QR code linking to this job posting Healthcare Assistant or Phlebotomist - North Petherton, Bridgwater in Bridgwater inBridgwater PUBLISHED TUE 4 NOV 2025

£12.65 to £12.69 an hour Pay rate dependent on if HCA or Phlebotomist  PERMANENT   NO SPONSORSHIP 
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Symphony Healthcare Services Limited

Part‑time 16 vacant hours with flexible days/times agreed at interview — ideal for childcare or fitting around family life.
NHS or NEST pension plus a range of employee benefits and salary‑sacrifice schemes for long‑term financial security.
Symphony supports 16 practices with central HR/finance backing — local autonomy plus strong training, development and progression.
Short commute to North Petherton (Bridgwater TA6) — convenient for drivers and school‑run‑friendly hours.
Hands‑on clinical role, phlebotomy, NHS checks, BP, HbA1c and lifestyle advice — varied, patient‑facing work that builds skills.
Inclusive employer committed to equality and flexible working from day one — supportive for women returning to work or changing careers.
An opportunity has arisen for a permanent, part‑time Healthcare Assistant or Phlebotomist at North Petherton Surgery (near Bridgwater), part of Symphony Healthcare Services and the North Sedgemoor Primary Care Network. Approximately 16 hours per week are available, with days and times agreed at interview; pay starts at £12.65 per hour for phlebotomists or £12.69 per hour for HCAs. Working under the supervision of the Practice Nurse and to agreed practice protocols, your duties will include new patient and NHS health checks, pre‑diabetes reviews with lifestyle advice and referrals, point‑of‑care testing (eg cholesterol, HbA1c), ECG/INR recording, blood‑pressure monitoring including issuing home BP monitors, and phlebotomy. The role suits experienced HCAs or qualified phlebotomists (GCSEs in English and Maths, NVQ Level 2 and Care Certificate desirable; NVQ3/HCA training and phlebotomy qualifications advantageous) who are confident with IT, patient confidentiality and working flexibly across sites; a DBS check is required.

This position is ideal for carers — particularly women seeking predictable part‑time hours and a supportive primary‑care setting where clinical skills make a real difference. Symphony offers pension options (NHS or NEST), employee benefits and salary‑sacrifice schemes, flexible working from day one and a collaborative practice culture that values professional development. Symphony supports 16 practices across Somerset and champions inclusive recruitment and modern ways of working. To apply, please click the “Apply Now” button that appears with this listing; full details and the application are also available on jobsincare.com.
Part‑time 16 vacant hours with flexible days/times agreed at interview — ideal for childcare or fitting around family life.
NHS or NEST pension plus a range of employee benefits and salary‑sacrifice schemes for long‑term financial security.
Symphony supports 16 practices with central HR/finance backing — local autonomy plus strong training, development and progression.
Short commute to North Petherton (Bridgwater TA6) — convenient for drivers and school‑run‑friendly hours.
Hands‑on clinical role, phlebotomy, NHS checks, BP, HbA1c and lifestyle advice — varied, patient‑facing work that builds skills.
Inclusive employer committed to equality and flexible working from day one — supportive for women returning to work or changing careers.
 


in Bridgwater
Locations are approximate.