Trainee Anatomical Pathology Technician – Mortuary Training

Hillingdon Council; City Of London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Hours

36 Hour Week

Local Government Pension Scheme

Travel Support

Perkbox Benefits

Job summary

Hillingdon Council is seeking a Trainee Anatomical Pathology Technician to join our Mortuary Service. This role offers a structured training programme leading to qualification as an Anatomical Pathology Technician, while gaining hands-on experience in a professional mortuary environment.

You will support admission, care, identification and release of deceased persons, learn post-mortem support and maintain high professional standards in a sensitive environment.

Qualifications

• A genuine interest in Anatomical Pathology and Mortuary Services.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records.
• A high level of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.
• The ability to work calmly and effectively in challenging situations.
• A commitment to learning and professional development.
• A respectful and compassionate approach to working with deceased persons and bereaved families.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operation of the mortuary, assisting with admission, care, identification and release of deceased persons.
• Learn to support post‑mortem examinations and maintain high professional standards.
• Assist with the preparation of deceased persons for viewing, post‑mortem examinations and release.
• Assist qualified staff and Pathologists during post‑mortem examinations.
• Learn specialist techniques including evisceration and reconstruction.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Support compliance with Human Tissue Authority, Coroner and Health & Safety requirements.
• Assist with cleaning, maintenance and safe operation of mortuary facilities and equipment.
• Communicate professionally with partner agencies and bereaved families.
• Participate in training, supervision and competency assessments.

Skills

Interest in AP pathology

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Procedural compliance

Integrity and confidentiality

Calm under pressure

Willingness to learn

Compassionate approach

Job description

Hillingdon Council is seeking a Trainee Anatomical Pathology Technician to join our Mortuary Service. This role offers a structured training programme leading to qualification as an Anatomical Pathology Technician, while gaining hands-on experience in a professional mortuary environment.

You will support admission, care, identification and release of deceased persons, learn post-mortem support and maintain high professional standards in a sensitive environment.