About this role
Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly and supportive GP practice team on a 9-month fixed-term maternity cover contract to start August 2026.
25 hours a week - 8am -1pm, Monday - Friday
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled HCA who is confident in delivering high-quality patient care within a primary care setting. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the clinical team and ensuring patients receive efficient and professional care.
Main duties of the job
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will support the practice team in delivering a range of clinical and administrative tasks, including but not limited to:
phlebotomy.
Conducting ECGs and blood pressure monitoring.
Performing NHS Health Checks and Enhanced Health checks
Supporting the Practice Nurses with long-term condition management, including diabetes, AF, and hypertension obs reviews.
Carrying out height, weight, and BMI measurements.
Processing specimens (urine, swabs) and conducting basic diagnostic tests.
Providing lifestyle advice to patients, including smoking cessation and weight management.
Updating and maintaining patient records accurately in the clinical system.
About us
Layton Medical Centre is a well-established, forward-thinking GP practice dedicated to providing high-quality primary care to our diverse patient population. Our team consists of GPs, ANP's, nurses,TNAs, HCAs, pharmacists, and administrative staff who work collaboratively to ensure efficient, patient-centred care.
Job description Job responsibilities
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the clinical team by:
Delivering safe and effective patient care under the supervision of practice nurses and GPs.
Conducting basic clinical procedures, such as venepuncture, ECGs, and health checks.
Assisting with the management of chronic disease reviews.
Supporting patients with lifestyle advice and preventative care.
Handling specimens and diagnostic testing as per clinical guidelines.
Maintaining infection control procedures and ensuring all clinical areas are well-stocked.
Accurately documenting clinical data and patient interactions in electronic records.
The role requires a proactive, caring, and professional approach to patient care, ensuring a high standard of service at all times.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experience in phlebotomy - Essential Experience in conducting ECG's Strong communication and patient interaction skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
IT literacy, with experience using EMIS. Understanding of infection control, confidentiality, and safeguarding protolcols.
Qualifications Essential
NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification/experience).
Desirable
Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a GP surgery.
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 Layton Medical Centre
Address 200 Kingscote Drive
Blackpool
FY3 7EN
Employer's website https://www.laytonmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)