Job summary University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description for the role. Main duties of the job We are looking for a Biomedical Support Worker to join a busy Microbiology laboratory at one of the South coast's leading tertiary hospitals. We're looking for someone who o Is able to communicate well with staff in the department and service users o Is able to plan and use their own time economically and effectively o Has a high degree of motivation and enthusiasm o Has a working knowledge of laboratory areas o Is able to work day and late shifts, weekends and bank holidays Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached. About us As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. Due to the nature of this role and service, this role is on-site and the hours are as advertised. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service. Date posted 09 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 188-CL070125 Job locations Southampton General Hospital Southampton SO16 6YD Job description Job responsibilities Work throughout all of sections of the department on a rotational basis Work a mixture of day, and late shifts, and weekend and bank holidays Be responsible for the reception/data entry and processing of clinical specimens, these may include a range of swabs, body fluids, and blood samples Be involved in setting up a range of routine automated and manual laboratory tests Assist with the quality management of the laboratory (for example quality control procedures and audit as required) Job description Job responsibilities Work throughout all of sections of the department on a rotational basis Work a mixture of day, and late shifts, and weekend and bank holidays Be responsible for the reception/data entry and processing of clinical specimens, these may include a range of swabs, body fluids, and blood samples Be involved in setting up a range of routine automated and manual laboratory tests Assist with the quality management of the laboratory (for example quality control procedures and audit as required) Person Specification Trust Values Essential Patients First Always Improving Working Together Qualifications / training required Essential 5 GCSEs at A-C level or equivalent. NVQ level 3 education or equivalent level of experience. Previous or relevant experience necessary Desirable Working knowledge and competency in laboratory bench areas. Aptitudes and skills required Essential Ability to communicate well with all staff. Ability to plan and use own time economically and effectively. A high degree of motivation and enthusiasm is essential for the role. Ability to work both as part of a team and as an individual. Highly developed initiative skills. Articulate and clear thinking Ability to deal with problems in a calm and efficient manner. Keyboard skills for data input. Collect and report routine data and information. An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships, both in terms of day to day working practices but also in relation to management systems. Person Specification Trust Values Essential Patients First Always Improving Working Together Qualifications / training required Essential 5 GCSEs at A-C level or equivalent. NVQ level 3 education or equivalent level of experience. Previous or relevant experience necessary Desirable Working knowledge and competency in laboratory bench areas. Aptitudes and skills required Essential Ability to communicate well with all staff. Ability to plan and use own time economically and effectively. A high degree of motivation and enthusiasm is essential for the role. Ability to work both as part of a team and as an individual. Highly developed initiative skills. Articulate and clear thinking Ability to deal with problems in a calm and efficient manner. Keyboard skills for data input. Collect and report routine data and information. An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships, both in terms of day to day working practices but also in relation to management systems. 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). Additional information 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). Employer details Employer name University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust Address Southampton General Hospital Southampton SO16 6YD Employer's website https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)