Administration Assistant | North Bristol NHS Trust

North Bristol NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bristol is seeking a Full Time, Fixed Term Admin Assistant for the Bristol Genetics Laboratory. The successful candidate will manage sample records, assist with administrative tasks, and provide secretarial support for meetings. Candidates must have GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C or equivalent. This role offers a chance to work in a vibrant city with excellent facilities and transport options.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths grade C or equivalent level.

Responsibilities

• Maintain working relationships with staff and public.
• Provide administrative support to the Genetics Laboratory service.
• Record and circulate meeting minutes and agendas.
• Update Laboratory Information Management Systems.

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths grade C or equivalent level

Job description

Position Overview

Bristol Genetics Laboratory (BGL) is looking to recruit a Fixed Term 12 months Full Time Band 3 Admin Assistant.

BGL is part of the South West Genomic Laboratory Hub (SW GLH), provided by a partnership between North Bristol NHS Trust and the Royal Devon and Exeter Foundation Trust to deliver centralised genomic analysis for patients with cancer and rare disease throughout the South West region.

We are a large, well‑equipped laboratory. Duties will include data entry and updates to sample records including multiple databases and Excel spreadsheets.

Working Hours & Schedule

Fixed Term 12 months, Full Time (37.5 hours per week). Work 08:00 to 18:00 Monday – Friday, including Saturdays and bank holidays on a rota basis. Exact working pattern will be confirmed on offer of employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain working relationships with all staff within Genetics and colleagues in Pathology, Suppliers, Personnel/Employment Services, IT Department, Healthcare Professionals and members of the public.
• Work with the Administration Team and Genetic technologists to provide administrative support to Bristol Genetics Laboratory service and senior staff.
• Provide secretarial support to departmental meetings – record, prepare and circulate minutes/agenda in association with the meeting’s chairperson.
• Update the Laboratory Information Management System(s) within procedural guidelines.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths grade C or equivalent level.

Equal Opportunities & Diversity

North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all under‑represented groups and are an anti‑discriminatory organisation.

Benefits & Location

Bristol is consistently voted the best place to live in the UK, with vibrant local music, arts and gastronomy, a wide range of modern shopping, recreation and leisure facilities, and excellent transport links.

Application Deadline

This advert closes on Sunday 21 Dec 2025.