Paediatric Phlebotomist | Bristol NHS Foundation Trust


Company:	University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust
Salary:	£25,760 - £27,476 per annum (pro rata for part time)
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Bristol, BS2 8BJ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	20 Oct 2026
Closing date:	19 Nov 2026

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Summary

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people?

Do you have a compassionate nature and a genuine desire to help others? Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can develop your skills and progress in your career? If the answer is yes, then we want to hear from you!

We currently have a permanent role for an exciting opportunity with the inpatient phlebotomy service Band 3 Phlebotomist to join our dedicated and caring team within Children’s outpatients

A venepuncture qualification is essential. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about providing exceptional care to children and young people.

This phlebotomy role covers children from 0-18 years old and will cover children in the inpatient wards and those coming to outpatient clinics. We are looking for personable, friendly staff who can put children and their carers at ease whilst taking their bloods.

Working days are Monday through to Sunday and there may be some travel to other satellite paediatric clinics in South Bristol and Weston General Hospital. Role to start with effect from the 1stJanuary 2027.

Key Requirements to Apply: We are looking for individuals who are eager to learn, have excellent communication skills, and a positive, can-do attitude.

To be shortlisted for this role, you must clearly demonstrate on your application the following:

Maths qualification at GCSE A*-C / 4-9 or Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent.

• English qualification at GCSE A*-C / 4-9 or Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent.

• Level 3 qualification (or higher) in any subject.

• Phlebotomy experience

• Experience or a passion for working with children and young people.

You will need to provide evidence of your educational qualification before your invitation to interview is confirmed.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. 

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

This advert closes on Tuesday 3 Nov 2026

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