Healthcare Assistant

NHS; Taunton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join their dedicated team in Taunton, England. The role involves working in a multidisciplinary environment to support patients receiving cancer treatment while ensuring high standards of care. The ideal candidate will have a QCF Level 3 qualification and experience in healthcare settings such as cannulation and phlebotomy. This permanent full-time position offers a salary between £24,937 and £26,598 per year, along with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development opportunities

Blue Light Card for discounts

Qualifications

• Able to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to learn and take on challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support administration of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy.
• Deliver fundamental care for patients under the supervision of a nurse.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience in a healthcare environment

Cannulation

Phlebotomy

Recording ECGs

Monitoring blood glucose levels

Education

QCF Level 3 in healthcare or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking to appoint a Healthcare Assistant who is enthusiastic, motivated with a passion for caring to join our dedicated Team in Beacon Day Unit and Outpatient Department.

The unit specialises in Oncology and Haematology.

As a Healthcare Assistant you will work as part of a large multidisciplinary team and will play a key role in supporting the administration of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy whilst delivering the fundamentals of care for patients under the supervision of a nurse.

Individuals should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills who are willing to learn and take on new challenges as the service develops.

Main Duties of the Job

Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided. Full details of duties can be found in the job description. There will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shift patterns. Please be advised – this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.

About Us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we’re committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you’ll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away – and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it’s a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all – the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Details

Date posted: 11 December 2025

Pay Scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full‑time

Reference number

184-OL-PU-3203

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

Job Description

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Person Specification

Qualifications – Essential

• A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be a Vocational NVQ, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare, or be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience.

Experience – Essential

• Previous experience in a healthcare environment
• Cannulation and phlebotomy
• Experience of recording ECGs
• Experience of taking and monitoring blood glucose levels

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer Details

Employer name: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address:

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

Website: https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/