Health Care Assistant - Newtown Medical Practice in Newtown inNewtown PUBLISHED TUE 4 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
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Job description
Full training provided with opportunities to gain phlebotomy and immunisation accreditation — excellent for reskilling and career progression.
Weekday hours (8am–6.30pm), 37 hours over 5 days — reliable, school-friendly schedule with no weekend shifts.
Supportive GP practice with five partners and multi‑disciplinary working — friendly team environment for carers.
Varied clinical duties (venepuncture, ECGs, spirometry, wound care) — keeps work interesting and builds broad experience.
Based in Newtown on the Shropshire–Powys border with good motorway links — rural life plus easy commuting if you drive.
Permanent role and employer will consider skilled‑worker sponsorship — job security and options for international applicants.
As a Health Care Assistant at Newtown Medical Practice you will work full time (37 hours per week, five days Monday to Friday) alongside our clinical team in a busy GP surgery on the Shropshire–Powys border (Newtown, SY16). The post is practical and clinical: taking observations and measurements (blood pressure, temperature, height/weight, peak flow, 24‑hour BP), venepuncture and specimen handling, ECGs and spirometry, urinalysis, diabetic foot checks, wound care and stitch removal, plus assisting with minor procedures and injuries. You will support infection control, help with ordering and stock management, contribute to audits and patient-notes summarisation, and with appropriate qualifications administer influenza and Vitamin B12 injections. Full training is provided; applicants should have GCSEs including English and Maths and an NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (NVQ Level 3, phlebotomy or immunisation accreditation are desirable). A DBS check is required.
Full training provided with opportunities to gain phlebotomy and immunisation accreditation — excellent for reskilling and career progression.
Weekday hours (8am–6.30pm), 37 hours over 5 days — reliable, school-friendly schedule with no weekend shifts.
Supportive GP practice with five partners and multi‑disciplinary working — friendly team environment for carers.
Varied clinical duties (venepuncture, ECGs, spirometry, wound care) — keeps work interesting and builds broad experience.
Based in Newtown on the Shropshire–Powys border with good motorway links — rural life plus easy commuting if you drive.
Permanent role and employer will consider skilled‑worker sponsorship — job security and options for international applicants.
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Full training provided with opportunities to gain phlebotomy and immunisation accreditation — excellent for reskilling and career progression.; Weekday hours (8am–6.30pm), 37 hours over 5 days — reliable, school-friendly schedule with no weekend shifts.; Supportive GP practice with five partners and multi‑disciplinary working — friendly team environment for carers.; Varied clinical duties (venepuncture, ECGs, spirometry, wound care) — keeps work interesting and builds broad experience.; Based in Newtown on the Shropshire–Powys border with good motorway links — rural life plus easy commuting if you drive.; Permanent role and employer will consider skilled‑worker sponsorship — job security and options for international applicants.
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To work as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you will need a variety of skills and qualities to provide effective care and support to patients. Here are some essential skills and qualifications:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and providing emotional support is crucial.
3. Compassion and Empathy: Understanding the feelings and experiences of patients to provide the best possible care.
4. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role may involve lifting and moving patients, as well as being on your feet for long periods.
5. Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care.
6. Patience and Resilience: Caring for patients, especially those with complex needs, can be challenging, so patience is essential.
7. Attention to Detail: Noticing changes in a patient's condition and following care plans accurately.
8. Basic IT Skills: Many healthcare environments use electronic patient records, so familiarity with computers is beneficial.
9. Organizational Skills: Managing your time and priorities effectively to ensure that all patient needs are met.
10. Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations: Knowledge of infection control, safeguarding, and maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff.
11. Basic Clinical Skills: Depending on the setting, you may need skills such as taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure), assisting with personal care, and understanding basic medical terminology.
Qualifications
While formal qualifications are not always required to become an HCA, some employers may prefer candidates with:
- Relevant Experience: Experience in care settings, either paid or voluntary, is highly valued.
- NVQs or Diplomas: Qualifications in Health and Social Care, such as an NVQ Level 2 or 3, can enhance your employability.
- Basic First Aid Certification: Having this certification can be beneficial.
Additional Training
Many employers offer on-the-job training, and you may also be expected to complete mandatory training courses, such as:
- Manual handling
- Health and safety
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children
- Infection prevention and control
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