Job summary We are seeking a Higher Biomedical support worker to join the Food, Water & Environmental Microbiology team based at Glangwili hospital in Carmarthen. Candidates will need to be enthusiastic, well-motivated and innovative, with good organisational and practical abilities. Have well developed interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to lead and support individual and team working. Rydym yn chwilio am weithiwr cymorth Biofeddygol Uwch i ymuno 'r thm Bwyd, Dwr ac Amgylcheddol sydd wedi'i leoli yn ysbyty Glangwili yng Nghaerfyrddin. Bydd angen i ymgeiswyr fod yn frwdfrydig, yn llawn cymhelliant ac yn arloesol, gyda galluoedd trefnu ac ymarferol da. Bydd ganddynt sgiliau rhyngbersonol a chyfathrebu wedi'u datblygu'n dda a gallu i arwain a chefnogi gwaith unigol ac mewn tm. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will participate in a wide range of routine laboratory tasks. These include quality control, food and water sample processing, maintenance of equipment, operation of automated equipment, waste disposal and clerical duties. The post holder will support the provision of microbiological diagnostic services in conjunction with qualified scientific staff. It is essential that the post holder adhers to the strict Health and Safety practices within the laboratory, is able to follow written laboratory standard operating procedures and work as part of the team. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will participate in a wide range of routine laboratory tasks. These include quality control, food and water sample processing, maintenance of equipment, operation of automated equipment, waste disposal and clerical duties. The post holder will support the provision of microbiological diagnostic services in conjunction with qualified scientific staff. It is essential that the post holder adhers to the strict Health and Safety practices within the laboratory, is able to follow written laboratory standard operating procedures and work as part of the team. The successful candidate will participate in weekday, weekend, bank holiday and unsocial hours working, which is both AFC and EWTD compliant. Contractual 37.50 hours to be worked over a working week. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales' where we play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales.Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/ Date posted 07 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 028-ACS013-0425 Job locations Glangwili Hospital Dolgwili Road Carmarthen SA31 2AF Job description Job responsibilities The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. 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 The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. 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 Qualifications Essential GCSE Maths and English and science related subject or equivalent Desirable IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part 1 or willingness to complete. Experience Essential Basic knowledge of laboratory work Desirable Experience of working within a UK microbiology laboratory. Skills Essential Able to work reliably and efficiently under own initiative and as part of a team Able to accurately follow verbal and written instructions and procedures Good IT skills Desirable Previous use of the LIMS. Awareness of health & safety issues and good laboratory practice. Personal attributes Essential Reliable, conscientious and punctual Ability to accept direction (written and verbal) and take responsibility for own actions. Able to deal with problems in a calm and efficient manner. Desirable Motivated and enthusiastic about the work and the profession. Keen to demonstrate good personal performance Other Essential Willingness to participate in extended working day, weekend and bank holiday rotas within the laboratory. Desirable Ability to speak Welsh Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE Maths and English and science related subject or equivalent Desirable IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part 1 or willingness to complete. Experience Essential Basic knowledge of laboratory work Desirable Experience of working within a UK microbiology laboratory. Skills Essential Able to work reliably and efficiently under own initiative and as part of a team Able to accurately follow verbal and written instructions and procedures Good IT skills Desirable Previous use of the LIMS. Awareness of health & safety issues and good laboratory practice. Personal attributes Essential Reliable, conscientious and punctual Ability to accept direction (written and verbal) and take responsibility for own actions. Able to deal with problems in a calm and efficient manner. Desirable Motivated and enthusiastic about the work and the profession. Keen to demonstrate good personal performance Other Essential Willingness to participate in extended working day, weekend and bank holiday rotas within the laboratory. Desirable Ability to speak Welsh 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 Public Health Wales Address Glangwili Hospital Dolgwili Road Carmarthen SA31 2AF Employer's website https://phw.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)