Job summary The MLA Band 3 area supervisor post in blood sciences specimen reception at Hull Hospital is responsible for supervising the late shift. The post holder will perform a wide range of tasks to support Biomedical Scientists. These include preparation of clinical specimens for biological testing, handling telephone queries from other healthcare professionals, reception and admin duties, and various other technical, clerical, and blood portering roles. Additionally they will be responsible for managing the Band 2 MLA's in a supervisory role. The post holder is a member of a team of laboratory staff that delivers a medical laboratory service to the Trust and the wider region. The laboratory provides a 24 hour service, 7 days a week throughout the whole year. The post holder will be required to work mainly evenings (until 20:00) at Hull Royal Infirmary, but may be required to support the service at Castle Hill Hospital sites in the provision of a clinical laboratory service. Part time hours would be considered on the provision that the evenings are still factored (The hours between 4-8pm, Monday - Friday, must be covered). Main duties of the job Responsible for supervising the evening staff and training of individuals in that area, as well as monitoring and updating documentation relating to that area such as the evening shift job list. Dealing with pre-analytical problems within your remit. Ensuring the work flow through pre-ana is lean. Management of staffing resources. Referring any issues that need escalation to the line manager. About us Our benefits We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including: Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependents 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme An extensive range of learning and development opportunities Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages. Date posted 21 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum/pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 419-7083688-MLA-SH Job locations Hull Royal Infirmary Pathology Building Anlaby Road Hull HU3 2JZ Job description Job responsibilities A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description. Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Working for the Trust Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence. Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitmentnhs.net. As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have. Armed Forces Friendly Employer We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment. Job description Job responsibilities A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description. Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Working for the Trust Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence. Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitmentnhs.net. As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have. Armed Forces Friendly Employer We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment. Person Specification Experience Essential Basic computer skills Education Essential GSCE or Equivalent in Maths and English Skills Essential Able to read and follow written methodologies or protocols Aptitude and Personal Qualities Essential Able to work as team member Ability to work under pressure Person Specification Experience Essential Basic computer skills Education Essential GSCE or Equivalent in Maths and English Skills Essential Able to read and follow written methodologies or protocols Aptitude and Personal Qualities Essential Able to work as team member Ability to work under pressure 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 York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Hull Royal Infirmary Pathology Building Anlaby Road Hull HU3 2JZ Employer's website https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)