Health Care Assistant Bank in Camberley inCamberley PUBLISHED MON 20 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

Job summary
NHSHealth Checks are a systematic prevention programme that assesses anindividuals risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and kidney disease, onceevery five years. It is for people aged between 40 and 74 who have not beenpreviously diagnosed with one of the above conditions, hypertension, or arecurrently receiving certain medications.Theaim of the PCN Heart Health Checks in Surrey Heath Primary Care Network is toprovide a quality service that will help people live longer, healthier lives.The longer term aim is a reduction in incidence or early detection of heartattacks and strokes, type II diabetes, chronic kidney disease and vasculardementia.As a Health Care Assistant with us, you willplay a key role working under supervision and delivering our heart healthchecks which identifies the persons risk of developing cardiovascular diseaseand diabetes. This health check focus on preventative care, health promotionand education - all within an environment dedicated to providing respectful,high-quality service to every patient. You will have excellent communicationskills and will understand the importance of communicating tailored advice andsupport.

Main duties of the job
To undertake NHS health checksPhlebotomy every patient will have a blood test as part of the hearthealth checkCarry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure,temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accuratelyAccurately measure and record clinical measurements such as height,weight and waist measurementsEnsure timely and accurate recording of clinical information and patient interventions on relevant electronic database systems, e.g. EMIS, and following business continuity plans if the electronic system is unavailableCommunicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating.Provide and communicate relevant health promotion literature and lifestyle advice to patientsEnsure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each sessionEnsure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with IPC policyWork asan effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploringmechanisms to develop new ways of working.Supportthe PCN with health promotion programmes as appropriateTo carryout any other reasonable duties as requested by a manager to ensure quality ofservice

About us
We are Surrey Heath Community Providers Limited, which is a federation of 7 GP practices across 10 sites, covering a population of over 100,000 patients across Surrey Heath. We began in 2and now employ around 200 members of staff across our clinical and corporate support teams. Our services include Surrey Heath Primary Care Network, PRIMACY workflow management and Upper Gordon Road Surgery.As a GP Federation and Primary Care Network, we are proud to represent our member practices and to champion primary care by working with local general practice and system partners, in the provision of community based healthcare services. We are dedicated to providing safe and compassionate care to our patients across our range of primary care services in Surrey Heath and believe in continuous commitment to quality service delivery and positive patient outcomes.Patients are at the heart of everything we do, and we pride ourselves in ensuring our patients feel safe, supported, communicated with and respected, at a time when they may be feeling vulnerable.Our vision is to provide high quality, seamless health care that enables people to lead healthier lives, whilst feeling supported and cared for.

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Date posted
20 October 2025

Pay scheme
Other

Salary
£13.60 an hour plus 12.07% in lieu of annual leave, plus Saturday enhancement

Contract
Bank

Working pattern
Flexible working

Reference number
B0Job location
sTheta Building, Lyon WayFrimleyCamberleySurreyGU16 7ER

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Person Specification
Personal AttributesEssentialAbility to motivate people.Able to travel locally as required.Passionate about combatting disadvantage and inequality in healthcareAble to work as part of a team.

Qualifications
EssentialGCSE Maths and English (C and above) or equivalent.Phlebotomy certification.Six months of relevant

Experience
working in a primary care environment in the last two years.Care Certificate.DesirableRelevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent.KnowledgeEssential

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of working with healthcare professionals and/or previous

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in the NHS or social care.

Experience
coordinating with multiple stakeholder or individuals to meet specified outcomes.

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providing advice/signposting.

Experience
using a patient clinical system such as EMIS.Knowledge of safeguarding interventions and an awareness of the Mental Capacity Act.DesirableKnowledge of a range of local community groups which support wellbeing.SkillsEssentialExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels including with patients, carers, specialist services, GPs and colleagues.Good technical literacy with e.g. Word, Excel, and

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using a clinical system such as EMIS.Able to work independently and manage own workload.Able to build strong professional relationships.Understanding of social determinants of health and how these can be

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ed with patients.

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in the NHS or social care.

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providing advice/signposting.

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ed with patients.

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

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