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Job summary

Main area
Phlebotomy
Grade
Band 2
Contract
Permanent: 2 x 20 hour posts
Hours
Part time - 20 hours per week (2 x 20 hour posts)
Job ref
349-WTWA-7903916*
Employer
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Wythenshawe Hospital
Town
Wythenshawe
Salary
£25,272 per annum (pro rata)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
22/04/2026 23:59

Employer heading

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust logo

Phlebotomist

Band 2

Job overview

The Phlebotomist is an integral member of WTWA, Patient Flow : He/she will be responsible for safely and efficiently performing venipuncture on patients requiring blood tests.

Successful candidates will contribute to the efficient performance of the phlebotomy team in the provision of services to wards, clinics, Withington community hospital and GP services in the community, in accordance with local and Trust policies.

Main duties of the job

As part of the Phlebotomist team at Wythenshawe MFT candidates must meet the following criteria.

Evidence direct patient care experience working in a health care setting.

Must have a current full UK driving licence and have access to a suitable vehicle (Insured for business use) to perform duties in the community.

Must have the ability to put patients at ease and remain calm in an emergency

Attention to detail to ensure positive patient identification.

The ability to organise and prioritise duties and tasks

Knowledge of a range of software packages such as EPR, Microsoft word.

Health & Safety and Infection control awareness and how it applies to a Health Care setting.

Self-motivated, Flexible to work mornings and afternoons.

Working for our organisation

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe, a great place to start or grow your career. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do. 
You’ll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here.
You’ll find that we’re committed to helping you grow - whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community. We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we’ll support you with training, development, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter.
Most importantly, you’ll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You’ll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust.
At MFT we’re All Here For You - every step of the way.  Join us today.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.   

Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’

To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place.  This welcoming one‑stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are — what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others.  You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.

 To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place', simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Documents to download’ section and once opened, you can either scan or click on the QR code. 

Closing vacancy listings early

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application 

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Functional skills Level 1, Maths and English or Education equivalents
Desirable criteria
  • NVQ Level 2 in Health/care certificate or relevant experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential criteria
  • Direct patient care working in a health care seting
  • Health and Safety and Infection control awareness
Desirable criteria
  • Working within an acute hospital environment on wards or clinics

Skills and abilitys

Essential criteria
  • Good communication skills. Written and verbal
  • Attention to detail to ensure positive patient identification
  • knowledge of electronic patient record systems
Desirable criteria
  • Confident to liaise with other hospital staff and patients
  • Time management skills

Attributes

Essential criteria
  • Able to meet the flexible needs of the role and duty rota
  • Must have a current UK driving licence and have access to a suitable vehicle (insured for business use) to perform duties in the community
Desirable criteria
  • Can recognise own personal development need

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Veteran AwareApprenticeships logoArmed Forces Covenant Gold AwardDisability confident employerStep into healthHappy to Talk Flexible Working

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.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Anne-Marie Burns
Job title
Phlebotomy Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
0161 291 2115
Additional information

Mrs Angela Cockayne

Phlebotomy supervisor

[email protected]

0161 291 2115