Health Care Assistant
Part-time
Mid
Description
Job Summary
New Lyminge Surgery is seeking a friendly, motivated Health Care Assistant to join our supportive primary care team. The post holder will work alongside GPs and the nursing team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care to our practice population.
Main duties of the job
The Health Care Assistant Will Work Under The Supervision Of The Nursing Team And GPs To Provide Routine Clinical Care, Including:
• Blood pressure monitoring and recording observations
• Phlebotomy
• ECGs
• NHS Health Checks
• Wound care and dressings
• Injections
• Flu Clinics
• Supporting chronic disease management clinics
• Maintaining accurate and timely clinical records
• Adhering to infection control, health & safety, and practice policies
• Preparing and maintaining clinical rooms and equipment
• Providing a professional, caring service to patients at all times
About Us
New Lyminge Surgery is a well-established GP practice with just over 4000 patients and is committed to providing safe, effective, and compassionate care to our local community. We pride ourselves on teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
New Lyminge Surgery is part of the Folkestone, Hythe and Rural Primary Care Network.
Details
Date posted
21 January 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
A4867-26-0001
Job locations
Greenbanks
Lyminge
Folkestone
Kent
CT18 8NA
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The Health Care Assistant will support the clinical team in the delivery of essential patient care services. The role requires good communication skills, a caring approach, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards at all times.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The Health Care Assistant will support the clinical team in the delivery of essential patient care services. The role requires good communication skills, a caring approach, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards at all times.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
• Experience working as a Health Care Assistant in a GP Practice
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Competent IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Desirable
• Knowledge of EMIS Web
Qualifications
Essential
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Care Certificate
Desirable
• Phlebotomy qualification
• Willingness to undertake any further training associated with the role
Person Specification
Essential
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Care Certificate
Desirable
• Phlebotomy qualification
• Willingness to undertake any further training associated with the role
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
New Lyminge Surgery
Address
Greenbanks
Lyminge
Folkestone
Kent
CT18 8NA
Employer's website
https://www.newlymingesurgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
New Lyminge Surgery
Address
Greenbanks
Lyminge
Folkestone
Kent
CT18 8NA
Employer's website
https://www.newlymingesurgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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New Lyminge Surgery is seeking a friendly, motivated Health Care Assistant to join our supportive primary care team. The post holder will work alongside GPs and the nursing team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care to our practice population.
Main duties of the job
The Health Care Assistant Will Work Under The Supervision Of The Nursing Team And GPs To Provide Routine Clinical Care, Including:
• Blood pressure monitoring and recording observations
• Phlebotomy
• ECGs
• NHS Health Checks
• Wound care and dressings
• Injections
• Flu Clinics
• Supporting chronic disease management clinics
• Maintaining accurate and timely clinical records
• Adhering to infection control, health & safety, and practice policies
• Preparing and maintaining clinical rooms and equipment
• Providing a professional, caring service to patients at all times
About Us
New Lyminge Surgery is a well-established GP practice with just over 4000 patients and is committed to providing safe, effective, and compassionate care to our local community. We pride ourselves on teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
New Lyminge Surgery is part of the Folkestone, Hythe and Rural Primary Care Network.
Details
Date posted
21 January 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
A4867-26-0001
Job locations
Greenbanks
Lyminge
Folkestone
Kent
CT18 8NA
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The Health Care Assistant will support the clinical team in the delivery of essential patient care services. The role requires good communication skills, a caring approach, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards at all times.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The Health Care Assistant will support the clinical team in the delivery of essential patient care services. The role requires good communication skills, a caring approach, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team while maintaining confidentiality and professional standards at all times.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
• Experience working as a Health Care Assistant in a GP Practice
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Competent IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Desirable
• Knowledge of EMIS Web
Qualifications
Essential
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Care Certificate
Desirable
• Phlebotomy qualification
• Willingness to undertake any further training associated with the role
Person Specification
Essential
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Care Certificate
Desirable
• Phlebotomy qualification
• Willingness to undertake any further training associated with the role
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
New Lyminge Surgery
Address
Greenbanks
Lyminge
Folkestone
Kent
CT18 8NA
Employer's website
https://www.newlymingesurgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
New Lyminge Surgery
Address
Greenbanks
Lyminge
Folkestone
Kent
CT18 8NA
Employer's website
https://www.newlymingesurgery.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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