Health Care Assistant 

24 hours per week, £13.45 per hour

Are you passionate about patient care and looking for an opportunity to develop your clinical skills within a supportive and forward-thinking GP practice? We are seeking a caring, motivated and enthusiastic Health Care Assistant to join our clinical team in Kendal.

 As the largest GP practice in the South Lakes, caring for over 17,000 patients across two sites, we are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a friendly multidisciplinary team and make a real difference to the health and wellbeing of our local community.

What will you be doing?

You will play an important role in supporting the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate patient care. Working alongside healthcare professionals, you will assist with a range of clinical and administrative tasks, including:

·         Phlebotomy and specimen collection

·         Blood pressure monitoring and routine clinical observations

·         Annual review testing and health monitoring

·         Urinalysis, ECG and simple clinical investigations

·         Clinical administration

·         Recording accurate clinical information within patient records

·         Assisting clinicians and supporting patient care pathways

·         Providing excellent patient service and communication

 This is a varied and rewarding role that offers the opportunity to build clinical experience while contributing directly to patient outcomes

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who is:

·         Caring, compassionate and patient focused

·         A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills

·         Organised and able to prioritise effectively

·         Able to work confidently as part of a multidisciplinary team

·         Comfortable using IT systems and maintaining accurate records

·         Willing to learn and develop new skills

·         Available to participate in late and Saturday morning clinics

Previous experience within a healthcare setting is desirable but not essential, as training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

Interested?

If this opportunity sounds appealing, we would love to hear from you. If you would like to find out more, please contact our Head of Nursing, Janet Ingram janet.ingram11@nhs.net    Applications should be made in writing with covering letter and copy of current CV to janet.ingram11@nhs.net.

Closing date – 12^th October 2026. Please note, we reserve the right to close this advert early if sufficient applications are received. Recruitment information is available in alternative formats on request

Join Our GP Locum Bank

Are you a GP looking for flexible locum work within a supportive, well-organised, and forward-thinking practice?

We are expanding our GP Locum Bank and would love to hear from experienced, motivated clinicians who are interested in working with us on an occasional, regular, or short-term basis.

Based in the beautiful South Lakes, The James Cochrane Practice offers a friendly team environment, well-structured clinics, and a strong commitment to reducing unnecessary workload so clinicians can focus on patient care.

Why Work With Us?

A Well-Established Practice

• Two-site, dispensing practice serving approximately 17,000 patients
• Training practice with a strong commitment to professional development
• Active delivery of enhanced services including minor surgery, dermatology and ENT
• Dedicated frailty and care home teams
• Strong and innovative Primary Care Network links
• Quality improvement-focused and forward-thinking culture
• Prime South Lakes location with easy access to the Lake District National Park

Supported Clinical Sessions

Our sessions are designed to be manageable and well-supported:

• Typically 12 x 15-minute appointments per session
• Admin time built into the working day
• Home visits generally limited to one per session where required
• No routine duty doctor responsibilities
• Experienced care navigation, administrative and multidisciplinary team support

What You'll Find Here

• Friendly and approachable GP team
• Daily informal clinician catch-ups
• Clear processes and well-organised systems
• Strong administrative support to help reduce workload
• Flexibility around working patterns and availability
• Opportunities for regular sessions, short-term cover and longer placements where available

Interested?

For an informal conversation about joining our GP Locum Bank, please contact:

Emma Turner
Practice Operations Manager
📧 emma.turner44@nhs.net
📞 01539 760760

To express your interest, please send a copy of your CV, availability and rates to the email address above. Information is available in alternative formats on request.

Practice Nurse (Bank)

Flexible sessions

We are looking to expand our Bank Nursing Team and are seeking an experienced, motivated Practice Nurse to join our friendly and supportive practice on a flexible, as-needed basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who enjoys variety and working within a well-organised primary care setting. Located in Kendal offering excellent access to the Lake District National Park — ideal for those seeking outdoor lifestyle balance alongside clinical work.

The Role

Flexible bank sessions to support service demand, including holiday and sickness cover and seasonal vaccinations. You will be expected to work independently and confidently across a range of core practice nursing duties.

Core Skills Required: Applicants must be experienced and competent in:

• Childhood Immunisations
• Travel health and immunisations
• Routine injections (e.g. B12, depot)
• Cervical smears
• Wound care and dressings
• Seasonal flu/ Covid vaccinations
• Phlebotomy

Rate - £23.53 per hour inclusive of holiday allowance, depending on experience and responsibilities.

About Us

• Training practice with strong clinical development ethos
• Based in Kendal, in the heart of the South Lakes
• Training practice with a strong focus on quality care and staff wellbeing
• Active involvement in our local Primary Care Network
• Committed to reducing unnecessary workload and improving systems

INTERESTED?  For an informal discussion, please contact Head of Nursing: janet.ingram11@nhs.net

To apply, send your CV to the same address. Closing date: Open until filled. Information is available in alternative formats on request. 01539 760760 www.jamescochranepractice.co.uk