Job Overview 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. Working for our organisation 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. Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo Detailed Job Description And Main 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 criteria GCSE’S or equivalent in English and Maths. Experience Desirable criteria Experience in a multi skilled environment Skills Essential criteria Multi-tasking skills, prioritisation skills and initiative Ability to work to deadlines Good computer skills. Good keyboard skills. Desirable criteria Basic knowledge of medical terminology Team Player Observant of detail, ability to make basic judgement decisions. Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust (FHFT) is proud of its strong reputation, record of achievement and ambition for the future. We serve a population of over 900,000 people across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and South Buckinghamshire, and remain committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities. Our new organisational strategy – FHFT 2030 – sets out our ambition to be the best place to receive care and the best place to work in the NHS. Underpinned by our Trust values – Committed to Excellence, Working Together, Facing the Future, and being a modern, compassionate, Healthcare Organisation – we are creating a culture where our people can thrive and patients always come first. We continue to invest heavily in our services and facilities. This includes the development of a new hospital at Frimley Park, major expansion of diagnostics and inpatient capacity, and the continued transformation of services across our sites. We have already delivered a brand-new £100m state-of-the-art Heatherwood Hospital, a £49m Emergency Assessment Centre at Wexham Park, and a £10m upgrade to maternity services. We are also committed to sustainability and the NHS Net Zero ambition. Our new hospital and estate developments are being designed to be environmentally responsible, energy efficient, and future-proofed, featuring on-site renewables energy and intelligent energy systems. Through our green plan, we are embedding sustainable practices across all areas of care and operations, ensuring we reduce our environmental impact while improving population health and wellbeing. Our staff are key to helps us deliver on our ambition and to ensure sustainability is a core component of care delivery and our operations. Alongside estates’ investments, we are embedding a strong focus on digital innovation and quality improvement. Our electronic patient record (Epic), launched in 2024, is already enabling safer, more connected, and more effective care for patients, while giving staff the tools they need to do their best work. Our electronic patient record also supports safe and effective digitised care pathways, savings time and carbon, whilst delivering excellent quality of care. Everything we do is guided by our values, shaping how we care for patients, support colleagues, and build a sustainable future for healthcare together. Apply online now