HCA

North Lewisham PCN; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in South East London seeks a Healthcare Assistant to support patients and assist clinical teams. The role offers competitive hourly pay and opportunities for career development. Ideal for those with primary care experience. Join a compassionate team dedicated to transforming healthcare.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Employee wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience with clinical duties like blood pressure checks and phlebotomy.
• A kind and professional approach to patient care.
• Commitment to continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Providing face-to-face support to patients.
• Carrying out clinical duties such as wound care.
• Supporting the nursing and GP team.

Skills

Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a primary care or community setting

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Competence in core HCA duties

Excellent communication and organisational skills

A team player who’s flexible and reliable

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Application Deadline: 30 September 2025

Department: HCAs

Location: South East London Sites

Compensation: £13.50 - £15.00 / hour

Description

Healthcare Assistant (HCA)


Location: All South East London sites


Full-time ideally / Part-time available


Salary: £13.50-15.00 per hour dependent on experience



Join Penrose Health – Where Compassion Meets Excellence

At Penrose Health, we’re on a mission to transform healthcare by delivering exceptional primary care services that put people first. As a Healthcare Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting patients and helping clinical teams deliver outstanding care in a warm, respectful environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing face-to-face support to patients within our practices
• Carrying out clinical duties such as blood pressure checks, ECGs, phlebotomy, wound care, weight management, and NHS health checks
• B12, shingles, pneumococcal and flu injections
• Supporting the nursing and GP team in chaperoning patients
• Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health & wellbeing
• Vaccine and cold chain storage monitoring and recording
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date clinical records
• Assisting with infection control and general health promotion
• Contributing to a positive and proactive team culture
• Support with clinical stock control management - clearing and restocking consultation rooms
  
  
  

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a primary care or community setting (preferred)
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Competence in core HCA duties such as phlebotomy, ECGs, wound care, etc.
• A kind, respectful and professional approach to patient care
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A team player who’s flexible, reliable and committed to continuous learning
  
  

Benefits

• A supportive, forward-thinking workplace that values your contribution
• Opportunities for ongoing training and career development
• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme
• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata)
• Employee wellbeing support and professional development funding
• The chance to be part of a growing organisation that’s changing the future of primary care

Apply today and help shape the future of community healthcare.


We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.