Healthcare Science Assistant Higher Level

Healthcare Science Assistant - Higher Level

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust - Fixed Term role based in Salisbury.

Closing date: 12 May 2026.

Job responsibilities

You will join our diagnostic team committed to patient centred service provision through accurate and timely data analysis, interpretation and reporting of genomic information.

• Process samples and data on a range of pathological specimens under the supervision of senior technical staff and clinical scientists for screening, diagnostic and monitoring purposes.
• Provide accurate, timely and appropriate analytical data for testing in house and by external laboratories.
• Plan workload based on sample priority and respond to changing requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement, including the evaluation of equipment, techniques and protocols.
• Maintain stock levels in the section and order reagents and consumables in a timely manner.

Person Specification Qualifications / training required

• 5 GCSEs at A C level or equivalent.
• NVQ level 3 education or equivalent level of experience.

Previous or relevant experience necessary

• Working knowledge and competency in laboratory bench areas.

Aptitudes and skills required

• Ability to communicate well with all staff.
• Ability to plan and use own time economically and effectively.
• High motivation and enthusiasm for the role.
• Ability to work both as part of a team and as an individual.
• Highly developed initiative skills.
• Articulate and clear thinking.
• Ability to deal with problems in a calm and efficient manner.
• Collect and report routine data and information.
• Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 per annum (or pro rata).