Job summary: This is a developmental role. Full training will be given with the aim of gaining the level 3 diploma APT. Once the training is successfully completed the post-holder will move to the Band 4 payscale.
After a period of orientation and familiarisation to enroll and engage fully with the APT course to gain the qualification of Level 3 Diploma in APT. To apply skill learnt in house and eventually on the course to complete a portfolio. During this learning prepare bodies for Post Mortem and be responsible to the Senior/Chief Technician in the delivery of high-quality Post-Mortem services.
Main duties of the job
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.
About us
We are a leading local employer with a diverse workforce of approximately 6,000 staff, dedicated to providing healthcare services to a growing population of around 780,000 individuals.
Our Trust provides both emergency and planned healthcare across East Surrey, North-East West Sussex, and South Croydon - covering towns like Crawley, Horsham, Reigate, and Redhill. Our main hospital, East Surrey in Redhill, offers a full range of acute and specialist services and is also the closest trauma unit to Gatwick Airport. We also provide outpatient, diagnostic, and planned care services at sites including The Earlswood Centre, Caterham Dene Hospital, Oxted Health Centre, Crawley Hospital, and Horsham Hospital.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we work hard to create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. At our Trust, we strive to be the best place to work and receive care. We are dedicated to supporting you in your current role while helping you grow and develop your career. As part of our team, you will have access to excellent training opportunities, flexible working, dedicated support networks, and a strong emphasis on health and wellbeing to ensure a thriving and positive work environment.
Details
Date posted: 07 October 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 a year plus high cost allowance
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 326-7519745-RB
Job locations: East Surrey Hospital, Canada Avenue, Redhill, RH1 5RH
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role.
Person Specification Criteria
* Evidence of a good standard of written English appropriate to the role
* A complete and accurate application
* Suitability for role evidenced in supporting statement
* Evidence of essential experience for role
* Meet the essential education/qualifications required for the role
* Hold the necessary mandatory professional/clinical registration
* Evidence of the Trust values and behaviours
* Evidence of any other essential criteria outlined in the personal specification
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: Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address: East Surrey Hospital, Canada Avenue, Redhill, RH1 5RH
Employer's website: https://surreyandsussex.nhs.uk/
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