We fully support the use of AI and other tools to assist in writing your application. However, it's essential that the content, especially your supporting statement, is personalised and factually accurate. Your application should reflect your genuine experiences and qualifications to ensure authenticity and credibility Job overview We are seeking a motivated, dynamic member of staff to join our established team of Paediatric Phlebotomists. The post holder will be required to carry out phlebotomy skills, under both direct and indirect supervision of the Phlebotomy Coordinator and Service Lead, in the Children’s Development Centre and in community clinic settings. Advert To deliver high quality care to paediatric patients / service users in the community and clinic setting To work flexibly and innovatively to meet the needs of the children, young people and families Maintain accurate documentation to ensure timely, effective communication and data collection. Dealing with anxious/ nervous families and patients Be personally accountable for maintaining skills, knowledge and competence in the use of SystemOne and ICE system Ensure all clinic rooms are appropriate and fit for use as per trust infection prevention policy Working for our organisation TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons. We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health. We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity. The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team. The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment Detailed job description and main responsibilities The post holder will provide a Paediatric Phlebotomy service for Children and Young People aged 1-12 years, or 1-18 years with additional needs, for Nottingham city and Nottinghamshire South The post holder will be required to carry out phlebotomy skills, under both direct and indirect supervision of the Phlebotomy Coordinator and Professional Development Lead, in the Children’s Development Centre and in community clinic settings. To deliver high quality care to paediatric patients / service users in the community and clinic setting To work effectively within the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT). To work flexibly and innovatively to meet the needs of the registered population Treat patients / service users as individuals Contribute to the public health agenda by raising awareness of health and well-being needs to individuals Contributes to the service development to support the service re-design Maintain accurate and contemporaneous documentation to ensure timely, effective communication and data collection. Documentation demonstrates clearly the organisational Guidelines for Records and Record Keeping. See job description and person specification for further details. Please note that this post does not meet the pay or skill level required for a Skilled worker visa. Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary / skill level is below the minimum required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies. Additional Information We reserve the right to close the post early once we have received a sufficient number of applicants. The Trust believes in treating everyone with dignity and respect and encourages applications from all sectors of the community. We guarantee an interview to candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum essential criteria. In submitting an application form, you authorise Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to confirm from your previous or current NHS employer and other prior employers; previous NHS service details and personal data held about you. This data will be transferred using NHS Electronic Staff Record and third party systems via an automated process and only used for the purposes of obtaining and maintaining accurate employment records, should you be appointed to the post. Should you require any further information please refer our Privacy Policy shown on the Trust website, please click here for more information. For eligible posts, DBS disclosures are mandatory before commencement of employment. If you are in a position that is deemed a regulated adult and/or child care role, you will not be able to start your employment until we have received a satisfactory DBS Disclosure. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Convictions which would otherwise be considered as 'spent' will also be checked as part of an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.