Healthcare Assistant in Morley

Please read all of the materials relating to the role before making your application. Interviews are being held on Tuesday, 7 July 2026. If you are unable to attend for an interview on this date, we will not be able to offer alternative options.

We are looking for a caring, reliable and motivated Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our friendly and supportive clinical team at The Garden Surgery. This is an opportunity to become part of a busy and well-established General Practice that is committed to delivering safe, high-quality and patient-centred care. We are proud of our team culture and place a strong emphasis on professionalism, teamwork, patient experience and supporting staff development.

The role would suit someone who enjoys working directly with patients, thrives in a varied clinical environment, and wants to continue developing their skills within Primary Care. You will work closely with experienced clinicians and be supported to develop confidence and competence across a wide range of healthcare assistant responsibilities. In return, we offer a welcoming and supportive working environment, opportunities for ongoing learning and development, and the chance to make a meaningful difference to the care and wellbeing of our patients and local community every day.

Main duties of the job

The Healthcare Assistant (HCA) will support the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care within a busy General Practice environment, working under the supervision of the nursing and wider clinical team. Main duties of the role include:

• Undertaking clinical observations such as blood pressure, height, weight and BMI measurements, phlebotomy, ECG recording, new patient health checks, and supporting long-term condition monitoring and review programmes.
• Supporting vaccination and injection administration (where trained), undertaking chaperoning duties, assisting with treatment room activities, and supporting clinicians during procedures and clinics.
• Processing and management of laboratory samples, maintaining accurate clinical records, supporting vaccine and stock management processes, and ensuring high standards of infection prevention and control are maintained throughout the Practice.

The successful candidate will be expected to work within clearly defined clinical competencies, recognise and escalate concerns appropriately, and maintain patient dignity, confidentiality and safety at all times. We are looking for someone who is professional, organised, adaptable and able to communicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues. Experience working within Primary Care or General Practice would be desirable, although applications from candidates with relevant healthcare experience in other settings are welcomed.

About us

At The Garden Surgery, we are proud to be a friendly, supportive, and hardworking team committed to delivering a high-quality service to our patients and local community. We understand that general practice can be busy and demanding, so we place real value on teamwork, kindness, and supporting one another throughout the day. We aim to create a positive working environment where staff feel respected, included, and able to develop.

Whether you are new to primary care or bringing previous experience, you will be supported through training, mentoring, and opportunities to broaden your skills across different areas of the practice. We are looking for people who take pride in their work, remain calm under pressure, and want to make a genuine difference to patients. In return, you will join a team that values reliability, professionalism, flexibility, and a good sense of humour. We recognise the importance of staff wellbeing and maintaining a positive workplace culture. We enjoy occasional team socials, celebrate achievements, and aim to make work an enjoyable place to be. We also offer an additional day off when your birthday falls on one of your normal working days.

If you are looking for a varied and rewarding role within a supportive GP practice, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Care and Patient Interventions
• Routine Clinical Observations and Monitoring
• Phlebotomy and Specimen Collection
• Health Checks and Preventative Care
• Long Term Condition Monitoring
• Clinical Procedures and Treatments
• Child Health and Family Support
• Health Promotion and Patient Engagement
• Chaperoning and Patient Support
• Clinical Procedures and Treatment Room Support
• Laboratory Samples and Specimen Management
• Professional Practice and Accountability
• Clinical Escalation and Safety
• Infection Control and Health & Safety
• Safeguarding
• Vaccines, Cold Chain and Stock Management
• Confidentiality and Information Governance
• Clinical Data Recording and Administration
• Communication and Team Working
• Workload and Task Management
• Professional Development
• Quality and Service Improvement
• General Responsibilities

Person Specification

• Qualifications: GCSEs or equivalent including English and Maths, Recognised HCA qualification, e.g. Care Certificate, or equivalent experience, Full UK driving licence and access to transport.
• Experience: Experience working in a General Practice environment for a minimum of 12 months, Experience undertaking clinical observations including blood pressure, height, weight and BMI measurements, Experience working in a wider NHS setting, Experience supporting long term condition reviews, Experience undertaking ECG recordings, Experience supporting vaccination programmes, Experience supporting minor surgery or treatment room procedures, Experience using SystmOne or similar clinical system.
• Personal Attributes: Professional, reliable and punctual approach, Empathetic and patient-centred approach to care, Ability to work calmly and professionally in a busy clinical environment, Ability to maintain professional boundaries and recognise own limitations, Flexible and adaptable approach to service need, Positive attitude and ability to contribute to a supportive team environment.
• Knowledge and Skills: Ability to undertake delegated clinical duties safely and within competence, Ability to recognise and elevate abnormal clinical findings appropriately, Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities relating to children and vulnerable adults, Understanding of infection prevention and control procedures.

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.