Phlebotomist

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Combe Raleigh; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension scheme

27 days annual leave rising to 33

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts and staff benefits

Car lease schemes

Salary sacrifice nursery onsite at EXE

Flexible working schemes

Job summary

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a Phlebotomist to join our phlebotomy team across inpatient and outpatient settings in Barnstaple. You must have experience taking patient blood samples.

The post is for part time, hours per week to be discussed at interview, with shifts spanning 4–8 hours across the 7 day week. We operate phlebotomy services on inpatient wards 08:00–12:00 Monday to Friday and 07:30–11:30 on bank holidays and weekends; Outpatients run

Qualifications

• Experience taking patient blood samples.
• Ability to work across inpatient and outpatient settings.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples from patients and ensure proper labelling.
• Support phlebotomy service across inpatient wards and outpatient department.

Skills

Blood sampling

Job description

Phlebotomist

CAPTION:

• Company: NHS Jobs
• Salary: from £25,272 a year
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: Barnstaple, EX31 4JB
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 9 Sept 2026
• Closing date: 21 Sept 2026

Summary

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities More detail about the role Our Phlebotomists form an essential and well-respected part of our healthcare team across a number of dynamic settings; including outpatients and inpatient wards. You must have experience taking patient blood samples. Depending on your shift pattern and working hours, you may also receive an additional enhancements to your pay. Working Pattern: The post is for part time, hours per week to be discussed at interview, covering a variety of shifts over the 7 day week. We provide a phlebotomy service on the inpatient wards between 08:00 and 12:00 on a Monday to Friday and 07:30 to 11:30 during Bank Holidays and weekends. We also have a phlebotomy service in the Outpatients Department where we are open between 09:00 and 16:50. Therefore, our shifts vary between 4 and 8 hours depending on the needs of the service. Interview Date: To Be Confirmed. For further information, please contact: Jo Damp, Outpatient Lead or Kat Grant, Deputy Lead Nurse on 01271 311651.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family-friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities, and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit. You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure options, and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED-rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK)
• Cycle to work scheme