Long-Acting Reversible Contraception Healthcare Assistant

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A public healthcare provider in Greater London is looking for a Long-Acting Reversible Contraception Healthcare Assistant to support the delivery of community-based services. The role involves providing patient-focused support, maintaining clinical records, and assisting during procedures. Candidates with a level 3 or 4 healthcare qualification and phlebotomy certification are preferred. The position offers a part-time locum contract with a competitive pay rate of £20 per hour.

Qualifications

• Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards an equivalent level.
• Phlebotomy certification is required.
• Experience working in a healthcare setting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-focused support before, during, and after LARC procedures.
• Maintain accurate clinical records using the EMIS Clinical system.
• Prepare and maintain clinical environments and equipment.

Skills

Experience of working with the general public

Experience of working in a healthcare setting

Experience in a primary care environment

Education

Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4)

Phlebotomy certification

Completion of the HCA Care Certificate

Tools

EMIS Clinical system

Job description

Job Summary

The Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) Healthcare Assistant (HCA) supports the delivery of community-based Long-Acting Reversible Contraception services for patients registered with GP practices in Barking & Dagenham. Working as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team, the post holder provides patient-focused support before, during, and after LARC procedures, ensuring safe, efficient, and compassionate care within their scope of practice.

Refer to the main LARC HCA Job Description and Person Specification, together with the LARC HCA Appendix, for full details of the roles responsibilities. This includes requirements relating to clinical governance, service delivery, audit and escalation processes, incident reporting, complaints management, and organisational reporting arrangements.

About Us

Together First CIC is a community interest company that brings together 31 GP practices across Barking & Dagenham to deliver services at scale for the local population. The organisation works collaboratively to support general practice sustainability while improving access to care. Together First CIC provides a range of services on behalf of the borough, including extended hours GP appointments, diagnostic services, and vaccination programmes, with a strong focus on quality, equality, and continuous improvement.

Our four sites, all located in Barking and Dagenham, are listed in the location section on the side.

Job Details

Date posted: 19 December 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £20 an hour

Contract: Locum

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: M0005-25-0010

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-focused support before, during, and after LARC procedures.
• Welcome and support patients, ensuring a calm and professional environment.
• Prepare and maintain clinical environments and equipment, keeping stock levels appropriate.
• Assist GPs during procedures and routine clinical tasks.
• Maintain accurate clinical records using the EMIS Clinical system.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control standards.
• Support referral pathways and contribute to audits and patient feedback processes.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Experience

• Experience of working with the general public.
• Experience of working in a healthcare setting.
• Experience of working in a primary care environment. (Desirable)

Qualifications

• Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards an equivalent level.
• Phlebotomy certification.
• Previous completion of the HCA Care Certificate. (Desirable)

Service-Specific Duties

• Patient Reception & Support: Provide a warm and professional welcome to all patients.
• Clinical Assistance: Support GPs during medical procedures, examinations, and routine clinical tasks.
• Systems Management: Maintain accurate patient records and manage clinical data entry using the EMIS Clinical system.
• Inventory & Stock Control: Monitor and manage stock levels to ensure all clinical rooms and administrative areas are fully equipped and organised.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Name: Together First CIC Barking and Dagenham GP Federation

Address: Althorne Way, Dagenham, Essex, RM10 7DF

Job Locations

Althorne Way, Dagenham, Essex, RM10 7DF

Barking Hospital, Upney Lane, Barking, IG11 9LX

Becontree Medical Centre, Becontree Avenue, Dagenham, Essex, RM8 3HP

Broad Street Resource Centre, Morland Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM10 9HU

Parsloes Hub, 2 Hobart Road, Dagenham, Essex, RM9 5NH