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Laboratory Support Worker with Level 2 Apprenticeship
NHS AfC: Band 2
Main area: Microbiology. Grade: NHS AfC: Band 2. Contract: Permanent. Hours: Full-time - 37.5 hours per week (including all shift patterns: day, evening, night, weekends, and bank holidays). Job ref: 321-CSS-7105169-B2
Site: John Radcliffe Hospital. Town: Headington. Salary: £24,169 per annum, pro-rata. Closing date: 06/05/2025 23:59. Interview date: 13/05/2025.
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts, providing a wide range of clinical services, education, training, and research.
The Trust comprises four hospitals: John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington, and Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our values, standards, and behaviours define the quality of care and relationships we foster, under the banner of Delivering Compassionate Excellence. We focus on compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement, and excellence, putting patients at the centre of our work. Watch our approach on the OUH YouTube channel.
We use Value Based Interviewing to select candidates who align with our values and skills. For more about our values and interview process, visit our website.
Job overview
The Microbiology Department, based at John Radcliffe Hospital, serves various NHS and private entities, including research trials.
The department operates 24/7. Successful applicants will participate in shift work, including days, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays, once trained. The position is full-time, 37.5 hours.
Main duties of the job
You will undertake a Level 2 BTEC Apprenticeship in Healthcare Science, gaining experience in a Microbiology department. Support includes mentorship, training, and off-the-job learning.
Requirements include GCSE Level or equivalent Grade C/4 in English, Maths, Science, and a passion for laboratory work and science.
As an Apprentice Laboratory Support Worker, you will support lab staff with sample receipt, data entry, sample processing, maintenance, stock control, waste management, and housekeeping duties.
You should uphold confidentiality, be conscientious, enthusiastic, and a team player, demonstrating OUH core values and effective communication skills.
Working for our organisation
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a major NHS teaching hospital, providing comprehensive clinical services and research opportunities. Learn more at our website.
Our hospitals include John Radcliffe, Churchill, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, and Horton General Hospital.
Our values and behaviours underpin our high-quality care and professional relationships, emphasizing Delivering Compassionate Excellence. See our approach on our YouTube channel.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Refer to the full job description link for details.
You will work towards achieving departmental competencies, communicate effectively about specimens and test results, and handle sensitive information with empathy. IT skills are essential for data management and database interrogation.
Person specification
Education and Qualifications
* GCSE English and Maths (Grade A-C; 9-4) or equivalent
* GCSE Science (Grade A-C; 9-4) or equivalent
* ECDL or similar computing qualification
* GCSE Chemistry or equivalent
Experience & Knowledge
* Laboratory and Health & Safety knowledge
* Laboratory techniques and disciplines within Pathology
* Medical terminology familiarity
Other Requirements
* Willingness to work with biological materials and samples
* Flexibility for shifts, including nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays
COVID-19: Vaccination is encouraged but not mandatory. More info at Oxfordshire County Council.
Vacancy Closures: May close early if high application volume is received.
Probation Period: 6 months, except for current employees or certain roles.
Referencing: Provide accurate work email addresses for references, ideally from your current or last manager.
Next Steps: Ensure your application addresses the job description and person specification. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within approximately 2 weeks. Check emails regularly.
No unsolicited agency contact.
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