Trainee Phlebotomist

Trainee Phlebotomist
Salary: £21,691.58 per year plus Commission, Overtime, Expenses and Benefits
Hours: 30 hours per week
Location: Field Based, Edinburgh

Are you looking for a role where the work you do has real purpose? Known internally as a Health Assessment Specialist at Bluecrest Wellness, you'll play a vital part in helping people take control of their health and wellbeing. Every day, you'll meet customers who are relying on your support, reassurance and professionalism, and the impact you make can genuinely change lives.

This is a role for someone who enjoys variety, independence and the satisfaction of delivering high-quality care. No two days are ever the same: you'll travel across your region, work in a range of well-presented venues, and guide customers through important health assessments that give them clarity and confidence about their wellbeing.

You don't need to come with a specific background, what matters most is your passion for health, your love of meeting new people, and your excitement for a role that blends hands-on clinical work with meaningful customer interaction. It's a role where your empathy, accuracy and energy truly count.

If you want a job that feels rewarding, purposeful and genuinely appreciated, this could be the perfect next step.

Responsibilities, hours and the day-to-day of the role
In this role, you'll work 3 × 10-hour shifts per week, totalling 30 hours, with shifts scheduled between 6am and 10pm, Monday to Sunday. Your rota is created by our Resource Team and provided three weeks in advance, giving you plenty of time to plan ahead. You will have the option to request 2-days in a calendar month where you cannot work due to particular reasons.

Travel is a regular part of the role and adds variety to your week. You may need to drive up to two hours to reach your venue for the day (this travel sits outside your 10-hour shift). However, for any drives over 1.5 hours we'll make sure to provide you with paid accommodation and meal allowance! On occasion, depending on the venue type, you may also travel by public transport.

At Bluecrest, we pride ourselves on quality, from our customer care to the venues we work in. You'll have the chance to deliver health assessments in a range of welcoming, well-presented clinic spaces across your region, keeping your working environment fresh and interesting.

Your day begins with planning your route and travelling to your allocated venue. Once there, you'll set up your equipment, get settled, and begin greeting your customers for the day. You can expect to see 15–22 customers per day, with appointment times ranging from 10 to 45 minutes, depending on their chosen package.

Throughout the day, you'll carry out a variety of health assessments, such as:

• PAD
• ECG
• Phlebotomy (once qualified)
• Lung Function
• Body Composition
• And more!

You'll also offer guidance on any appropriate further testing and keep all necessary administration up to date.

One of the most rewarding aspects of the role is the impact you have on each customer's experience. You're often the first step in helping someone better understand their health, and people value the reassurance, professionalism and care you bring to their appointment. While you're not required to interpret results or provide lifestyle advice afterwards, your role is essential in ensuring every customer feels supported, informed and looked after.

This is a hands-on, people-focused role where no two days are the same, and where the work you do genuinely makes a difference.

What we'd like to see from you

• A Full UK License and access to your own car – as part of the role you'll be required to transport your kit to and from the venue so access to a standard sized car is required, as well as the ability to store kit items in your home when you are not working.
• Ability to work any days between Monday to Sunday and any times between 6am and 10pm on a rota-basis, these are 6am – 4pm, 8am – 6pm and 12pm to 9pm. These are allocated to you on a rota basis.
• Must be able to use computers/laptop/phone/tablet to a satisfactory degree
• Clear DBS - we will process this on your behalf!
• Ability to travel anything up to 2 hours away from your home location to perform the role, and occasional overnight stays where required
• Be living within the correct distance of the regional location of the role.
• Ability to attend our Milton Keynes head office for the first 2-weeks of training for this role (this will require staying Monday-Friday in Milton Keynes for both weeks, however, we will provide paid accommodation and meal allowance for your stay if you live over 1 hour and 30 minutes from Milton Keynes!).
• A real willingness to learn and take on new skills.
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Strong organisational skills
• Previous experience working with customers
• Previous experience offering further products or services (upselling) is desirable but not essential
• Previous experience working to targets or KPI's
• Previous experience in phlebotomy or other clinical procedures is desirable but not essential
• The ability to display good clinical knowledge is desirable but not essential
• General interest in health and wellbeing
• Ability to work to own initiative and be proactive
• Punctual and able to keep to timings
• Ability to showcase empathy and compassion
• Intuitive and able to understand the needs of others
• Resilient in nature
• Willingness to upsell further products
• Able to lift, carry and set up kit required for the role

*Please note as part of the onboarding process for this role you will require a satisfactory enhanced criminal records check (covered by us).

Your Growth, Wellbeing & Rewards*

• Balance & Support: We help you find balance with annual leave that grows with your service, a supportive Company Sick Pay Scheme, and enhanced family leave to give you time when it matters most.
• Learning & Development: We invest in your growth with Apprenticeship Schemes, clear career pathways, our Bluecrest Academy for Aspiring Managers, and a dedicated Leadership Development Programme — all supported by a 24/7 Learning Library accessible to everyone.
• Financial & Lifestyle: We support your financial wellbeing and lifestyle with a salary-exchange pension, an Employee Charity Sponsorship Scheme, retail and leisure discounts, and a home-office allowance. You'll also get Sophos @Home protection and access to our Employee Assistance Programme for everyday support.
• Health & Wellbeing: We prioritise your health and wellbeing with discounted gym membership, our Cycle to Work scheme, four free health assessments each year for you, your family or friends, plus 50% off additional health tests. You'll also have the reassurance of life insurance as part of your package.

*After qualifying period & subject to terms and conditions, contract type and/or eligibility.

Ready to Take the Next Step? If your skills, experience and enthusiasm could make a real impact here at Bluecrest, and you're looking for a place where you can genuinely belong - we'd love to hear from you. Once we've reviewed your application, if it looks like a strong match, a member of our recruitment team will be in touch for an initial chat. It's a chance for us to get to know you, and for you to ask anything you'd like about the role, the team, or life at Bluecrest. We're excited to learn more about you.

Everyone is Welcome
We're committed to a workplace where everyone is treated with dignity, respect and equality. Our decisions are based on merit, role requirements and the needs of our organisation, and our approach is firmly rooted in diversity, equity and inclusion.
We know that diverse teams bring fresh perspectives and drive better outcomes, so we work to ensure every individual feels valued, supported and able to thrive. We encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work — because when people feel they truly belong, they do their best work.

Other Info

• Please note that this role is exempt from the provisions of Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Orders 1975 and 2001. As such, all convictions, cautions, and bind-overs—including those considered 'spent' must be disclosed as part of the application process.
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• Please be aware that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.