Central North Leeds Primary Care Network Ltd

Registered Nursing Associate or Experienced Healthcare Assistant

The closing date is 01 March 2026

Job summary

The NA/HCA is an integral member of the Central North Leeds PCN clinical team, providing patient-centred care and support across primary care and community settings. The role involves working under the supervision and guidance of our Registered Nursing Associate and Advanced Clinical Practitioner, while contributing to the delivery of high-quality, coordinated care.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will primarily supportCare Homes and Frailty services, assisting with patient care, monitoring, and coordination. Flexibility and adaptability are essential, as the role may involve participation in short-term PCN projects, including vaccination programmes (e.g., flu and COVID), ad-hoc QOF clinics, and covering for practice capacity pressures.

The postholder will work across multiple GP practices and community settings. Due to the cross-site nature of the role, building strong working relationships within practice teams and across the PCN is essential to ensure professional support, effective communication, and excellent patient outcomes.

Please see Job Description for full details of the role.

The Job Description is intended as a guide and may evolve over time to meet the changing needs of the PCN. Any changes will be discussed with the postholder.

About us

Central North Leeds PCN consists of 5 GP Practices (over 7 sites): Alwoodley Medical Centre, Diamond Medical Group, Meanwood Health Centre, North Leeds Medical Practice and Street Lane Medical Practice, with a combinedpopulation of approx. 81,000 patients. We aim to provide high quality services adhering to principles of best practice, promoting equal opportunities and working positively with diversity.

We can offer you an invigorating and supportive working environment with excellent opportunities for career development, working alongside compassionate colleagues.

Central North Leeds PCN currently employs Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians, Health and Wellbeing Coaches, Paramedics, Healthcare Assistants/Phlebotomists, Occupational Therapists, Social and Wellbeing Prescribers and a Nursing Team.

We expect all employees to carry out their duties in a professional manner with a client focus, ensuring that respect and courtesy is shown to them, colleagues, other service providers and all those in contact with the organisation.

The Practices work together with a range of local providers, including community services, social care and the voluntary sector, to offer more personalised, co-ordinated health and social care to their local populations.

Date posted

17 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

A5065-26-2124

Job locations

Shadwell Medical Centre

137 Shadwell Lane

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS17 8AE

Job description

Job responsibilities

Patient Care and Support

Assist in patient assessment, care planning, and care delivery under supervision. The scope of practice depends on registration: HCAs primarily monitor patients and escalate concerns, while NAs are able to provide more detailed, in-depth care.

Assist in the assessment, planning, and delivery of patient care, working under the supervision of Registered Nursing Associate, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, and other MDT professionals.

Undertake holistic patient assessments, considering physical, psychological, and social needs, particularly for patients with frailty, long-term conditions, or complex care needs.

Complete all aspects of Part 1 and Part 2 Annual Health Reviews (with appropriate support and training).

Perform basic clinical procedures, including measurement of vital signs; blood pressure, temperature, pulse, oxygen saturation and diabetic foot checks, to monitor patient health status.

Complete MUST (Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool) assessments, identify risks of malnutrition, escalate concerns appropriately, and contribute to care planning.

Carry out MUAC (Mid Upper Arm Circumference) measurements where weight-based assessments are not suitable.

Support the care of patients requiring wound care, dressings, and other minor clinical interventions, ensuring appropriate escalation, referral, and follow-up where required.

Proactively identify signs of deterioration in physical or cognitive health and take timely action in line with PCN and practice protocols.

Initiate and contribute to referrals to appropriate MDT and community services, including (but not limited to) District Nursing, Falls Services, Dietitians, Community Matrons, Social Prescribing, and other specialist services.

Support coordinated, joined-up care by liaising with MDT colleagues and contributing to MDT discussions, care reviews, and shared decision-making.

Provide health education and advice to patients, carers, and care home staff, promoting self-care, prevention, and independence wherever possible.

Administer medications and injections, including flu and COVID vaccinations, in accordance with PSDs, practice protocols, training, and indemnity arrangements.

Support the implementation, monitoring, and review of individualised patient care plans in collaboration with the wider healthcare team.

Collaboration with the wider healthcare team.

Observe and report any changes in patient condition to supervising staff promptly.

Care Home Caseload Management

Assist or manage care home caseloads according to role and competence.

Run searches to identify patients due for annual health reviews and schedule visits in line with patients birth months.

Plan and allocate own workload using care home trackers, escalating as appropriate.

Liaise with care home staff regarding upcoming visits, reviews, and care interventions.

Document reviews and actions taken, ensuring timely communication with the supervising NA.

Frailty and PCN Project Support

Assist in running frailty-related and other PCN project searches.

Support delivery of PCN initiatives, including vaccination campaigns, QOF-related clinics, and community-based projects or any other PCN Projects.

Collate and communicate search results to appropriate staff.

Contribute to audits, quality improvement initiatives, and service evaluations.

Documentation and Record Keeping

Maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records in line with scope of practice and PCN standards.

Ensure all patient information is handled confidentially in accordance with data protection and governance policies.

Assist in documenting clinical observations, interventions, and follow-ups for continuity of care.

Team Collaboration and PCN Working

Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, HCAs, NAs, and administrative staff to deliver integrated, patient-centred care.

Build positive, supportive working relationships across GP practices and the PCN.

Act as a consistent point of contact for care homes, practices, and MDT colleagues.

Participate in team meetings, care reviews, and project discussions, providing input appropriate to role.

Recognise when additional supervision or support is required and escalate appropriately.

Professional Development

Engage in role-appropriate training, development, and mandatory updates.

Maintain competence within the scope of practice and professional registration (for NAs).

Seek guidance, feedback, and supervision to support safe, effective practice.

Keep updated with best practice and developments in primary care, frailty, and long-term condition support.

Patient Safety and Quality

Adhere to infection prevention and control policies.

Observe and report any concerns related to patient safety or quality of care to supervising staff.

Support quality improvement, audit, and service evaluation initiatives.