Delivery Suite Ward Manager

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Apprentice Laboratory Support Worker to join their busy Microbiology department. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while undertaking a Level BTEC Apprenticeship in Healthcare Science. You'll work alongside a supportive team, engaging in vital tasks such as sample processing and data management. The organization is committed to delivering compassionate excellence, ensuring that patients are at the heart of their work. If you're enthusiastic about science and eager to contribute to a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Passion for practical laboratory work and science.
• Ability to maintain laboratory analyzers and stock control.

Responsibilities

• Receive samples and enter data onto the Laboratory IT system.
• Process samples using manual and automated methods.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the laboratory.

Skills

Laboratory IT system

Sample processing

Data entry

Teamwork

Communication

Education

GCSE Level or equivalent Grade C in English

GCSE Level or equivalent Grade C in Maths

GCSE Level or equivalent Grade C in Science

Job description

Delivery Suite Ward Manager, Headington Quarry

Client: Oxford University Hospitals

Location: Headington Quarry, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: be832795d216

Job Views: 3

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description

Job overview

The Microbiology Department is based at the John Radcliffe Hospital and is part of the South Four Pathology Partnership Network. The department provides services to the Oxford University Hospitals NHSFT, ICS BOB Primary Care, Oxford Health NHS, South Pathology Partnership, other NHS providers, private care, UKHSA, Oxford University, and research trials.

The laboratory is a service, and successful applicants, once competency is achieved, will participate in working day, evening, weekend, and bank holiday sessions (apprentices under a certain age working pattern may differ). The post is full-time, with hours to be specified.

The successful applicant will undertake a Level BTEC Apprenticeship in Healthcare Science while gaining valuable experience in a Microbiology department. Throughout the apprenticeship, you will be supported by a workplace mentor and training coordinator, provided with off-the-job learning time, and be part of the OUH Apprenticeship team.

Applicants should hold GCSE Level or equivalent Grade C/ in English, Maths, Science, and have a passion for practical laboratory work and science.

The Apprentice Laboratory Support Worker will work in a busy Microbiology department alongside and supporting all other staff within the department. Duties include sample receipt and data entry onto the Laboratory IT system, processing samples (using manual and automated methods), maintaining laboratory analyzers, stock control, waste management, and other housekeeping duties.

Successful candidates will be required to uphold confidentiality, be conscientious, enthusiastic, and able to work well as part of a team. They will need to demonstrate the OUH core values and behaviors and have the confidence to communicate with staff at all levels.

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of clinical services and is a base for medical education, training, and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals: the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington, and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards, and behaviors define the quality of care we offer and our relationships with patients, colleagues, and the community. We focus on Delivering Compassionate Excellence, emphasizing compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement, and excellence. These values ensure patients are at the heart of our work and underpin the healthcare quality we strive to provide.