Healthcare Assistant

Purosearch Ltd; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Nottingham is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join their primary care team. The role involves providing essential nursing support and patient care while delivering health promotion and education. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and strong communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, with options for full-time or part-time work.

Benefits

Competitive salary and pension scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Protected training and CPD time

Supportive team environment

Access to wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant in primary care or community setting.
• Competent in phlebotomy and blood pressure measurements.
• Commitment to continuous learning and high clinical standards.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical staff in delivering high-quality care.
• Carry out clinical procedures including phlebotomy and ECG recording.
• Accurately record clinical data on patient systems.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Patient-focused

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Tools

EMIS

SystmOne

Job description

Job Title:

Healthcare Assistant (Primary Care)

Location:

Nottinghamshire (e.g., Newark / Nottingham / NG6 area)

Employment Type:

Permanent Full-Time (37.5 hrs) or Part-Time considered

Salary:

£23,000 – £27,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

About the Practice

A friendly and progressive general practice is looking for a motivated Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join its multidisciplinary primary care team.

The practice prides itself on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, supporting individuals to live healthier lives, and improving outcomes across the local community. You’ll be joining a supportive, professional environment that encourages development, collaboration, and innovation.

Role Summary

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will work under the guidance of registered clinicians (Practice Nurses, GPs, and Clinical Leads) to provide essential nursing support and patient care.

Your role will combine hands-on clinical work with health promotion, patient education, and administrative duties, helping ensure patients receive compassionate, efficient, and safe care.

Key Responsibilities

• Support clinical staff in the delivery of high-quality care and treatment

• Carry out clinical procedures including:

  • Phlebotomy (blood taking)

  • Blood pressure, height, weight, and BMI checks

  • ECG recording

  • Urinalysis and sample collection

  • Wound care and dressing changes (as trained)

  • New patient health checks and NHS Health Checks

  • Flu and COVID vaccinations (with training/competency)

• Prepare and maintain clinical rooms, equipment, and stock levels

• Accurately record clinical data on patient systems (e.g. EMIS or SystmOne)

• Support chronic disease monitoring through data collection and observations

• Deliver lifestyle advice and promote self-care in areas such as weight management, smoking cessation, and diet

• Work collaboratively with the wider clinical team to improve patient outcomes and experience

• Adhere to infection control, safeguarding, confidentiality, and health & safety policies

• Participate in audits, meetings, and training as required

Person Specification

Essential:

• Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant (in primary care, hospital, or community setting)

• Relevant care or clinical qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent)

• Competent in phlebotomy, blood pressure measurement, and ECGs

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Compassionate, reliable, and patient-focused

• Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team

• Commitment to continuous learning and high clinical standards

Desirable:

• Experience within a GP or primary care setting

• Trained in flu or COVID vaccination delivery

• Familiarity with EMIS Web or SystmOne

• Knowledge of infection prevention and control (IPC) practices

• Understanding of QOF and primary care targets

Values & Behaviours

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Caring: Always putting patients first, treating everyone with dignity and respect.

• Ambitious: Seeking opportunities to improve care quality and efficiency.

• Resourceful: Working proactively, solving problems, and supporting colleagues.

• Excellent: Maintaining the highest professional standards and striving for best outcomes.

Benefits & Support

• Competitive salary and pension scheme

• Generous holiday entitlement

• Protected training and CPD time

• Supportive, team-oriented working environment

• Access to wellbeing and development programmes

• Opportunities for career progression within the practice and wider network

Working Hours:

• Typically between 08:00 and 18:30 (Monday–Friday)

• Flexible patterns and part-time options available

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your experience, competencies, and motivation for applying. Applications are welcome from experienced HCAs and those transitioning from community or secondary care.