Healthcare Assistant - East Surrey Division

Ready to make an impact in Primary Care? Why not consider joining us as a Health Care Assistant within the East Surrey Division of Modality Partnership.

Apply now and join a team where our organisational CARE values Commitment, Accountability, Respect and Excellence shape the way we work every day.

We are seeking a Health Care Assistant to join our team at Birchwood Medical Practice on a full-time basis. This is far more than a traditional support role you will be a vital member of the nursing and practice team, contributing directly to the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate patient care while supporting service efficiency and quality improvement.

Why join us?

As part of Modality Partnership, you will benefit from:

• NHS pension scheme
• Minimum 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
• Employee discounts and benefits scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Education and career development pathways
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Flexible working options
• Wellbeing support initiatives

Main duties of the job

This is a hands-on,

patient-facing clinical support role working closely with the nursing and wider

multidisciplinary team to promote health, prevent illness, and support the

ongoing management of patients across the practice.

You will carry out a range of

clinical tasks including patient health checks, observations, phlebotomy, urine

testing, and ECG recording where trained, supporting both routine and long-term

condition monitoring. The role also involves assisting with vaccination programmes,

wound care, suture and staple removal where appropriate, and providing patients

with health promotion advice to support self-care and wellbeing.

You will maintain accurate and

timely clinical records, respond to patient queries, and work collaboratively

across the practice to ensure smooth, safe, and effective care delivery.

Flexibility, professionalism, and a compassionate approach are essential as you

support both patients and colleagues in a fast-paced Primary Care environment.

Strong communication skills, good

IT knowledge, and a genuine commitment to patient-centred care are key to

success in this role. In return, you will be supported to develop your clinical

skills and progress your career within a forward-thinking organisation.

About us

Our East Surrey practices are part of

Modality Partnership, one of the UKs largest GP super-partnerships, serving

over 500,000 patients with a workforce of more than 1,800 staff. We

continuously innovate to improve patient care and staff experience, embracing

digital tools and automation to enhance how services are delivered.

We continuously innovate to

improve patient care and staff experience. In this role, you will work closely

with the healthcare team to support consistent ways of working and improve

patient satisfaction. You will also gain a wide portfolio of Primary Care

clinical skills and career development opportunities.

If you are

ready to make a real difference to patients lives, develop your clinical

skills, and grow your career within a supportive Primary Care environment, we

want to hear from you. Apply now and join our team where your expertise,

commitment, and initiative truly matter.

Modality Partnership is proud to

recruitment in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.50 to £16 an hour

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time,

Flexible working

Reference number

E0281-26-0175

Job locations

Birchwood Medical Practice

Birchwood

Kings Road

HORLEY

Surrey

RH6 7DG

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting documents for the full Job Description outlining the core responsibilities of the Health Care Assistant role.

You will thrive in this role if you are looking to develop your clinical career, have a passion for promoting health and wellbeing, and enjoy supporting patients with long-term conditions and preventative healthcare.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.

Pre-employment requirements

• Vaccinations: Evidence of Hepatitis B (x3), titre level and/or booster, and MMR and Varicella status required. Support is available for those who are undecided.
• Right to work: Proof of eligibility to work in the UK required at interview.
• References: Two references required, one of which must be your current or most recent employer.
• Employment history: Any employment gaps of 6 weeks or more must be declared.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting documents for the full Job Description outlining the core responsibilities of the Health Care Assistant role.

You will thrive in this role if you are looking to develop your clinical career, have a passion for promoting health and wellbeing, and enjoy supporting patients with long-term conditions and preventative healthcare.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.

Pre-employment requirements

• Vaccinations: Evidence of Hepatitis B (x3), titre level and/or booster, and MMR and Varicella status required. Support is available for those who are undecided.
• Right to work: Proof of eligibility to work in the UK required at interview.
• References: Two references required, one of which must be your current or most recent employer.
• Employment history: Any employment gaps of 6 weeks or more must be declared.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within Primary or Secondary Care.
• Experience of data input, information gathering, and maintaining confidentiality.
• Recent experience delivering direct patient care.
• EMIS or System1 experience.

Knowledge

Essential

• Phlebotomy skills.
• Blood pressure monitoring.
• Urine testing.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to follow clinical guidelines and protocols.
• ECG recording.
• Wound care.
• Suture or staple removal.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Caring, compassionate, and professional approach.
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Organised and able to prioritise workload.
• Adaptable and motivated to learn new skills.
• Confident supporting patients and colleagues.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within Primary or Secondary Care.
• Experience of data input, information gathering, and maintaining confidentiality.
• Recent experience delivering direct patient care.
• EMIS or System1 experience.

Knowledge

Essential

• Phlebotomy skills.
• Blood pressure monitoring.
• Urine testing.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to follow clinical guidelines and protocols.
• ECG recording.
• Wound care.
• Suture or staple removal.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Caring, compassionate, and professional approach.
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Organised and able to prioritise workload.
• Adaptable and motivated to learn new skills.
• Confident supporting patients and colleagues.

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

Modality Partnership

Address

Birchwood Medical Practice

Birchwood

Kings Road

HORLEY

Surrey

RH6 7DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.modalitypartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Modality Partnership

Address

Birchwood Medical Practice

Birchwood

Kings Road

HORLEY

Surrey

RH6 7DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.modalitypartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting documents for the full Job Description outlining the core responsibilities of the Health Care Assistant role.

You will thrive in this role if you are looking to develop your clinical career, have a passion for promoting health and wellbeing, and enjoy supporting patients with long-term conditions and preventative healthcare.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.

Pre-employment requirements

• Vaccinations: Evidence of Hepatitis B (x3), titre level and/or booster, and MMR and Varicella status required. Support is available for those who are undecided.
• Right to work: Proof of eligibility to work in the UK required at interview.
• References: Two references required, one of which must be your current or most recent employer.
• Employment history: Any employment gaps of 6 weeks or more must be declared.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within Primary or Secondary Care.
• Experience of data input, information gathering, and maintaining confidentiality.
• Recent experience delivering direct patient care.
• EMIS or System1 experience.

Knowledge

Essential

• Phlebotomy skills.
• Blood pressure monitoring.
• Urine testing.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to follow clinical guidelines and protocols.
• ECG recording.
• Wound care.
• Suture or staple removal.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Caring, compassionate, and professional approach.
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Organised and able to prioritise workload.
• Adaptable and motivated to learn new skills.
• Confident supporting patients and colleagues.