HCA

Staff Partners Business; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-established GP Practice in Cambridge is looking for a Permanent Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join their team. Responsibilities include supporting clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, blood pressure monitoring, and maintaining infection control. The successful candidate must have HCA experience and possess excellent communication skills. This part-time role offers competitive pay, a supportive environment, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Friendly practice environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as an HCA within a GP surgery is strongly preferred.
• Confident in delivering a range of clinical tasks.
• Professional, reliable and well-organised.

Responsibilities

• Support the practice's clinical team and contribute to high-quality patient care.
• Deliver a range of clinical tasks including monitoring and recordings.
• Maintain infection control standards and accurate record-keeping.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Blood pressure monitoring

ECGs

Excellent communication skills

Patient-care skills

Job description

Healthcare Assistant (HCA) - Permanent Position

Location: Cambridge

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 8:00am to 1:00pm

Pay: £12.93 - £13.25 per hour (DOE)

I am working with a well-established GP Practice in Cambridge who are seeking a Permanent Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join their clinical team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HCA looking for a stable part‑time role within a supportive primary care environment.

The Role

The successful candidate will support the practice's clinical team and contribute to high-quality patient care. Typical General Practice duties include:

• Phlebotomy
• Blood pressure monitoring and general observations
• ECGs
• NHS Health Checks
• Wound care and dressings
• Height, weight & BMI checks
• Smoking cessation and lifestyle advice
• Urine dipstick testing
• Support with chronic disease reviews
• Assisting in seasonal vaccination clinics
• Maintaining infection control standards
• Accurate record‑keeping on clinical systems

Previous experience working as an HCA within a GP surgery is strongly preferred, and relevant competencies are essential.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous General Practice HCA experience
• Confident in delivering a range of clinical tasks
• Excellent communication and patient‑care skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider clinical team
• Professional, reliable and well‑organised

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £12.93-£13.25
• Permanent part‑time hours
• A friendly and supportive practice environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities