Apprentice Biomedical Scientist

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

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Job summary

The department are aiming to appoint to this post in September 2024.

Biomedical Scientists form the main part of the workforce of pathology laboratory services. They are responsible for testing samples from patients to support doctors and healthcare professionals in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust has pathology laboratories at all three of our hospitals. Most of our specialist laboratory services are based at Leicester Royal Infirmary

As an apprentice you will

Learn how to perform laboratory analyses associated with the post, including maintaining appropriate records and documentation.
Undertake quality control procedures and examine quality control results to identify poor performance.

What you will receive

NO tuition fees to pay at the end of your course and get paid while studying
Salary starting at £198 per week for the first year and increasing over the four years of study.

Future prospects

After graduating and completion of a state registration portfolio (included and expected within the four years) the apprentice will be eligible to apply for positions as a state registered biomedical scientist (Agenda for Change band 5) and be ready to begin their IBMS Specialist portfolio.

Entry requirements

A-levels x3 - BBB, including Biology; or BTEC Extended Diploma or 120 UCAS Tariff points from three A-levels or equivalent qualifications including an A-level grade B equivalent in Biology and GCSEs - English and Maths minimum grade C/4.

Main duties of the job

We have a number of opportunities for Apprentice Biomedical Scientists. This post would be ideal for school leavers or those who have left further education within the last few years who have the drive and ambition to work hard and further their education. Whilst completing a 4 year BSc Honours degree in Applied Biomedical Science by day release at Nottingham Trent University you will also be working and learning in one of the following Pathology Laboratories:-

Blood Sciences Automated Chemistry/Haematology
Microbiology
Cellular Pathology

About us

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

high-quality care for all,
being a great place to work,
partnerships for impact, and
research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

we are compassionate,
we are proud,
we are inclusive, and
we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Date posted

08 January 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£10,296 a year April 2024 National Minimum Wage for age

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

4 years

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

358-5851546-COR

Job locations

Leicester Royal Infirmary

Leicester

LE1 5WW

Job description

Job responsibilities

As an apprentice you will

Learn how to perform laboratory analyses associated with the post, including maintaining appropriate records and documentation.
Undertake quality control procedures and examine quality control results to identify poor performance.
Participate in the operation, routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
Assist with the development of new methods and the implementation of new technology.

Job description

Job responsibilities

As an apprentice you will

Learn how to perform laboratory analyses associated with the post, including maintaining appropriate records and documentation.
Undertake quality control procedures and examine quality control results to identify poor performance.
Participate in the operation, routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
Assist with the development of new methods and the implementation of new technology.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

At least 3 A levels (2 in Science) at grades B to A* or other appropriate level 3 (or Predicted grades)
Maths and English GCSE at C to A* (or 4 to 9) or functional Skills level 2 or above

Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

Demonstrated Behaviours consistent with Trust Values

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Evidence of good written skills
Willing to learn and take responsibility for own development

Desirable

Good General IT skills

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

At least 3 A levels (2 in Science) at grades B to A* or other appropriate level 3 (or Predicted grades)
Maths and English GCSE at C to A* (or 4 to 9) or functional Skills level 2 or above

Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

Demonstrated Behaviours consistent with Trust Values

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Evidence of good written skills
Willing to learn and take responsibility for own development

Desirable

Good General IT skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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