Band 3 Biomedical Support Worker - Cellular Pathology 12 month FTC
At a glance
- Band
- Band 3
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 14/09/2026
- Closes
- 28/09/2026
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Role summary
Join the dynamic Cellular Pathology team at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust as a Band 3 Higher Biomedical Support Worker on a 12-month fixed term contract. This role involves assisting in the day-to-day operations and technical aspects of the service, supporting senior staff in delivering a high-quality service, and ensuring compliance with UKAS standards and regulations. You will primarily be based at Bedford Hospital, with occasional shifts at Luton & Dunstable, processing approximately 44,000 surgical and diagnostic requests annually. The position requires a solid general histology background and offers the opportunity to develop specialized skills in techniques like immunohistochemistry and histology automation.
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of biomedical procedures acquired through training to A level or NVQ3 level
- GCSE Combined Science or Biology
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- IT knowledge and skills; Outlook, Word and Excel
- Data entry
Desirable criteria
- Flexible in approach and working relationships
- Expereience
- Experience of a hospital laboratory within a the UK
- Ability to organise own work
- Experience within a Cellular Pathology laboratory
- Fundamental knowledge of Health & Safety in the laboratory
- Specimen handling and preparation
- Knowledge of Cellular Pathology techniques
- Knowledge of biomedical procedures acquired through training to A level or NVQ3 level
- GCSE Combined Science or Biology
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- IT knowledge and skills; Outlook, Word and Excel
- Data entry
- Flexible in approach and working relationships
- Expereience
- Experience of a hospital laboratory within a the UK
- Ability to organise own work
- Experience within a Cellular Pathology laboratory
- Fundamental knowledge of Health & Safety in the laboratory
- Specimen handling and preparation
- Knowledge of Cellular Pathology techniques
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 3 at £24,625 – £25,674 a year, across England.
This advert: £25,760 – £27,476 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Band 3 Biomedical Support Worker - Cellular Pathology 12 month FTC
The closing date is 28 September 2026
Job summary
Join Our Dynamic Cellular Pathology Team at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust!
Are you a motivated and enthusiastic individual ready to take your career to the next level? We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 3 Higher Biomedical Support Worker on a 12-month fixed term contract to join our busy yet friendly Cellular Pathology team.
At Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust, you'll be part of a vibrant department that processes an impressive 44,000 surgical and diagnostic requests annually across two bustling sites Luton & Dunstable Hospital and Bedford Hospital .
Your primary base will be the Cellular Pathology Laboratory at Bedford Hospital, with occasional shifts at Luton & Dunstable, providing you with variety and broader experience. We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards, holding full UKAS accreditation , and being fully compliant with HTA and MHRA regulations .
This role demands a solid general histology background, with hands-on knowledge of special techniques such as immunohistochemistry and histology automation giving you the opportunity to develop and showcase your specialized skills.
If you're eager to join a supportive team where your expertise truly matters and yo
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