Healthcare Assistant

Job summary
Lawford Surgery is looking for a healthcare assistant (HCA) to join the practice in this vital patient-facing role with both clinical and administrative responsibilities. The role is offered on a part-time basis for approximately 27.5 hours per week, however we can be flexible and hours can be discussed.

Main duties of the job

• Wound care, venepuncture, phlebotomy, undertaking ECGs, health checks. Please note that applicants must be qualified and competent in phlebotomy and venepuncture.
• Ensure that all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session.
• Update patient health records.
• Ensure that medical supplies are in stock.
• Act as a chaperone where required.
• Assist GP during the performance of minor operations.
• Communicate with patients, relatives, and carers including providing valuable health promotion and education.
• New patient health checks.

The role will offer you the opportunity to build on your experience, skills and competence, requiring you to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

About us
Lawford Surgery is a semi-rural dispensing practice, with approximately 5,500 patients, located in the village of Lawford, Manningtree, Essex. We pride ourselves on maintaining a positive, friendly and supportive working environment where colleagues work closely together, value each others contributions, and are committed to delivering high-quality patient care while supporting one anothers wellbeing. Lawford Surgery is part of North Colchester PCN, working closely together sharing ARRS staff roles to support each member surgery.

Details
Date posted: 23 October 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 30118
Closing date: 05 November 2026

Person Specification
Qualifications (Essential)

• Successful completion of the Care Certificate, as indicated by the CQC.
• Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or equivalent.
• Experience of working within a GP practice.
• Must be qualified and competent in phlebotomy and venepuncture

Experience (Essential)

• Strong clinical skills including venepuncture/phlebotomy.
• Excellent patient-facing communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidential manner with a compassionate and respectful approach, placing a high value on the dignity of patients, relatives, carers and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently, determining own workload priorities, as well as working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

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: Primary Care Careers
Address: 2 Edgefield Avenue, Lawford, Manningtree, Essex, CO11 2HD, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Recruitment Team, Lawford Surgery, enquiries@eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk, 01206918760

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