Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our practice team. Working closely with our nursing and administrative staff, you will support the delivery of high-quality clinical and administrative services. As a key member of our multi-disciplinary team, you will provide patient care within your scope of practice, helping us deliver safe, effective and compassionate services to our registered patient population.
Main duties of the job
Provide high-quality clinical support to the nursing team, including undertaking routine clinical tasks within your scope of practice.
Carry out patient observations, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, height, weight, BMI and urinalysis.
Perform phlebotomy, wound care, ECGs and other agreed clinical procedures.
Support chronic disease management by collecting data and conducting basic health checks as directed by the nursing team.
Deliver health promotion advice, including smoking cessation, lifestyle guidance and general wellbeing support.
Prepare and maintain clinical rooms, ensuring equipment is clean, safe and well stocked.
Accurately update patient records and assist with administrative tasks to support smooth practice operations.
Assist with the organisation and delivery of vaccination and screening programmes.
Work collaboratively with the wider multi-disciplinary team to ensure high-quality, patient-centred care.
Adhere to all practice policies, infection control procedures and safeguarding requirements.
About us
The GP Suite is a friendly, well-established GP practice located in Jarrow, serving a patient population of approximately 4,550. Our clinical team includes three GP Partners, two Advanced Clinical Practitioners and two Practice Nurses, all of whom are supported by an excellent Administration, Reception and Management team.
We are committed to providing the highest standard of patient care and pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, collaborative working environment. We also maintain strong working relationships with local healthcare providers and external services to ensure seamless, high-quality care for our patients.
Details
Date posted
28 November 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A0473-25-0005
Job locations
Wear Street
Jarrow
Tyne And Wear
NE32 3UX
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) within the practice, supporting both nursing and administrative teams in the delivery of high-quality clinical and administrative services. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, the HCA will provide care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision of treatment, preventative care, health promotion, long-term condition management, and patient education.
Support the administrative team as required to ensure the smooth running of the practice.
Work under the supervision of a registered clinician while developing competencies in community-based care.
Operate at Support Worker Level in line with the NHS England Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework.
Further Information See attached and Person Specification for full details. Job description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) within the practice, supporting both nursing and administrative teams in the delivery of high-quality clinical and administrative services. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, the HCA will provide care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision of treatment, preventative care, health promotion, long-term condition management, and patient education.
Support the administrative team as required to ensure the smooth running of the practice.
Work under the supervision of a registered clinician while developing competencies in community-based care.
Operate at Support Worker Level in line with the NHS England Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework.
Further Information See attached and Person Specification for full details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Completion of the Care Certificate or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills (e.g., GCSE or equivalent) to record patient observations accurately.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy qualification.
• ECG/clinical observations training.
• Any additional clinical skills training relevant to general practice, e.g., wound care, immunisations.
• Understanding of electronic patient record systems.

Experience
Essential

• Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant in a primary care or community setting.

Desirable

• Experience of working in Primary Care
• Experience of using EMIS Web

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Completion of the Care Certificate or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills (e.g., GCSE or equivalent) to record patient observations accurately.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy qualification.
• ECG/clinical observations training.
• Any additional clinical skills training relevant to general practice, e.g., wound care, immunisations.
• Understanding of electronic patient record systems.

Experience
Essential

• Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant in a primary care or community setting.

Desirable

• Experience of working in Primary Care
• Experience of using EMIS Web

Skills Required