Job summary
The Advanced Diagnostics laboratory incorporates Immunohistochemistry (IHC), in-situ hybridisation (ISH), direct immunofluorescence (DIF) and neuromuscular techniques. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our friendly and professional team. The role will involve supporting this service as well as being part of the Cellular Pathology Genomics Centre and Cancer Vaccine Launchpad work. If you are passionate about advancing healthcare through cutting-edge diagnostic science, and eager to work in a collaborative, innovative environment, ESP offers you a fantastic career opportunity. Why Join Us?
State-of-the-art facilities: Recent funding for new equipment brings potential benefits of the latest technology.
Career development: Access to comprehensive training, continuous professional development, and pathways for progression.
Impactful work: Play a key role in delivering accurate, timely pathology services that directly impact patient care across East and SouthEast England.
Supportive environment: Join a collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to excellence, innovation, and patient-focused service.
Competitive benefits: Attractive salary packages, pension schemes, and flexible working options, as standard (Agenda for Change).
Main duties of the job
The role involves working within a histology laboratory, contributing to diagnostic and research activities with a focus on IHC, immunofluorescence, and neuromuscular techniques. You will maintain high standards of laboratory practice, using LIMS (e.g., WinPath) for data management, and supporting clinical trials including CVLP. Key duties include: Working with IHC techniques, following SOPs, managing data, and ensuring accuracy under deadlines. The role requires good organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, motivated, and skilled in laboratory techniques, with an openness to new technologies in pathology.
About us
The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health. The Pathology Partnership was formed in May 2021. Between 2021 and 2024 the Partnership undertook a complex transformation programme to establish a single network of laboratories, underpinned by a single Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and single Quality Management System (QMS). The Partnership has a main hub laboratory at the Royal London Hospital and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at the six other hospital sites served by the Partnership. The Partnership has three operational divisions:
Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry
Microbiology and Virology
Cellular Pathology and Cancer Diagnostics The 2024/25 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £121m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 860 WTE. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within the Pathology Partnership and Barts Health at this band
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.Please note: When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included for non-medical roles. This ensures fairness and consistency within ourorganization, as some of our sites fall under inner HCAS, while others are classified as outer HCAS.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.Please note: When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included for non-medical roles. This ensures fairness and consistency within ourorganization, as some of our sites fall under inner HCAS, while others are classified as outer HCAS.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a histology laboratory
Desirable
- Experience with histological techniques (e.g. immunohistochemistry).
- Experience working within NHS or other clinical laboratory settings.
- Experience using laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound knowledge of histopathology procedures, techniques, and laboratory safety standards.
- Knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations and infection control procedures.
- Understanding of quality control and quality assurance processes in a laboratory setting.
Desirable
- Awareness of laboratory accreditation and compliance standards (e.g., ISO, UKAS).
- Familiarity with the use of laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
- Knowledge of human anatomy and pathology relevant to histology.
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs in Mathematics and English (Grade C or above) or equivalent.
Desirable
- Relevant higher education qualification (e.g., BSc, HND) in a related field.
- Certification in histology or related laboratory techniques.
- A-Levels in Science (or equivalent).
Specific requirements
Essential
- Ability to undertake housekeeping duties as required to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Ability to perform required duties with appropriate aids or adaptations, as necessary.
Desirable
- Previous experience working within the NHS or a similar healthcare setting.
- Previous experience in immunohistochemistry, including microtomy and administrative duties.
Skills
Essential
- Extensive computer skills.
- Ability to follow and adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) accurately and consistently.
- Supervisory and training skills, with the ability to guide and mentor junior staff.
- Ability to work to deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Personal and people development
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good organisational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to produce high quality work.
- Reliable and trustworthy.
- Self-motivated.
- Ability to show flexibility by performing multiple tasks good hand-eye coordination & manually dexterous.
- Methodical, precise, numerate.
- Ability to pick up techniques quickly.
- Cope with large amounts of repetitive work.
- Highly motivated, innovative and adaptable
- Can think clearly and react appropriately under stress while remaining calm.
Communications
Essential
- Good verbal communication skills
- Able to work as part of a team or independently, as required.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a histology laboratory
Desirable
- Experience with histological techniques (e.g. immunohistochemistry).
- Experience working within NHS or other clinical laboratory settings.
- Experience using laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound knowledge of histopathology procedures, techniques, and laboratory safety standards.
- Knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations and infection control procedures.
- Understanding of quality control and quality assurance processes in a laboratory setting.
Desirable
- Awareness of laboratory accreditation and compliance standards (e.g., ISO, UKAS).
- Familiarity with the use of laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
- Knowledge of human anatomy and pathology relevant to histology.
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs in Mathematics and English (Grade C or above) or equivalent.
Desirable
- Relevant higher education qualification (e.g., BSc, HND) in a related field.
- Certification in histology or related laboratory techniques.
- A-Levels in Science (or equivalent).
Specific requirements
Essential
- Ability to undertake housekeeping duties as required to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Ability to perform required duties with appropriate aids or adaptations, as necessary.
Desirable
- Previous experience working within the NHS or a similar healthcare setting.
- Previous experience in immunohistochemistry, including microtomy and administrative duties.
Skills
Essential
- Extensive computer skills.
- Ability to follow and adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) accurately and consistently.
- Supervisory and training skills, with the ability to guide and mentor junior staff.
- Ability to work to deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Personal and people development
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good organisational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to produce high quality work.
- Reliable and trustworthy.
- Self-motivated.
- Ability to show flexibility by performing multiple tasks good hand-eye coordination & manually dexterous.
- Methodical, precise, numerate.
- Ability to pick up techniques quickly.
- Cope with large amounts of repetitive work.
- Highly motivated, innovative and adaptable
- Can think clearly and react appropriately under stress while remaining calm.
Communications
Essential
- Good verbal communication skills
- Able to work as part of a team or independently, as required.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
