Medical Laboratory Assistant (Blood Sciences) Band 2
The closing date is 24 October 2025
Job summary
Applications are invited for full time/part time Medical Laboratory Assistants (Agenda for Change Band 2) in Specimen Reception on both the Airedale Hospital & Bradford Royal Infirmary site.
Please indicate on your application form if you prefer part-time.
Medical Laboratory Assistants are a key staff group within the pathology laboratory. Candidates will need to be enthusiastic, well-motivated and innovative, with good organisational and practical skills. Teamwork and good communication skills are essential. The role requires accuracy and attention to detail with long periods of concentration. Previous laboratory experience would be an advantage for the position however full training will be provided
1 x Full time position
1 x part time 20 hours
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient applications.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be required to work in Specimen Reception on either site to provide support to the Blood Sciences department.
The hours of work are based on a 24/7 work pattern which will include days, late shifts and night working Monday to Friday, Weekends, and Bank Holidays.
Opportunities for personal development are strongly supported; however please note this post may not be suitable for individuals with Biomedical Science degrees as there is no progressional route from this post to a Biomedical Scientist grade.
Please ensure you read the job description and spec carefully before you apply to ensure you meet the desirable criteria.
Our staff surveys tell us that we are one of the best Trusts to work for in the country. Staff benefits include a children's day nursery, subsidised restaurant facilities, cyber cafe and discounts at local leisure facilities.
NB. We reserve the right to close this application process early if sufficient suitable applications are received.
About us
We are delighted to offer a wide range of benefits to employees including:
- Cycle to Work
- Travel Scheme
- Childcare Vouchers with Salary Sacrifice
- Onsite Nursery
- Buying and Selling Annual Leave
- Car Leasing
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Health and Wellbeing
- Extensive Reward Scheme
- Counselling Service
- Financial packages including Vivup and Wagestream
- Staff Networks, Enable, Rainbow, Gender, Race Equality Ecoaware & Admin Network.
Our values:
We understand that it's down to the hard work, effort and dedication of our staff that makes a difference for our patients. Our people really do make our Airedale experience - we take pride in fostering a friendly, effective and caring work environment. Our values are part of our DNA, which are:
- Committed to Quality of Care
- Compassion
- Working together for patients
- Improving Lives
- Everyone Counts
- Respect and Dignity
Got questions before you apply, please contact the recruiting manager to find out more.
Details
Date posted
17 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,465 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
423-7558494
Job locations
Airedale General Hospital
Skipton Road
Steeton
BD20 6TD
Employer details
Employer name
Airedale NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Airedale General Hospital
Skipton Road
Steeton
BD20 6TD
Employer's website
https://www.airedale-trust.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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