Medical Laboratory Assistant

Overview

FULL TIME POST - 37.5 HOURS PER WEEK. The Cellular Pathology Department has a vacancy for a Medical Laboratory Assistant to work full time hours supporting the Biomedical Scientists and Consultant Histopathologists.

The post-holder will process samples including body fluids and human tissue and perform support duties throughout all sections of the Cellular Pathology Department. The Department is well-equipped, fully computerised, and offers experience in all aspects of routine histology, diagnostic non gynaecological cytology, frozen sections, digital pathology and immunohistochemistry. You must possess good organisational skills and be able to work as part of a team as well as under your own initiative.

The work is interesting and varied and the emphasis is on accuracy and attention to detail. Full training will be given.

• Sort and identify specimens received in the Laboratory
• Enter patient details and other data onto the computer
• General clerical duties associated with the work of the Laboratory, including filing, telephone answering, photocopying, etc.
• Reception, recording and preparation of patient samples
• Attend to duties under supervision and according to protocols
• Attend mandatory training every two years
• Observe the provisions of and adhere to all Trust polices and procedures
• Load the digital pathology scanners

We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and one of its largest employers. We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. We would particularly welcome applications from underrepresented communities. If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team.

We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously and will explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.

• Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• NHS pension scheme membership
• Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more
• NHS Staff discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary finance for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
• Stockport Credit Union for local financial advice

Date posted: 27 January 2026

Pay scheme:
Agenda for Change

Band:
Band 2

Salary: £24,465 a year pro rata per annum

Contract:

Permanent

Working pattern:
Full-time

Reference number: 362-A--A

Stepping Hill Hospital, Stockport, SK2 7JE

Job responsibilities

The Cellular Pathology Department has a vacancy for a Medical Laboratory Assistant to work full time hours supporting the Biomedical Scientists and Consultant Histopathologists. The post-holder will process samples including body fluids and human tissue and perform support duties throughout all sections of the Cellular Pathology Department. The Department is well-equipped, fully computerised, and offers experience in all aspects of routine histology, diagnostic non gynaecological cytology, frozen sections, immunohistochemistry and digital pathology.

You must possess good organisational skills and be able to work as part of a team as well as under your own initiative. The work is interesting and varied and the emphasis is on accuracy and attention to detail. Full training will be given.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.

Essential

• Good standard of numeracy and literacy
• GCSE standard Maths/English/Science
• Computer literacy
• Knowledge of laboratory processes
• Knowledge of Health & Safety in the workplace
• Experience of working in a laboratory environment
• Basic laboratory skills

Desirable

• Previous work within the NHS
• Experience of working as part of a team in a busy environment
• Well written application

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 (DBS) to check for previous convictions.

Employer:

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Address:
Stepping Hill Hospital, Stockport, SK2 7JE

Employer's website: