NHS Biomedical Science Assistant – Admin & Lab Support

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Biomedical Science Assistant to provide clerical support in the Newborn Bloodspot Screening Section. You will label samples, enter confidential patient data, and perform routine admin duties while meeting deadlines.

The role requires good IT skills, strong communication, and the ability to prioritise tasks. Full in-service training is provided, with part-time options (0.9 or 0.4 WTE) and an annual salary of £25,272 pro rata for

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at level C/4 or above or Level 2 qualification (NVQ, Apprenticeship) or some lab experience.
• Ability to follow SOPs and policies.
• Ability to work with others to improve practices.
• Previous NHS lab experience or interest in pathology is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient clerical support within the Newborn Bloodspot Screening Section of the Department of Clinical Chemistry.
• Label samples and enter/check confidential patient data.
• Carry out routine administrative duties and ensure deadlines are met.
• Be the first point of contact for enquiries (telephone and direct) and respond appropriately.

Skills

Keyboard skills

IT literacy

Communication skills

Health & Safety

Prioritisation

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Biomedical Science Assistant to provide clerical support in the Newborn Bloodspot Screening Section. You will label samples, enter confidential patient data, and perform routine admin duties while meeting deadlines.

The role requires good IT skills, strong communication, and the ability to prioritise tasks. Full in-service training is provided, with part-time options (0.9 or 0.4 WTE) and an annual salary of £25,272 pro rata for