NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role Healthcare Support Workers carry out technical, administrative and clerical tasks within the laboratory reception area. Effective operation of the sample reception area is essential to the operation of the Department. The role also involves assisting Biomedical Scientists in the provision of a laboratory service.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

Skilled Worker visa and Health and Care Worker visa Duration, Location, and Working Pattern Permanent, Full-time

Shift Pattern - Monday – Sunday, variable hours between 08:00 – 20:00

Base location - Queen Elizabeth University Hospital

Key Responsibilities

Process samples through specimen reception.

Prepare samples for analysis.

Register patient-related information onto the Laboratory Information System (LIS) or other manual systems.

Ensure the accuracy of sample identification and documentation.

Ensure the safe disposal of clinical waste.





Deal with telephone queries from staff in other departments and external agencies.

Provide assistance to Biomedical Scientists in delivering laboratory services.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job Applicants Should Have One Of The Following

3 Highers at Grade C or above, including either Chemistry or Biology and Mathematics; or

SVQ3 qualification; or

Completion of a Contemporary Apprenticeship in Life Sciences; or

Completion of equivalent accredited education or learning.

What We Offer We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays

Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits

Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme

Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses

Enhanced pay for working public holidays

NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services

Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies





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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as various, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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