Job Description

*** THIS ADVERT MAY CLOSE EARLY IF A HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS IS RECEIVED ***
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Biomedical Science Assistant within the department of Blood Sciences
As a suitably trained individual you will work in a busy, modern laboratory undertaking data entry and initial processing of patient samples in supporting the Associate practitioners and Biomedical Scientists
Duties also include answering requests and providing test results by telephone and additional clerical duties.
Proficiency in the use of keyboard together with good communication and team-working skills are required. Also essential is an aptitude in both numeracy and literacy together with the ability to work accurately.
Candidates will be expected to work variable shifts (including nights, weekends and Bank Holidays) and will be expected to work on the Rotherham site in order to deliver the necessary service.
South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Pathology (SYBP) is on a transformational journey that will fully integrate our existing pathology services, providing the best possible service for patients and clinicians across the Integrated Care System. It is our mission to deliver high-quality and innovative laboratory medicine solutions to patients, clinicians and partners to improve health, add value to patient care, safeguard best clinical outcomes and support the transformation of healthcare across SYB and beyond.
Main duties of the job
Pre-analytical processing of samples to include the receipt, preparation and processing. Store, retrieve and dispose of biological material according to the relevant procedures.
Deal with direct queries from medical Staff, Nursing Staff and other Service Users including telephone enquiries and taking appropriate action as necessary.
Assist in maintaining high scientific and technical standards.
Promote and maintain a high standard of relevant education and training.
Adhere to all Trust and departmental policies.
Maintains clinical records in relation to activities carried out and may input/interrogate test results of others.
May be required to supervise, organise and allocate work and/or train less experienced staff in own area.
Please note this advertisement is for fulltime post
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.STHFT operates with a budget of 1.2 bn, has a workforce of over 18,500 employees, covers five hospital sites, provides care from over forty community settings, and has an excellent reputation for research.As an organisation we value and respect our staff and the community we serve. We provide excellent staff benefits; this includes commitment to professional development but also many initiatives to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Details
Date posted
24 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
24,465 a year pa/ pro rata for part time staff
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
190-9060-DIR-S
Job locations
Rotherham Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
S60 2UD
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential

• GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English at level C/4 or above or Level 2 qualification e.g. NVQ, Apprenticeship, or some laboratory experience

Experience
Essential

• Ability to follow and work to Standard Operating Procedures and Policy

Desirable

• Experience of some simple laboratory techniques
• Ability to work with other colleagues to improve and develop working practices
• Previous NHS laboratory experience

Skills and Knowledge
Essential

• Keyboard and basic IT skills
• Have an awareness of Health & Safety issues
• Effective Communication skills, written and oral

Personal Qualities
Essential

• Ability to plan and prioritise allocated work

Values and Behaviours
Essential

• Patients first - Understanding of how laboratory services are part of the patient pathway and impact on patient care
• Respectful - Developed interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels
• Ownership - Understand the need to accept responsibility for own actions and ensure accuracy and attention to detail
• Unity - Ability to work as part of a team
• Delivery - Ability to work within defined timescales

Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential

• GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English at level C/4 or above or Level 2 qualification e.g. NVQ, Apprenticeship, or some laboratory experience

Experience
Essential

• Ability to follow and work to Standard Operating Procedures and Policy

Desirable

• Experience of some simple laboratory techniques
• Ability to work with other colleagues to improve and develop working practices
• Previous NHS laboratory experience

Skills and Knowledge
Essential

• Keyboard and basic IT skills
• Have an awareness of Health & Safety issues
• Effective Communication skills, written and oral

Personal Qualities
Essential

• Ability to plan and prioritise allocated work

Values and Behaviours
Essential

• Patients first - Understanding of how laboratory services are part of the patient pathway and impact on patient care
• Respectful - Developed interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels
• Ownership - Understand the need to accept responsibility for own actions and ensure accuracy and attention to detail
• Unity - Ability to work as part of a team
• Delivery - Ability to work within defined timescales

Skills Required