Biomedical Support Worker - Histopathology

Transformationunitgm; Norwich; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Norwich seeks a Biomedical Support Worker for the Histopathology Department. This role involves sorting specimens, data entry, and laboratory maintenance. Applicants should have previous laboratory experience and strong communication skills. The position fosters inclusivity and values equality, encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds. Opportunities for training and progression are available, contributing to an enriching work environment.

Qualifications

• Some experience working in a laboratory.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Methodical, precise work to deadlines.
• Awareness of health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Sorting, labeling and processing patient specimens.
• Entering patient data into the Pathology computer system.
• Assisting at specimen dissection and routine technical roles.
• Participating in maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Methodical, precise work to deadlines

Some experience working in a laboratory

Awareness of health and safety requirements

Job description

Employer: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (NNUH) | Salary: £23,615 per annum | Closing: 18/01/2026 23:59

Biomedical Support Worker - Histopathology

NHS AfC: Band 2

At NNUH it is our privilege to provide healthcare to over one million people across Norfolk and surrounding areas. Our vision is to ‘provide the best care for every patient’, and if this inspires you and you share our values, we really want you to join our team.

Our values

• People-focused – We look after the needs of our patients, carriers and colleagues, to provide a safe and caring experience for all.
• Respect – We act with care, compassion and kindness and value others’ diverse needs.
• Integrity – We take an honest, open and ethical approach to everything we do.
• Dedication – We work as one team and support each other to maintain the highest professional standards.

We continuously learn and improve to achieve the best outcomes for patients and our hospital. We support a balance between work and personal life and welcome applications for full or part-time roles, shift patterns, and hybrid working when roles allow.

We are committed to an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from underrepresented groups in our workforce. We support a hospital for all, being equitable and inclusive, and creating a sense of belonging for all staff and patients.

Job overview

Posts are available in the Histopathology Department, which sees around 70,000 surgical requests per year and is implementing a fully digital reporting service.

Main duties

• Sorting, labeling and processing patient specimens from operating theatres, wards, clinics, post mortem room, and GP surgeries.
• Entering patient data into the Pathology computer system; assisting at specimen dissection and routine technical roles such as section cutting and tissue embedding.
• Preparing solutions, filing and retrieving archive material, performing daily equipment maintenance and cleaning tasks.
• Assisting with the digital scanning service.
• Participating in maintenance of laboratory equipment, reporting faults to senior BMS staff.
• Filing and retrieving laboratory request forms, blocks, and slides when required.
• Basic stock control duties and appropriate action.
• Working as part of a team in specimen reception, cut-up, main laboratory, immunohistochemistry, and digital scanning areas on rotation.
• Using the laboratory information management system (LIMS) and other Trust IT platforms.

Qualifications & experience

• Some experience working in a laboratory.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Methodical, precise work to deadlines.
• Awareness of health and safety requirements.
• Demonstrated role modelling of NNUH’s PRIDE values.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Training & development

Opportunities for further training, study and progression are available depending on experience and qualifications. The post may lead to further training/study and progression.

Eligibility & visas

This role does not meet UKVI eligibility for a Skilled Worker Visa; no Certificate of Sponsorship will be issued. Positional requirement for UK professional registration may apply based on role.

Application

Please submit your application via the NNUH online portal. We appreciate applicants’ confirmation of suitability for a DBS check. We value equality and support applicants with disabilities under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.