Job summary Looking for a challenge?Are you enthusiastic, hard-working and take the initiative? We are looking for an individual to join our fast-paced, innovative team. Main duties of the job An opportunity has arisen for a an enthusiastic and reliable laboratory support workers to join our busy team in the Cellular Pathology department at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd, near Rhyl, in North Wales. Applications are invited from candidates with a keen interest in laboratory work, a desire to develop new key skills and an aim to be part of a committed team who are endeavouring to improve our services in order to deliver the best possible patient care. Some knowledge or experience of laboratory work would be an advantage but is not essential as specific training and competencies to meet the job requirements will be given. If you are enthusiastic, enjoy a challenge are willing to go the extra mile and have an eye for detail then this could be the role you are looking for. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. If you require further information contact: Angela Phillips Specialist Service Manager - Histology angela.phillips2wales.nhs.uk About us If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. Date posted 12 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,970 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 050-ACS092-0225 Job locations Ysbyty Glan Clwyd Bodelwyddan Sarn Lane, Bodelwyddan Rhyl LL18 5UJ Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Person Specification qualification Essential Good general education GCSE in English, Maths and Biology Desirable ECDL Experience Essential Experience of team working in a busy working environment. Desirable Laboratory experience Skills Essential Good keyboard skills Manual dexterity Good communication skills Ability to work as a team Ability to follow directions Desirable Ability to speak Welsh Knowledge of data Information Management Systems Personal qualities Essential Dependable Punctual Numerate Enthusiastic Other Relevant Requirements Essential Ability to work between hours 7am - 7 pm Monday to Friday Available to working on weekend and bank holiday rota Ability to manual handle and transfer equipment weighing over 10kg. Desirable Ability to travel between sites at times required to meet service needs Person Specification qualification Essential Good general education GCSE in English, Maths and Biology Desirable ECDL Experience Essential Experience of team working in a busy working environment. Desirable Laboratory experience Skills Essential Good keyboard skills Manual dexterity Good communication skills Ability to work as a team Ability to follow directions Desirable Ability to speak Welsh Knowledge of data Information Management Systems Personal qualities Essential Dependable Punctual Numerate Enthusiastic Other Relevant Requirements Essential Ability to work between hours 7am - 7 pm Monday to Friday Available to working on weekend and bank holiday rota Ability to manual handle and transfer equipment weighing over 10kg. Desirable Ability to travel between sites at times required to meet service needs 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 Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Address Ysbyty Glan Clwyd Bodelwyddan Sarn Lane, Bodelwyddan Rhyl LL18 5UJ Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)