Band 3 Clinical Assistant | Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust


Company:	Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Salary:	£25,760 - £27,476 per annum inclusive of HCAS
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London, W6 8RF
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	19 Oct 2026
Closing date:	18 Nov 2026

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Summary

The post holder will be expected to liaise appropriately with all Key Members of the multidisciplinary team and service users relating to the speciality of Breast Screening. They will provide assistance to the Consultant Surgeon /Radiologist in the Breast screening unit during biopsy procedures and clinical examination.

Responsible for preparation and checking of equipment prior to biopsy procedure. Chaperoning of patients during consultation and clinical examination. Preparation of procedure trolley for ultrasound biopsy/Punch Biopsy. Application of dressing following biopsy procedure in accordance to the aseptic technique.

*** Female only applicants. ***

Previous applicants need not to reapply at this stage.

In addition, applications must be the applicant's own work and accurately reflect their skills, qualifications, and experience. Applications that do not demonstrate this may not be progressed.

Due to the sensitive nature of this post, only female applicants can be considered, this is in line with the defined exceptions in the Equality Act 2010, known as Genuine Occupational Requirements (GOQ).

Please note if high volumes of applications are received the vacancy will close earlier than stated, you are advised to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment

An opportunity exists for a suitably experienced and innovative Clinical Assistant to join our renowned multi-professional team with a reputation of achieving clinical excellence. This is a rewarding role and you will be fully encouraged and supported in your professional development. We have 1 post available 37.5 hours per week, 8.30am to 5pm .

You will have the opportunity to develop your existing knowledge and skills and you will be encouraged to attend relevant courses.

If you have:

• Experience and knowledge of working with patients.

• Evidence of relevant personal development.

• Knowledge of the NHS Breast Screening Programme

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

• The ability to prioritise, work independently as well as within a team.

• IT and data inputting skills.

If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join the Royal Free at this time, we would be interested in receiving your application.

To find out more about working at the Royal Free please visit our website.

Our trust has over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.

Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers’ money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.

Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.

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Due to the sensitive nature of this post, only female applicants can be considered. This is in line with the defined exceptions in the Equality Act 2010, known as Genuine Occupational Requirements (GOQ)

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

This advert closes on Monday 2 Nov 2026

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