Overview
Symphony Healthcare Services is looking for a permanent, part time Healthcare Assistant to join Wincanton Health Centre in Wincanton, Somerset. Ideal applicants will have a genuine passion for patient care, the ability to communicate effectively, combined with sound organisational skills to manage their own time and workload while delivering timely patient care.
In return, you will be joining a dynamic team of healthcare professionals who are committed to providing excellent healthcare to the local community. The vacant hours are 16 to 20 per week. Working patterns (times/days) will be discussed at interview stage. The rate of pay is £12.69 to £12.95 per hour, and starting salaries will be offered based on previous experience.
Interviews will be held in November 2025 with the successful applicant expected to start early January 2026.
Job Responsibilities
Working under the direct supervision of the Lead Nurse / Practice Nurse and in accordance with practice guidelines and protocols, the Healthcare Assistant will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care. You will have significant experience of working in primary care and be competent in all Healthcare Assistant duties.
* New patient health checks and BMI
* Urinalysis and ECG
* Recording INR
* Monitoring using Coagucheck and INR Star; undertake Doppler testing
* Blood pressure monitoring following hypertension guidelines; issue HBPM in accordance with practice policy
* Phlebotomy including annual blood tests, BP, BMI, ACR as requested for patients with chronic diseases
* Urinalysis MSU, ACR in accordance with practice policy
* Wound care and suture removal in accordance with practice policy
* Weight management and chaperoning duties
* Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/Nurses
* Administer influenza vaccines and B12 injections according to PSD
* Undertake spirometry for GP to interpret results
* Surgical equipment and vaccine restocking and stock rotation
* Clearing and restocking consulting rooms; preparing and maintaining environments and equipment for patient care interventions, including assisting GPs during minor operations, coils and implants
* Assist in assessment and surveillance of patients’ health and well-being and promote health awareness
Please read the full job description and person specification for this role in full, which is attached under “Supporting Information” before applying.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential: English & Maths GCSE (or equivalent); NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care; Care Certificate. Desirable: HCA Training.
Knowledge and skills
Essential: Ability to demonstrate excellent communication skills. Desirable: Previous experience using EMIS Web.
Experience
Essential: Previous experience of working as a HCA or equivalent. Desirable: Previous experience of working in Primary Care or a similar NHS setting.
About Us
Symphony Healthcare Services Limited was established in 2016 as part of the award-winning Symphony Programme Vanguard, developing new models of care. We now support 16 practices across Somerset providing care for over 100,000 patients. Symphony operates autonomously as a subsidiary of NHS Somerset Foundation Trust, with central HR, finance, and management support. We aim to ensure primary care is sustainable for patients and practices in Somerset and to be a national exemplar for primary care provision. We work with practice teams to grow, enhance and transform patient care with innovation and technology at our core.
Details
Employer: Symphony Healthcare Services Limited
Location: Wincanton Health Centre, Dykes Way, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9FQ
Pay: £12.69 to £12.95 per hour; starting salary based on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
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