Preston Grove Medical Centre

General Practice Assistant (GPA)

The closing date is 16 January 2026

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Job summary

General Practice Assistants (GPAs) form part of a multi-disciplinary team within primary care, providing a support role by carrying out administrative tasks and some basic clinical duties to free up GP time and contribute to the smooth running of the Practice.

We are looking for a GP Assistant (GPA) to join our friendly and professional Nursing team.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will help to improve standards across a wide range of administrative activity and basic healthcare assistant clinical duties. The position is suitable for someone who wishes to demonstrate initiative and to develop their own skills further.

About us

The practice has over 15,800 patients, and is at the forefront of new care models and network working. We have a strong ethos on continuous learning with an enthusiastic multi-team approach to care.

We try to offer a holistic approach to our patients so they feel cared for and for us the right candidate will be able to bring enthusiasm and a willingness to develop into the role.

Details

Date posted

24 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,628 to £25,979 a year ARRS Funded

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A3297-25-0004

Job locations

Preston Grove Medical Centre

Preston Grove

Yeovil

Somerset

BA20 2BQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

To support the practice in the delivery of the Network Contract DES and Quality and Outcome Framework specifications

Dipping urine, taking blood pressure, performing ECGs and phlebotomy (blood tests)

Carrying out various clinical health checks e.g. diabetic foot checks

Assisting with specialist GP led clinics, e.g. hypertension

To manage data quality issues, providing support and guidance to practice staff in the use of the clinical system to promote quality achievement.

The post-holder will need to become familiar with all functions of the clinical system and their applications, plus national and local quality standards for primary care.

The post holder will be aware of the various statutory requirements and will assist in implementation as directed by the practice manager. There is a need to work closely with reception and clinical staff to ensure the smooth running of the practice, reporting any problems encountered to the relevant person.

Training requirements will be monitored by yearly appraisal. Personal development will be encouraged and supported by the practice. It is the individuals responsibility to remain up to date with recent developments.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To support the practice in the delivery of the Network Contract DES and Quality and Outcome Framework specifications

Dipping urine, taking blood pressure, performing ECGs and phlebotomy (blood tests)

Carrying out various clinical health checks e.g. diabetic foot checks

Assisting with specialist GP led clinics, e.g. hypertension

To manage data quality issues, providing support and guidance to practice staff in the use of the clinical system to promote quality achievement.

The post-holder will need to become familiar with all functions of the clinical system and their applications, plus national and local quality standards for primary care.

The post holder will be aware of the various statutory requirements and will assist in implementation as directed by the practice manager. There is a need to work closely with reception and clinical staff to ensure the smooth running of the practice, reporting any problems encountered to the relevant person.

Training requirements will be monitored by yearly appraisal. Personal development will be encouraged and supported by the practice. It is the individuals responsibility to remain up to date with recent developments.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, including English and Maths

Desirable

  • General Practice Assistant (GPA) Skills Certificate or equivalent
  • Qualified in Phlebotomy

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within a fast paced environment
  • Ability to work under pressure and to prioritise own workload
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to communicate effectively with the practice team and patients
  • Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative

Desirable

  • Experience of working in primary care
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, including English and Maths

Desirable

  • General Practice Assistant (GPA) Skills Certificate or equivalent
  • Qualified in Phlebotomy

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within a fast paced environment
  • Ability to work under pressure and to prioritise own workload
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to communicate effectively with the practice team and patients
  • Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative

Desirable

  • Experience of working in primary care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Preston Grove Medical Centre

Address

Preston Grove Medical Centre

Preston Grove

Yeovil

Somerset

BA20 2BQ


Employer's website

https://www.prestongrovemedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Preston Grove Medical Centre

Address

Preston Grove Medical Centre

Preston Grove

Yeovil

Somerset

BA20 2BQ


Employer's website

https://www.prestongrovemedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Kate Wood

01935474353

Details

Date posted

24 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,628 to £25,979 a year ARRS Funded

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A3297-25-0004

Job locations

Preston Grove Medical Centre

Preston Grove

Yeovil

Somerset

BA20 2BQ


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