Apprentice Healthcare Science Assistant - Micro

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

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Job summary

Provide a support role to Biomedical Scientists within the laboratory by processing andpreparing samples and reagents and maintaining analysers.

Responsible for supporting Biomedical Scientists within the Laboratory in the provision of a continuous and comprehensive Medical Microbiology Service. The post holder is a member of the Medical Microbiology team who assists the Biomedical Scientists in the performance of their duties. The post holder will perform a variety of technical, clerical and administrative tasks in support of the Medical Microbiology Department.

This vacancy is being advertised as an apprenticeship and as such the salary for the role if reflective of this. Those who currently hold and can evidence the essential qualifications need not apply. Your application will not be shortlisted if you hold the essential qualifications

If you do not hold or cannot evidence English and Maths at level 2 then support will be provided for the successful applicant(s) as part of the Trust's apprenticeship offer

Whilst this role is being advertised as a permanent position, there is an expectation that the successful applicant must complete all elements of the apprenticeship. Initially, the successful applicant will be placed on a fixed term apprenticeship contract for the duration of the programme. Upon completion of the apprenticeship and providing all additional milestones are met, the successful applicant will be issued a permanent contract.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

To assist the Department in the provision and continual improvement of a high quality Medical Microbiology service for all its users.
To analyse patient specimens in accordance with departmental guidelines.
To maintain high standards of Health & Safety at all times.
To comply with the Trust's and Department's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)and policies.
To assist in the training and supervision of less experienced staff.
To utilise resources cost effectively.

About us

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Date posted

29 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£17,711 to £23,615 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

408-24-1313

Job locations

Chester & Wirral Microbiology Service

Unit 11 Bassendale Road

Bromborough

CH62 3QL

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Apprentice Healthcare Science Assistant - Micro position available at WUTH.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Apprentice Healthcare Science Assistant - Micro position available at WUTH.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential

Level 2 qualifications including Maths, English and Sciences.

Desirable

NVQ2 Healthcare Science or Level 3 or higher

Personal Attributes

Essential

Demonstrates ability to communicate and relate effectively, clearly and professionally at all levels
Relay messages accurately and appropriately
Good telephone skills
Written and Verbal Communication Skills
Respond to unexpected changes and adopt a flexible approach
Demonstrate adaptable and flexible approach in undertaking duties required of the post
Able to work on late rota weekdays until 1900 hrs,and on weekend rota

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Commitment to training & quality
Good Organisational Skills
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Team Worker
Demonstrates initiative

Other Requirements

Essential

Comply with Trust Health & Safety Policy and Procedures
Maintain confidentiality in line with Trust's Policies

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential

Level 2 qualifications including Maths, English and Sciences.

Desirable

NVQ2 Healthcare Science or Level 3 or higher

Personal Attributes

Essential

Demonstrates ability to communicate and relate effectively, clearly and professionally at all levels
Relay messages accurately and appropriately
Good telephone skills
Written and Verbal Communication Skills
Respond to unexpected changes and adopt a flexible approach
Demonstrate adaptable and flexible approach in undertaking duties required of the post
Able to work on late rota weekdays until 1900 hrs,and on weekend rota

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Commitment to training & quality
Good Organisational Skills
Good literacy and numeracy skills
Team Worker
Demonstrates initiative

Other Requirements

Essential

Comply with Trust Health & Safety Policy and Procedures
Maintain confidentiality in line with Trust's Policies

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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