Biomedical Support Worker Higher Level | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare institution in Southampton is seeking a Higher Level Biomedical Support Worker to join the Cellular Pathology team. This role involves supporting the processing of diagnostic specimens and ensuring the availability of laboratory supplies. The position offers excellent opportunities for career development within a diverse and inclusive team. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and effective communication skills, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Learning and development opportunities

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within a diagnostic laboratory preferred.
• Good manual dexterity is important.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a large team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the processing of samples for analysis in the Cellular Pathology Department.
• Ensure availability of consumables and reagents required for service delivery.
• Accurately enter data onto information systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Manual dexterity

Job description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Cellular Pathology invites applications for the post of Higher Level Biomedical Support Worker to join the Healthcare Science Support Team providing day‑to‑day support within the laboratory.

About the Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest hospitals in the country. It is a national centre for both teaching and research and also a regional centre for Neurological, Cardiac, Paediatric and Cancer specialities.

The laboratories are sited at Southampton General Hospital within purpose‑built, well‑equipped facilities providing comprehensive diagnostic services delivering both routine and specialist testing to Wessex Region patients and a number of external referral sites.

Cellular Pathology includes neuropathology, paediatric pathology, immunohistochemistry and also incorporates the departments of Diagnostic Cytology, Biomedical Imaging, Electron Microscopy and provision of Mortuary services to the hospital, City Council and local Coroners. Approximately 51,000 samples are currently received and processed annually.

This post is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to contribute to a rapidly developing diagnostic service.

Career Development

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Location

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

Our Approach to Recruitment

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI‑generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist and be involved with the processing of all types of specimen presented to the Cellular Pathology Department for analysis, thereby supporting the provision of accurate and timely diagnoses.
• Liaise with staff at all levels and within all sections of Cellular Pathology to ensure availability at all times of adequate consumables, reagents, chemicals, solvents and all other items required for service delivery.
• Access and accurately enter data onto both the Trust and departmental information systems to support the sample processing.
• Communicate effectively and work as part of a large team.
• Show excellent attention to detail and possess good manual dexterity, as you will undertake basic microtomy and embedding of tissues.
• Preferably have previous experience working within a diagnostic laboratory.

Working Hours and Schedules

The department provides a laboratory service 6am‑7pm Monday‑Friday and a rotational Saturday service 7am‑5pm (approximately 1 in 5). In addition, the successful candidate will also be expected to participate in the rotational Bank Holiday service provision (approximately 1 per annum). N.B. This does not currently include Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day or Good Friday.

This advert closes on Thursday 4 Dec 2025.