Apprentice Healthcare Science Assistant - Micro
Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Bromborough, CH62 3QLView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£18,954 to £25,272
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
8 November 2026
15 days leftJob description
Provide a support role to Biomedical Scientists within the laboratory by processing andpreparing samples and reagents and maintaining analysers. Respo...
- To assist the Department in the provision and continual improvement of a high quality Medical Microbiology service for all its users.
- To analyse patient specimens in accordance with departmental guidelines.
- To maintain high standards of Health & Safety at all times.
- To comply with the Trust's and Department's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)and policies.
- To assist in the training and supervision of less experienced staff.
- To utilise resources cost effectively.
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential: - Level 2 qualifications including Maths, English and Sciences.
Desirable: - NVQ2 Healthcare Science or Level 3 or higher
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates ability to communicate and relate effectively, clearly and professionally at all levels
- Relay messages accurately and appropriately
- Good telephone skills
- Written and Verbal Communication Skills
- Respond to unexpected changes and adopt a flexible approach
- Demonstrate adaptable and flexible approach in undertaking duties required of the post
- Able to work on late rota weekdays until 1900 hrs,and on weekend rota
Knowledge and Skills
Essential: - Commitment to training & quality; - Good Organisational Skills; - Good literacy and numeracy skills; - Team Worker; - Demonstrates initiative
Other Requirements
Essential: - Comply with Trust Health & Safety Policy and Procedures; - Maintain confidentiality in line with Trust's Policies
How to apply
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Provenance
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First seen
23 October 2026
Last checked
24 October 2026
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