Paediatric Phlebotomist

Bristol Nhs Foundation Trust; West of England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Band 3 Phlebotomist to support paediatric inpatients and outpatients. The role covers children aged 0–18, with venepuncture responsibilities and travel to satellite paediatric clinics.

A permanent post is available with varied hours from Monday to Sunday. Applicants should have a venepuncture qualification, GCSEs in English and Maths at A*-C/4-9, a Level 3 qualification, phlebotomy experience, and a demonstrated ability to work with children and

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at A*-C/4-9 or equivalent.
• Level 3 qualification (or higher) in any subject.
• Phlebotomy experience.
• Experience or a passion for working with children and young people.
• Maybo healthcare conflict training and updates.
• Good concentration to perform venepuncture.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with patients, carers and MDT.
• Computer skills; able to work with minimum supervision; self-motivated and a team player.

Education

GCSE English Language A*-C / 4-9 or equivalent

GCSE Mathematics A*-C / 4-9 or equivalent

Level 3 qualification (any subject)

Job description

Job summary

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 caring team 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 1st 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.
• Phlebotomy experience
• Experience or a passion for working with children and young people.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and 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 the South West has 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 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 in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Details

Salary: £25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time

Reference number: 387-W&C2533-NG

Closing date: 03 November 2026

Essential

• 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 or equivalent experience)
• GCSE A*-C/4 to 9 in English Language or equivalent and GCSE A*-C or equivalent in Mathematics
• Broad knowledge and experience of clinical nursing practice within a hospital environment
• Phlebotomy Experience
• To attend MAYBO healthcare conflict training and updates
• Good concentration skills to provide venepuncture in unpredictable client group
• Providing a service to anxious patients/families for client groups with chronic or terminal conditions
• Demonstrate competence in clinical skills relevant to the clinical area
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, able to communicate effectively with patients, carers and MDT
• Computer skills
• 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

Desirable

• Healthcare Science Assistants (Level 2 - Phlebotomy Speciality)
• Experience working with Children
• Paediatric Phlebotomy experience

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.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Employer details

Employer name: Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, Upper Maudlin Street, Bristol, BS2 8BJ

Contact: Emma Turner (Ward Sister), [e-mail], 01173429232