Overview
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Join Our Blood Sciences Team! We are looking for motivated and dedicated individuals to join our friendly and supportive Blood Science team. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone with an interest in healthcare, whether you’re just starting or looking for a new direction. Full training will be provided.
Responsibilities
* Receiving and processing blood, serum, urine, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), and other specimens
* Handling telephone and face-to-face enquiries professionally
* Performing essential analytical, clerical, and administrative tasks
* Maintaining high levels of accuracy and professionalism under pressure
* Ensuring the smooth daily functioning of the Blood Sciences laboratory
You will work both under supervision and independently, contributing directly to patient care through timely and accurate laboratory support.
What We’re Looking For
* A genuine interest in healthcare
* Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure
* Polite, professional, and confident communication skills
* A team player with a proactive and flexible approach
Working Hours and Shift Pattern
* Early: 07:45 – 15:45
* Core Day: 09:00 – 17:30
* Late: 13:15 – 21:15
* Night: 21:00 – 08:00
Some weekend and bank holiday working is required as part of the rota.
Important Application Information
* Please ensure you read the job description and person specification carefully.
* Your supporting statement should clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria and explain why you want to work for Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.
* Applications will be assessed against the person specification.
* This post may attract a high number of applicants, and the closing date may be brought forward — we encourage early submission.
Interview and Assessment
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a face-to-face interview, which will include a practical data entry assessment to evaluate accuracy and attention to detail.
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.
We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.
Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.
Flexible Working
We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it’s adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.
Joining Us Includes a Comprehensive Benefits Package
* At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff)
* Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
* Blue Light card eligibility
* And more; additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below
For further details / informal visits contact: Katy Baker, Blood Science Pre-Analytics Manager. Email: katy.baker3@nhs.net | Telephone: 01622 220298
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
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* Hospitals and Health Care
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