Qualified Anatomical Pathology Technician & Bereavement SupportOfficer

NHS; Bodelwyddan; À distance; GBP 29 000 - 40 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

The Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is seeking a qualified Anatomical Pathology Technician and Bereavement Support Officer (Band 4/5) for a part-time, 15-hour week (Thursday and Friday) contract. The role is based at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd, Bodelwyddan, with a salary of £28,819–£39,631 per annum pro rata.

You will assist in mortuary and body storage services across the health board, support the bereaved with compassion, and work to professional standards and HTA requirements.

Qualifications

• RSPH level 4 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Coroner post mortems, death registration and statutory duties.
• Knowledge of the Human Tissue Authority (HTA) structures.
• Membership of the Association of Anatomical Pathology Technologists.
• Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD).

Responsabilités

• Assist pathologist with coronial and hospital post-mortems.
• Maintain mortuary and body storage across the health board.
• Provide mortuary and bereavement cover on other sites within BCUHB.
• Demonstrate empathy towards the bereaved.
• Ensure compliance with HTA standards and guidelines.

Connaissances

Empathy towards bereaved

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Formation

RSPH Level 4 Diploma in Healthcare Science (Anatomical Pathology Technology) or equivalent

Outils

ECDL

Description du poste

Qualified Anatomical Pathology Technician & Bereavement SupportOfficer

Band 4 or 5 dependent on qualifications and experience

Main area Mortuary Grade Band 4 or 5 dependent on qualifications and experience Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 15 hours per week (Thursday and Friday) Job ref 050-ACS756-0926-A

Employer Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Employer type NHS Site Ysbyty Glan Clwyd Town Bodelwyddan Salary £28,819 - £39,631 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 19/10/2026 23:59

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job overview

The Bereavement and Mortuary Service at Betsi Cadwaladr Health board is looking for an enthusiastic, committed individual to join them as a qualified Anatomical Pathology Technician.

You will assist in maintaining the Mortuary and body storage services, across the Health board, while working to your vocational and academic qualifications.

This is a mentally and physically challenging role, managing the deceased and bereaved, ensuring dignity and respect at all times.

This role is for those that already hold the RSPH Level 3 or 4 in Anatomical Pathology or equivalent qualifications. Banding salary will be dependent on the qualification and experience.

ONLY APPLICANTS WITH QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF CARRYING OUT POST MORTEM DISSECTION NEED APPLY.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a professional, enthusiastic, self motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

Essential quality is being able to demonstrate empathy towards the bereaved. Within the role there will be regular contact with external agencies such as Coroner services, Police and Funeral Directors. Current working knowledge of Home Office & Coronial post mortem requirements and the Human Tissue Authority Standards is also required.

You should be able to assist pathologist to a high-quality standard with Coronial and hospital post-mortems. You will be required to provide mortuary and bereavement cover on other sites within BCUHB.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable but not essential for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

Person specification

Qualifications and/or Knowledge

• RSPH level 4 Diploma in Healthcare Science (Anatomical Pathology Technology) or earlier equivalent with demonstrable equivalent knowledge to the new Diploma.
• Knowledge and understanding of current legislation relating to Coroner’s post mortems, death registration and statutory duti
• Knowledge and understanding of local and national developments in care after death.
• Knowledge of the Human Tissue Authority (HTA) structures.
• Membership of the Association of Anatomical Pathology Technologists
• Undertake continuing professional development (CPD)

Experience

• Experience of working in a mortuary.
• Proven record of problem solving and troubleshooting
• Experience of supporting distressed and bereaved people.
• Experience of working alone as well as within a team.
• Keyboard and computer skills, such as ECDL

Aptitude and Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate compassion and empathy and when dealing with the deceased and their relatives.
• Experience in undertaking all analytical procedures
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good general literacy and numeracy skills.
• Good computer and keyboard skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative with minimum supervision.
• Able to work under pressure and respond appropriately in emergency situations
• Ability to speak Welsh
• Committed to delivery of healthcare

Values and Other

• Caring. Compassion. Enthusiastic. Commitment.
• Ability to travel within geographical area in a timely manner.
• Flexible approach to the needs of the service.
• DBS clearance.
• First aid training

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Name Angela Phillips Job title Specialist Service Manager Histopathology&Mortuary Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 03000 844866