Job summary
Are you looking to start a career in healthcare?
Or, are you an experienced NVQ Level 2 or 3 Health Care Assistant seeking a new opportunity within a supportive GP practice?
We are seeking a motivated, patient-focused individual to join our friendly primary care team. Full phlebotomy training will be provided for the right candidate, making this an excellent opportunity to develop skills and progress within healthcare.
Main duties of the job
Working under the direct supervision of the Practice Nurse Team and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the Healthcare Assistant will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care.
A Practice Healthcare Assistant level 3 is qualified to deliver the following services to patients.
Phlebotomy
Dressings, directed by the practice nurse
Annual health checks for patients with Chronic Diseases (MOTs)
NHS health checks
ECG recording
Blood pressure checks including 24 hr BP
Height/weight
Ear Syringing
Qrisk assessments
H-Pylori breath testing
Administer follow-up B12 injections
Administer Flu injections to patients 65 and over, and chronic disease patients
Perform patient ear checks, ear syringes and hearing tests
INR & HB INRs
Handheld spirometry
Daily clinical and administrative duties. For further details see the full job description.
About us
Pinfold Medical Practice is a well-established family practice in the heart of Loughborough, serving approximately 12,500 patients. Rated Good by the CQC, we pride ourselves on strong teamwork, effective communication, and delivering high-quality patient care.
Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Paramedics, Nurses, and Health Care Assistants. As an approved education and training practice, we offer a supportive learning environment and encourage professional development.
Details
Date posted
10 February 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A
Job locations
Pinfold Gate
Loughborough
Leicestershire
LE11 1DQ
Job description
Job responsibilities
See the attachments for the applicable job descriptions -
1. Phlebotomist job description
2. Qualified HCA level 3
Job description
Job responsibilities
See the attachments for the applicable job descriptions -
1. Phlebotomist job description
2. Qualified HCA level 3
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* minimum 1 year experience of working with people
Desirable
* Experience of working in primary care or a hospital setting
Qualifications
Essential
* GCSE grade A-C ( or equivalent) in Maths and English
Desirable
* Phlebotomy training certificate
* HCA certificate level 2-3
* NVQ in health and social care
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* minimum 1 year experience of working with people
Desirable
* Experience of working in primary care or a hospital setting
Qualifications
Essential
* GCSE grade A-C ( or equivalent) in Maths and English
Desirable
* Phlebotomy training certificate
* HCA certificate level 2-3
* NVQ in health and social care
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
Pinfold Medical Practice
Address
Pinfold Gate
Loughborough
Leicestershire
LE11 1DQ
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Employer details
Employer name
Pinfold Medical Practice
Address
Pinfold Gate
Loughborough
Leicestershire
LE11 1DQ
Employer's website
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