Job summary
We are looking for an experienced Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team at Gibson Lane Practice. This part-time role will involve working across our Kippax and Monk Fryston sites, providing a range of clinical services and supporting patients to manage their health and wellbeing.
We are particularly interested in candidates with General Practice experience and the ability to carry out long-term condition initial assessments, NHS health checks, hypertension reviews, wound care and ECGs. Experience in spirometry and Doppler assessments would be advantageous.
The successful candidate will be patient-focused, organised and able to work both independently and as part of a wider clinical team.
Main duties of the job
Hours: 16 hours per week:
- Monday: 8:00am - 12:00pm (Kippax)
- Tuesday: 8:00am - 12:00pm (Monk Fryston)
- Wednesday: Non-working day
- Thursday: 8:00am - 12:00pm (Kippax)
- Friday: 8:00am - 12:00pm (Monk Fryston)
Main Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to carry out a range of clinical duties including long-term condition initial assessment reviews, NHS health checks, hypertension reviews, wound care and wound checks, ECGs, recording patient observations including blood pressure, pulse, height, weight and BMI, venepuncture, Lifestyle advice and health promotion. As well as accurately documenting within the clinical system, working collaboratively with GPs, nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team and maintaining infection prevention and control standards.
We are looking for someone who is compassionate, professional and patient-focused. Has excellent organisational skills. Works well under pressure and can effectively manage their workload. Demonstrates a flexible and positive approach to work. Is committed to maintaining high standards of patient care.
About us
We are a PMS practice looking for a committed and enthusiastic person to join our friendly, innovative, well organised team.
- List size approximately 10,000
- Large leased modern purpose built premises and two branch sites
- Part dispensing
- Full nursing team
- Enhanced services including extended hours
- Research
- High QOF achievers
- TPP SystmOne
- Teaching and training practice
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
- GSCE A-C in English and Maths
- Phlebotomy qualification
Essential Experience
- Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant within a GP practice or primary care setting.
- Excellent communication and patient care skills.
- Good IT skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable Experience
- Experience of using SystemOne
Essential Skills
- Experience carrying out long-term condition initial assessment reviews, hypertension reviews, providing wound care and wound checks, venepuncture.
Desirable Skills
- Spirometry
- Doppler Assessments
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.
Closing date
25 November 2026
Contact
Claire Addy, Practice Manager, gibsonlane.admin@nhs.net
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Health Care Assistant in Ledston employer: Gibson Lane Practice
Join our dynamic PMS practice as a Temporary Practice Nurse, where you'll be part of a friendly and innovative team dedicated to delivering high-quality care. With opportunities for professional growth and development, you will work in a modern, purpose-built facility that supports your training and competencies while promoting a healthy lifestyle for our patients. Enjoy the benefits of working in a supportive environment that values collaboration and excellence in patient care.
