# Healthcare Assistant > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Practice Plus Group. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/healthcare-assistant/272bc107-ae22-4821-97c1-293de712b47d - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/healthcare-assistant/272bc107-ae22-4821-97c1-293de712b47d.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Practice Plus Group - **Town:** London - **Region:** South East - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Healthcare support worker - **Salary:** £25,557 to £29,723 a year - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full-time - **Closing date:** 2026-07-17T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-02T12:38:13.879Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0314-26-2466?employerCode=E0314 - **Application URL:** https://apply.practiceplushij.com/vacancies/15127/healthcare-assistant.html ## Job Content ### Job summary UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the team at HMP Full Sutton, a Category A high security prison located in Pocklington, York. HMP Full Sutton has capacity of around 600 men, and houses those serving long term sentences. Hours This position is full time working 37.5 hours per week on a 4 week rolling rota basis. Salary You will receive an annual salary up to £29,723 per annum. Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks #LI-AB1 ### Main duties of the job As our new Healthcare Assistant, your responsibilities will vary. Some of your duties will include: - Deliver exceptional care to patients, both in the healthcare department and on the wings - Be involved in the implementation of clinical care packages, phlebotomy and assessment, treatment and the evaluation of patients care - Support the primary care nursing team with all aspects of care, including venepuncture - Support clinics, including bloods, ECGs, weight etc - Support second receptions (new prisoners on the fifth day in the site) alongside the registered nurse - Act as a second checker in pharmacy as required - You will primarily be working within the primary care team, although may be required to carry out duties in the substance misuse team If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning. It doesnt stop there we also offer: - Company pension scheme - 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays - An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits - Discounts on shopping and leisure activities - Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development - Excellent long-term career prospects - 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it ### About us The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background. Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values: - we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated - we act with integrity - we embrace diversity - we strive to do things better together We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all. - Ideally hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health & Social Care, or Care Certificate - Have experience within phlebotomy - this is highly desirable! - Have experience in a clinical care setting previously - ideally from a hospital or prison setting - Have clinical experience - venepuncture, ECGs etc - Have a non-judgemental and compassionate approach Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you. ### Details - Date posted: 02 July 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £25,557 to £29,723 a year Up to £29,723 per annum - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Full-time - Reference number: 15127 - Job locations: HMP Full Sutton, Full Sutton, York, Yorkshire, YO41 1PS, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the team at HMP Full Sutton, a Category A high security prison located in Pocklington, York. HMP Full Sutton has capacity of around 600 men, and houses those serving long term sentences. Hours This position is full time working 37.5 hours per week on a 4 week rolling rota basis. Salary You will receive an annual salary up to £29,723 per annum. Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks #LI-AB1 ## Job Details UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the team at HMP Full Sutton, a Category A high security prison located in Pocklington, York. HMP Full Sutton has capacity of around 600 men, and houses those serving long term sentences. Hours This position is full time working 37.5 hours per week on a 4 week rolling rota basis. Salary You will receive an annual salary up to £29,723 per annum. Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks #LI-AB1 ## Job Description As our new Healthcare Assistant, your responsibilities will vary. Some of your duties will include: Deliver exceptional care to patients, both in the healthcare department and on the wings Be involved in the implementation of clinical care packages, phlebotomy and assessment, treatment and the evaluation of patients care Support the primary care nursing team with all aspects of care, including venepuncture Support clinics, including bloods, ECGs, weight etc Support second receptions (new prisoners on the fifth day in the site) alongside the registered nurse Act as a second checker in pharmacy as required You will primarily be working within the primary care team, although may be required to carry out duties in the substance misuse team If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning. It doesnt stop there we also offer: Company pension scheme 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits Discounts on shopping and leisure activities Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development Excellent long-term career prospects 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it ## Responsibilities UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the team at HMP Full Sutton, a Category A high security prison located in Pocklington, York. HMP Full Sutton has capacity of around 600 men, and houses those serving long term sentences. Hours This position is full time working 37.5 hours per week on a 4 week rolling rota basis. Salary You will receive an annual salary up to £29,723 per annum. 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