Biomedical Support Worker

NHS; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is looking for a motivated Biomedical Support Worker to join the Blood Sciences Team. This role involves preparing samples, inputting data, and supporting Blood Sciences testing. Successful candidates will receive full training and must be able to work shifts, including early, late, and night duties. A GCSE in Sciences is required, and no previous experience in pathology is necessary.

Qualifications

• Full training provided; no previous pathology experience necessary.
• Scientific experience or aptitude will be an advantage.
• Able to undertake moderate physical work.

Responsibilities

• Support out-of-hours Blood Sciences testing.
• Prepare samples for analysis.
• Input patient data and assist with enquiries.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

GCSE/O levels in Maths, English Language, Biology and Chemistry

Job description

Overview

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust – Biomedical Support Worker

The closing date is 14 October 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Biomedical Support Worker, Band 2, to join the Blood Sciences Team at Epsom and St Helier.

The department has undergone significant refurbishment to provide a state-of-the-art Blood Sciences Laboratory at St Helier Hospital. The department also provides a wide range of services in the combined Blood Sciences Laboratory at Epsom General Hospital.

Candidates will have good verbal and written communication skills and be able to work alongside other Biomedical Support Workers and Biomedical Scientists as part of a team.

Main duties of the job

This post will offer successful applicants the opportunity to support the Trust’s out-of-hours Blood Sciences testing, coupled with other duties including preparing samples for analysis, inputting patient data and dealing with enquiries within Pathology specimen reception. This is a pan pathology post which is a new and innovative approach to delivering patient-focused quality care.

Epsom and St. Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute trust serving South West London and Surrey across two sites. The department supports a range of medical specialties including Accident and Emergency, Maternity, Paediatrics, South West Thames Renal and transplantation service and the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo training and provide a service at any of the Trust sites. Candidates will be required to work early, late and night shifts over a seven-day roster, including Bank Holidays once fully trained and competent. The weekend and night duties will be paid at an enhanced rate.

About us

No previous pathology experience is necessary as full training will be provided. All educational and work experience backgrounds are encouraged to apply to this great opportunity. Scientific experience or aptitude will be an advantage.

This advert will close prior to the closing date if a high volume of applications are received. Therefore, it is recommended to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Please note that this is not a trainee Biomedical Scientist post and we are unable to support candidates with IBMS pre-registration portfolios.

Job responsibilities

Agenda for Change terms and conditions, 24 hours per week on a 24/7 rotation.

To work in a designated area of the department under the supervision of a section leader but will organise own work tasks or activities. To understand and perform work in accordance with the standard operational policies using basic theoretical knowledge. Ensure that documentation is maintained to the SWL Pathology standard (including electronic records). Be able to solve basic problems within the work area and refer unresolved problems to a more senior member of staff. To prepare specimens for diagnostic testing in Pathology specimen reception. To contribute towards a culture of quality in the department and to comply and promote the quality initiatives within the department consistent with maintaining laboratory accreditation.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

• GCSE / O levels in Maths, English Language, Biology and Chemistry or equivalent

Knowledge and Experience

• Knowledge across a range of laboratory procedures
• Experience of working in a large team collaboratively

Skills and Abilities

• Accuracy and attention to detail in a busy environment
• Able to communicate information accurately
• Able to follow written methodologies or protocols
• Knowledge of computer skills and ability to work with different IT systems
• Organised and methodical
• Able to work with all types of biological material
• Ability to undertake moderate physical work
• Awareness of health & safety issues
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work 24/7 shift systems

Other relevant requirements

• Able to perform light physical work

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 name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

£29,179 a year, inclusive of HCAS (Outer)