Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Admin & Clerical Officer (Cellpath Support Office)

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Job summary

Band 3 Administration and Clerical Officer (Cellpath Support Office)

A position has become available in the Cellular Pathology Department within the histology office.

This role is at the centre of our team and therefore we are looking for an enthusiastic and hard-working individual who works well under pressure with an approachable, professional and can-do attitude at all times to meet the needs of the Department.

You must have excellent communication, inter-personal and secretarial skills. Attention to detail is also an important aspect of the role. You must also have sound IT skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Outlook, and previous experience in updating databases.

Previous experience in audio and copy typing along with knowledge of medical would be advantageous but not essential.

The post is full-time 8.45am - 5pm Monday to Friday.

Participation in a 1 in 3 weekly early start rota would be required (from 8.00am - 4pm).

Main duties of the job

Act as a laboratory administrative assistant providing comprehensive administrative support to departmental Consultants, Head Biomedical Scientist and other scientific and clinical staff.

Input patient data and results and prepare laboratory reports. In addition, the post holder will undertake general secretarial duties for the department.

Assist with departmental MDT provision to support Consultants.

Liaise with hospital clinicians, GPs, other healthcare professionals and external agencies in line with departmental policies.

Exercise autonomy within professional and managerial boundaries and will be required to verify and validate completed work.

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Details

Date posted

06 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

193-7514824NCG

Job locations

Harborne House

University of Reading, Whiteknights Campus

Reading

RG6 6LA


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the role within the Cellpath support office.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the role within the Cellpath support office.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good Math's and English

Desirable

  • EDLC
  • Basic IT qualification

Experience

Essential

  • NHS Admin experience

Desirable

  • Knowledge of medical terminology
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good Math's and English

Desirable

  • EDLC
  • Basic IT qualification

Experience

Essential

  • NHS Admin experience

Desirable

  • Knowledge of medical terminology

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harborne House

University of Reading, Whiteknights Campus

Reading

RG6 6LA


Employer's website

https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harborne House

University of Reading, Whiteknights Campus

Reading

RG6 6LA


Employer's website

https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head BMS

Amanda Babington

amanda.babington@royalberkshire.nhs.uk

01183228201

Details

Date posted

06 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

193-7514824NCG

Job locations

Harborne House

University of Reading, Whiteknights Campus

Reading

RG6 6LA


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