Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Biochemistry

The closing date is 11 December 2025

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) to join the team at Wexham Park Hospital, part of Berkshire & Surrey Pathology Services -- one of the largest NHS-led pathology networks in the UK.

This joint venture brings together the expertise of Frimley Health, Royal Surrey County Hospital, Ashford & St Peter's, Royal Berkshire, and Surrey & Sussex Healthcare NHS Trusts.

In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of a high-quality, patient-focused diagnostic service.

Working within a collaborative and inclusive team, you will support essential laboratory processes, ensuring timely and accurate results for clinicians and patients.

This position is ideal for individuals seeking part-time work in a fast-paced healthcare environment, with opportunities to develop core laboratory skills and play a key part in supporting patient care.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be based in Biochemistry section providing comprehensive support Blood Sciences department.
Duties include assisting in the preparation of analytical work for Biochemistry Department across a range of scientific disciplines under the supervision of a Registered Biomedical Scientist.
Assist in the loading / unloading potentially infectious samples onto basic automated and manual equipment, following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), under supervision as required.
Monitoring and maintaining stock levels of laboratory consumables, ensuring that supplies are ordered and restocked in a timely manner to support continuous operations.
Carrying out general laboratory duties such as preparing samples, disposing of waste correctly, maintaining cleanliness of work areas, and ensuring compliance with health and safety guidelines.
Supporting the team with administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and handling basic telephone queries.
Ensures EQA samples and incomplete outstanding lists are managed effectively.

The post holder is expected to cover 24/7 shift in Blood Sciences and will consist of consecutive nights.

About us

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme.

We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.

Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.

We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.

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Date posted

04 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£19,240 a year per annum incl HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

151-SL0503

Job locations

Wexham Park Hospital

Wexham Road

Slough

SL2 4HL

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work closely with the line manager to support the delivery of a high-quality technical service aligned with UKAS and ISO 15189:2022 standards.
They will assist in maintaining robust laboratory processes, ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance across all activities.
The role involves developing and sustaining effective working relationships with colleagues at all levels, including scientific, technical, and medical staff, to facilitate smooth workflow and timely service delivery.
Responsibilities include contributing to daily laboratory operations, supporting quality assurance tasks, and assisting with documentation required for accreditation.
The post holder will help monitor equipment, report issues promptly, and uphold best practice in sample handling and data entry.
They will also participate in training, competency assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure the service meets evolving clinical and regulatory requirements.

For more information on the main responsibilities of the role please see attached job description and person specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work closely with the line manager to support the delivery of a high-quality technical service aligned with UKAS and ISO 15189:2022 standards.
They will assist in maintaining robust laboratory processes, ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance across all activities.
The role involves developing and sustaining effective working relationships with colleagues at all levels, including scientific, technical, and medical staff, to facilitate smooth workflow and timely service delivery.
Responsibilities include contributing to daily laboratory operations, supporting quality assurance tasks, and assisting with documentation required for accreditation.
The post holder will help monitor equipment, report issues promptly, and uphold best practice in sample handling and data entry.
They will also participate in training, competency assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure the service meets evolving clinical and regulatory requirements.

For more information on the main responsibilities of the role please see attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE'S or equivalent in English and Maths.

Experience

Desirable

Experience in a multi skilled environment

Skills

Essential

Multi-tasking skills, prioritisation skills and initiative
Ability to work to deadlines
Good computer skills.
Good keyboard skills.

Desirable

Basic knowledge of medical terminology
Team Player
Observant of detail, ability to make basic judgement decisions.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE'S or equivalent in English and Maths.

Experience

Desirable

Experience in a multi skilled environment

Skills

Essential

Multi-tasking skills, prioritisation skills and initiative
Ability to work to deadlines
Good computer skills.
Good keyboard skills.

Desirable

Basic knowledge of medical terminology
Team Player
Observant of detail, ability to make basic judgement decisions.

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

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wexham Park Hospital

Wexham Road

Slough

SL2 4HL

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wexham Park Hospital

Wexham Road

Slough

SL2 4HL

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)