Penrose Health

HCA

The closing date is 01 October 2025

Job summary

Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

Location: All South East London sites

Full-time ideally / Part-time available

Salary: £13.50-15.00 per hour dependent on experience

Join Penrose Health Where Compassion Meets Excellence

At Penrose Health, were on a mission to transform healthcare by delivering exceptional primary care services that put people first. As a Healthcare Assistant, youll play a vital role in supporting patients and helping clinical teams deliver outstanding care in a warm, respectful environment.

Main duties of the job

  • Providing face-to-face support to patients within our practices
  • Carrying out clinical duties such as blood pressure checks, ECGs, phlebotomy, wound care, weight management, and NHS health checks
  • B12, shingles, pneumococcal and flu injections
  • Supporting the nursing and GP team in chaperoning patients
  • Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health & wellbeing
  • Vaccine and cold chain storage monitoring and recording
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date clinical records
  • Assisting with infection control and general health promotion
  • Contributing to a positive and proactive team culture
  • Support with clinical stock control management - clearing and restocking consultation rooms

About us

  • A supportive, forward-thinking workplace that values your contribution
  • Opportunities for ongoing training and career development
  • Access to the NHS Pension Scheme
  • 20 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata)
  • Employee wellbeing support and professional development funding
  • The chance to be part of a growing organisation thats changing the future of primary care

Apply today and help shape the future of community healthcare.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.

Details

Date posted

25 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.50 to £15 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A5321-25-0006

Job locations

The Kingfisher Medical Centre

3 Kingfisher Square

London

SE8 5DA


Lewisham Medical Centre

308 Lee High Road

London

SE13 5PJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

At Penrose Health, were on a mission to transform healthcare by delivering exceptional primary care services that put people first. As a Healthcare Assistant, youll play a vital role in supporting patients and helping clinical teams deliver outstanding care in a warm, respectful environment.

What you'll be doing:

  • Providing face-to-face support to patients within our practices
  • Carrying out clinical duties such as blood pressure checks, ECGs, phlebotomy, wound care, weight management, and NHS health checks
  • B12, shingles, pneumococcal and flu injections
  • Supporting the nursing and GP team in chaperoning patients
  • Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health & wellbeing
  • Vaccine and cold chain storage monitoring and recording
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date clinical records
  • Assisting with infection control and general health promotion
  • Contributing to a positive and proactive team culture
  • Support with clinical stock control management - clearing and restocking consultation rooms

Job description

Job responsibilities

At Penrose Health, were on a mission to transform healthcare by delivering exceptional primary care services that put people first. As a Healthcare Assistant, youll play a vital role in supporting patients and helping clinical teams deliver outstanding care in a warm, respectful environment.

What you'll be doing:

  • Providing face-to-face support to patients within our practices
  • Carrying out clinical duties such as blood pressure checks, ECGs, phlebotomy, wound care, weight management, and NHS health checks
  • B12, shingles, pneumococcal and flu injections
  • Supporting the nursing and GP team in chaperoning patients
  • Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health & wellbeing
  • Vaccine and cold chain storage monitoring and recording
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date clinical records
  • Assisting with infection control and general health promotion
  • Contributing to a positive and proactive team culture
  • Support with clinical stock control management - clearing and restocking consultation rooms

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • **What were looking for:**
  • - Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a primary care or community setting (preferred)
  • - NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
  • - Competence in core HCA duties such as phlebotomy, ECGs, wound care, etc.
  • - A kind, respectful and professional approach to patient care
  • - Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • - A team player whos flexible, reliable and committed to continuous learning
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • **What were looking for:**
  • - Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a primary care or community setting (preferred)
  • - NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
  • - Competence in core HCA duties such as phlebotomy, ECGs, wound care, etc.
  • - A kind, respectful and professional approach to patient care
  • - Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • - A team player whos flexible, reliable and committed to continuous learning

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

Penrose Health

Address

The Kingfisher Medical Centre

3 Kingfisher Square

London

SE8 5DA


Employer's website

https://www.penrosehealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Penrose Health

Address

The Kingfisher Medical Centre

3 Kingfisher Square

London

SE8 5DA


Employer's website

https://www.penrosehealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Talent Acquisition Manager

Michael Willman

m.willman@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

25 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.50 to £15 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A5321-25-0006

Job locations

The Kingfisher Medical Centre

3 Kingfisher Square

London

SE8 5DA


Lewisham Medical Centre

308 Lee High Road

London

SE13 5PJ


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