 6 weeks in advance

Qualifications

• Experience in dealing with the public and delivering quality customer service.
• Willingness to learn new technology skills and undergo digital training.

Responsibilities

• Learn hands-on healthcare skills and assist in blood donation sessions.
• Ensure accurate records of donor sessions and manage blood products.

Skills

Customer Service

Public Interaction

Digital Training

Education

Good Numeracy Skills

Good Literacy Skills

Skills for Health Care Certificate

Tools

Medical Equipment Handling

Record Keeping Systems

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Job Summary

NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) collects over 7,000 blood donations every day, providing vital blood and blood products that help to save and improve the lives of thousands of people every year. Our team provides a welcoming and special environment for our volunteer donors, ensuring they receive exceptional, first-class care.

As a Healthcare Assistant Blood Donation, you will have the opportunity to learn valuable skills and be an essential member of our team. You’ll play a vital role in saving and improving lives daily in an environment where every day is different. We work within our Donor Centres and out in the community, not in hospitals.

Main duties of the job

You will learn hands-on skills in healthcare and take your first steps into a professional career within the NHS. You’ll be fully trained in how to set up for a session, how to take blood from donors, and you’ll be their first point of care during their time with us.

You’ll also ensure accurate records of donor sessions, manage the safe handling of blood and blood products, needles, and other medical equipment. Providing excellent service to donors to encourage repeat donations is also key.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you’ll work variable hours including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, without night shifts. You’ll work alongside medical professionals, gaining more autonomy and responsibility than similar roles elsewhere in the NHS.

About You

Experience and Knowledge

• Experience dealing with the public
• Experience delivering quality customer service
• Willingness to learn new technology skills and undergo digital training

Qualifications And Training

• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Willingness to undertake development and training, including the Skills for Health Care Certificate
• Valid full UK Driving Licence (Manual) with no more than 6 penalty points

About Us

At NHSBT, over 6,000 staff make a difference by helping communities across the UK. We play a vital role in the NHS by facilitating blood, organ, tissue, and stem cell donations to save lives.

Our core values are Caring, Expertise, and Quality, guiding all our work. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all community sectors.

What We Offer You

• 6-week comprehensive training
• Rotas published 6 weeks in advance
• No night shifts
• Payments for unsociable hours, overtime, allowances
• Flexible working options where role permits
• 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank/public holidays, increasing with service
• Access to NHS career development and the Thrive learning program
• NHS pension scheme benefits

Further details and the full Job Description and Person Specification are available. Shortlisted candidates will attend an in-person blood collection session tour and a face-to-face interview. Virtual interviews are not available. Travel expenses are not covered.

This vacancy closes at 23:59 on 14th May 2025 and may be withdrawn earlier if sufficient applications are received. Interviews are expected in the weeks of 19th and 26th May, subject to confirmation.