Paediatric Phlebotomist

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 3 Paediatric Phlebotomist to join the inpatient phlebotomy service. The role is permanent, full/part-time, and delivers blood sampling for children from 0–18 in wards and clinics.

A venepuncture qualification is essential and ongoing professional development is encouraged. The post covers inpatient wards and outpatient settings, with some travel to satellite paediatric clinics in South Bristol and Weston and a start date in early 2027.

Qualifications

• One of the Level 3 qualifications listed (e.g. Diploma/SCQF 6 in relevant field).
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4-9 or equivalent required.
• Experience or interest in paediatric care and blood collection.

Responsibilities

• Take blood from children and young people aged 0–18 in inpatient wards and outpatient clinics.
• Create a calm environment to help patients and carers during venepuncture.
• Travel to satellite paediatric clinics as required.

Skills

Venepuncture

Education

Level 3 qualification in Healthcare Support

GCSE English (A*-C / 4-9)

GCSE Maths (A*-C / 4-9)

Job description

Main area Paediatric Phlebotomy Grade Band 3 Contract Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week (Full and Part time hours available) Job ref 387-W&C2533-NG

North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) have merged as of 1 st July 2026 to become Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. This will create an exciting future that brings together the best of both organisations. As a single, strong and sustainable organisation, we will not only be able to deliver better outcomes for our patients and fairer care for our population, but it will also provide greater opportunities for our people. Bristol NHS Foundation Trust recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust. Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Considering this, if you are interested in this role, please do apply as soon as you can.

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Job overview

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people?

Do you have a compassionate nature and a genuine desire to help others? Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can develop your skills and progress in your career? If the answer is yes, then we want to hear from you!

We currently have a permanent role for an exciting opportunity with the inpatient phlebotomy service Band 3 Phlebotomist to join our dedicated and caringteam within Children’s outpatients

A venepuncture qualification is essential. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about providing exceptional care to children and young people.

This phlebotomy role covers children from 0-18 years old and will cover children in the inpatient wards and those coming to outpatient clinics. We are looking for personable, friendly staff who can put children and their carers at ease whilst taking their bloods.

Working days are Monday through to Sunday and there may be some travel to other satellite paediatric clinics in South Bristol and Weston General Hospital. Role to start with effect from the 1 st January 2027 .

Main duties of the job

Key Requirements to Apply: We are looking for individuals who are eager to learn, have excellent communication skills, and a positive, can-do attitude.

To be shortlisted for this role, you must clearly demonstrate on your application the following:

Maths qualification at GCSE A*-C / 4-9 or Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent.

• English qualification at GCSE A*-C / 4-9 or Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent.
• Level 3 qualification (or higher) in any subject.
• Experience or a passion for working with children and young people.

You will need to provide evidence of your educational qualification before your invitation to interview is confirmed.

Working for our organisation

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe’remeeting our pledge.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person specification

Training & Qualification

• One of the following Level 3 qualification (which could include: Level 3 (SCQF – 6): City and Guilds 3; NVQ 3; BTEC National Diploma or Experience; Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support (that maps to the Apprenticeship Standard for Senior Health Care Support Worker) OR equivalent experience to the above qualifications
• GCSE A*- C/4 to 9 in English Language or equivalent (e.g. Certificate in Adult Literacy at Level 1) and GCSE A* - C or equivalent in Mathematics (e.g. Certificate in Adult Numeracy at Level 2)
• Healthcare Science Assistants (Level 2 - Phlebotomy Speciality)

Knowledge & Experience

• Broad knowledge and experience of clinical nursing practice within a hospital environment
• To attend MAYBO healthcare conflict training and updates
• Good Concentration skills to provide venapunture in unpredictable client group
• Providing a service to anxious patients/families for client groups with chronic or terminal conditions
• Experience working with Children
• Paediatric Phlebotomy experience

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrate competence in clinical skills relevant to the clinical area
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, able to communicate effectively with patients, carers and MDT
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Act in a professional manner
• Self motivated
• A team player
• Recognition of own limits
• Ability to steady a patient (arm holding) to prevent needle stick injury
• Exposure to bloods

We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.

As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.

BFT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

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Please note that if you apply for a position with this Trust, you may be contacted via Trac or via email. This includes invites for job interviews. We therefore recommend that you regularly check your Trac account and email accounts. We may also contact you by texting the mobile number, if provided, on the application form.

Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore, please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification

Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted for this job.

As a guide interviews should usually take place within 3 weeks of the closing date.

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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.