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Phlebotomist
Grade
Band 2
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 25 hours per week (Monday / Friday AM between 08:00 - 15:00 to suit business need)
Job ref
040-ACS203-0826
Employer
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
Bryntirion Medical Practice
Town
Bargoed
Salary
£26,300 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
24/08/2026 23:59

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Aneurin Bevan University Health Board logo

Phlebotomist

Band 2

We encourage applications from all with protected characteristics, including disabled and neurodiverse candidates and from those in the Armed Forces Community. Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted through the medium of Welsh will not be treated less favourably than applications made in English. 

Each job advert includes the relevant manager’s contact details, and you are encouraged to discuss any adjustments you may require directly with them. There is no obligation to disclose any personal or medical information—simply let us know what support would help you to participate fully.

Please let us know if you have any particular requirements to enable you to participate in the application and selection process. We will be pleased to discuss any reasonable adjustments or support needed. If you need any documents in a larger font or a different format (such as braille) please either contact the recruiting manager named in the job advert or alternatively contact the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board recruitment team on 01495 745805 option 3 or email [email protected] 

If you are successful at interview for this post you will receive your conditional offer of appointment and information pack via email.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time. Therefore we encourage early applications to ensure consideration for this post. If you are short listed for this post, you will be contacted via your email account you used to apply for this post, therefore please check your account regularly.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board support flexible working.

Health Board grounds are required to be smoke-free by law.  Smoking is not permitted anywhere on ABUHB sites. This applies to all staff, contractors, patients and visitors. More details are available in our Smoke-Free Environment Policy . For help to quit smoking please contact our Help Me Quit Team About Help Me Quit - Aneurin Bevan University Health Board 

Please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any time should it be filled via the internal redeployment process

The salary scale for a Band 3 has been adjusted as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2026/2027 and will be implemented in August 2026 backdated to 01 April 2026 where applicable.

Job overview

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Phlebotomist  to join our friendly primary care team. This is a patient-facing role supporting the delivery of high-quality care within a busy GP surgery.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

  • Carry out venepuncture safely and effectively in accordance with best practice
  • Collect, label, and handle specimens correctly for laboratory testing
  • Ensure patient comfort, dignity, and confidentiality at all times
  • Maintain accurate clinical records in line with NHS requirements
  • Adhere to infection prevention and control standards
  • Maintain and clean clinical equipment and work areas

Working for our organisation

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac

 

 

 

 

Person specification

Personal attributes

Essential criteria
  • Ability to take initiative to meet the needs of the service
  • Conscientious approach to work
Desirable criteria
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to multi-task
  • The ability to speak Welsh

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Ability and willingness to learn

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Ability to work as part of a team or independently
  • Communications skills
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of skills

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience of dealing with the public
  • Caring attitude
Desirable criteria
  • Computer qualifications, office work
  • Phlebotomy experience
  • Heathcare experience

Qualification

Essential criteria
  • Basic education in numeracy and literacy
Desirable criteria
  • 5 GCSE’s or equivalent
  • Previous Phlebotomy work

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Credit Unions WalesApprenticeships logoAge positiveDisability confident leaderImproving working livesStop Smoking Wales is the NHS Smoking Cessation Service in WalesArmed Forces Covenant Gold AwardStonewall Hyrwyddwr Amrywiaeth Diversity ChampionMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.RNIBCore principlesDisability Confident Leader - Welsh

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Sarah Jayne Vaughan
Job title
Business Support Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
07539274816
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