Administration Assistant – Pathology

Administration Assistant – Pathology

The closing date is 23 July 2026

The Blood Science Department is looking for an Administration Assistant to undertake duties for Senior Personnel within Biochemistry and Haematology, and to provide support for the Microbiology service.

The post is part-time, 32 hours a week. Working days and hours are flexible within reason and can be discussed at or prior to interview.

Main duties of the job

• To undertake a range of administrative duties such as report writing and data gathering, meeting minute taking, incoming postal organisation and diary management for key senior staff within biochemistry and haematology to ensure the provision of efficient and effective laboratory services.
• Possess excellent communication skills and work on your own initiative.
• Organise and prioritise workload and balance this with the demands of this diverse and varied role.
• Have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, RSA II or equivalent typing, and a strong commitment to personal and professional development.

Qualifications

• GCSE English Language or equivalent experience
• GCSE Mathematics or equivalent experience
• Third GCSE or equivalent experience
• ECDL or equivalent IT qualification
• NVQ in administration or equivalent
• Typing/Word processing qualification RSAII or equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

• Proven office experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Experience of diary management
• Experience of minute taking

Skills

• Excellent organisational skills
• Prioritise own workload
• Ability to adopt a flexible approach to work

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.

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata, per annum

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