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Derby Lane Medical Centre Nursing Auxiliary / Nursing Assistant

The closing date is 09 November 2026

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Job summary

To support the practice nursing team in providing safe, effective and compassionate care to patients. The postholder will assist with routine clinical duties, patient observations, infection prevention, health promotion and administrative tasks within their level of competence and training.

The postholder must work under appropriate clinical supervision and follow practice policies, procedures and relevant guidance.

Main duties of the job

• Assist the Practice Nurse with routine clinical duties and patient care.

• Record basic observations, including blood pressure, pulse, height, weight and temperature, following appropriate training.

• Prepare clinical rooms and ensure equipment and supplies are clean, safe and available.

• Support vaccination clinics and health checks under clinical supervision.

• Follow infection prevention and control procedures, including safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps.

• Maintain accurate patient records and protect patient confidentiality.

• Monitor clinical stock and report low supplies, expired items or faulty equipment.

• Treat patients with dignity, respect and compassion.

• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, fire safety and information governance policies.

• Attend mandatory training and maintain clinical competencies.

• Report concerns, abnormal observations, incidents or safeguarding issues promptly to the appropriate clinician.

• Work effectively with GPs, nurses and the wider practice team.

The postholder must work within their training, competence and delegated responsibilities and undertake clinical procedures only when appropriately trained, assessed and authorised.

About us

Stoneycroft Medical Centre is an NHS GP practice located at Stoneville Road, Liverpool, L13 6QD. The practice provides primary healthcare services to registered patients, including general medical consultations, chronic disease management, vaccinations and immunisations, health checks, screening, health promotion and preventative care. The practice team includes GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants and administrative staff who work together to deliver safe, effective and patient-centred care. The practice aims to improve the health and wellbeing of its patients, promote equal access to services, maintain confidentiality and provide care in line with NHS requirements and relevant clinical guidance.

Details

Date posted

02 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

Depending on experience NA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A5692-26-0003

Job locations

Derby Lane Medical Centre

88 Derby Lane

Liverpool

L13 3DN

United Kingdom

Stoneycroft Medical Centre

Stoneville Road

LIVERPOOL

L13 6QD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Patient Care

• Assist GPs and the Practice Nurse with routine clinical duties and patient care.

• Record basic observations, including blood pressure, pulse, height and weight, following appropriate training.

• Support vaccination clinics, NHS Health Checks, screening and health promotion activities.

Clinical Room and Infection Control

• Prepare clinical rooms and ensure equipment is clean, safe and ready for use.

• Maintain adequate clinical supplies and check expiry dates.

• Follow infection prevention and control procedures.

• Dispose of clinical waste and sharps safely in accordance with practice policies.

Patient Records and Safety

• Maintain accurate patient records and protect confidential information.

• Report abnormal observations, incidents, safeguarding concerns and equipment faults promptly.

• Support patient recalls and chronic disease management clinics as directed.

General Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses and administrative staff.

• Follow practice policies, health and safety, safeguarding and information governance requirements.

• Attend mandatory training and maintain required competencies.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Patient Care

• Assist GPs and the Practice Nurse with routine clinical duties and patient care.

• Record basic observations, including blood pressure, pulse, height and weight, following appropriate training.

• Support vaccination clinics, NHS Health Checks, screening and health promotion activities.

Clinical Room and Infection Control

• Prepare clinical rooms and ensure equipment is clean, safe and ready for use.

• Maintain adequate clinical supplies and check expiry dates.

• Follow infection prevention and control procedures.

• Dispose of clinical waste and sharps safely in accordance with practice policies.

Patient Records and Safety

• Maintain accurate patient records and protect confidential information.

• Report abnormal observations, incidents, safeguarding concerns and equipment faults promptly.

• Support patient recalls and chronic disease management clinics as directed.

General Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses and administrative staff.

• Follow practice policies, health and safety, safeguarding and information governance requirements.

• Attend mandatory training and maintain required competencies.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs in English and Maths, or equivalent, are desirable.
• OET/ILETS 7.5 and above
• Previous experience in a GP practice, NHS or other healthcare setting.
• Training or experience in taking blood pressure, recording observations, phlebotomy or ECGs, where these duties are required.
• Willingness to complete mandatory training, including safeguarding, infection prevention and control, health and safety, and basic life support.
• Ability to complete role-specific clinical training and competency assessments.

Desirable

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or Clinical Healthcare Support.
• Experience Working on EMIS

Experience

Essential

• Experience of Working in GP Practice
• Experience of working on EMIS system
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Caring, compassionate and professional approach to patients.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and accurate records.
• Understanding of the importance of infection prevention and control.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training and clinical competency assessments.
• Ability to follow instructions and work within the limits of their competence.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and safeguarding.

Desirable

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or Clinical Healthcare Support.
• Basic IT skills and experience using electronic patient records.
• Basic Life Support training.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs in English and Maths, or equivalent, are desirable.
• OET/ILETS 7.5 and above
• Previous experience in a GP practice, NHS or other healthcare setting.
• Training or experience in taking blood pressure, recording observations, phlebotomy or ECGs, where these duties are required.
• Willingness to complete mandatory training, including safeguarding, infection prevention and control, health and safety, and basic life support.
• Ability to complete role-specific clinical training and competency assessments.

Desirable

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or Clinical Healthcare Support.
• Experience Working on EMIS

Experience

Essential

• Experience of Working in GP Practice
• Experience of working on EMIS system
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Caring, compassionate and professional approach to patients.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and accurate records.
• Understanding of the importance of infection prevention and control.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training and clinical competency assessments.
• Ability to follow instructions and work within the limits of their competence.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and safeguarding.

Desirable

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or Clinical Healthcare Support.
• Basic IT skills and experience using electronic patient records.
• Basic Life Support training.

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

Derby Lane Medical Centre

Address

Derby Lane Medical Centre

88 Derby Lane

Liverpool

L13 3DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.derbylanemc-liverpool.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Derby Lane Medical Centre

Address

Derby Lane Medical Centre

88 Derby Lane

Liverpool

L13 3DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.derbylanemc-liverpool.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Syed Hasan Abid

[email protected]

01513176250

Details

Date posted

02 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

Depending on experience NA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A5692-26-0003

Job locations

Derby Lane Medical Centre

88 Derby Lane

Liverpool

L13 3DN

United Kingdom

Stoneycroft Medical Centre

Stoneville Road

LIVERPOOL

L13 6QD

United Kingdom

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