Medical Laboratory Assistant Role with Sponsorship in London, Support Research and Diagnostics, Apply Now

Location
London

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
27,515 per year

About Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) is more than a hospital. They’re a national centre of excellence delivering the UK’s widest range of specialist care for children. From gene therapy to haematology-oncology and stem cell transplantation, their teams shape the future of paediatric medicine. With Europe’s largest Paediatric Haematology and Oncology Centre under one roof, they fuse groundbreaking science with human-first care. If you’re passionate about purpose-driven work and want to grow your lab skills where they matter most, GOSH is the place to be.

Job details

Benefits

• Immediate start jobs UK with training provided on the job
• Supportive work environment with access to senior scientists and clinical teams
• Exposure to cutting-edge research in paediatric diagnostics
• Be part of the NHS’s largest specialist children’s healthcare provider
• Access to Equality Networks and support communities
• Potential for future progression in UK job opportunities across healthcare science

Requirements

• GCSEs in English, Maths and Science (grade C/4 or above) or equivalent
• Some scientific knowledge and basic lab skills like pipetting and using automated equipment
• Comfortable with computer systems, data input and lab software
• Strong communication skills with a clear eye for detail
• Awareness of patient confidentiality and data handling
• Understanding of Health and Safety protocols in a lab setting
• Desirable: NVQ Level 3 in Clinical Lab Support or similar experience
• Desirable: Hands-on work with DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, or flow cytometry

Salary Details

This is a Band 3 role with an annual salary of £27,515, plus London weighting where applicable.

About the Role

Here’s a role that gives your curiosity a home. You’ll join GOSH’s Specialist Integrated Haematological Malignancy Diagnostic Service, working closely with teams in Molecular Haematology and Flow Cytometry. Every test you help run or prepare impacts how children with serious illnesses are diagnosed and treated.

Whether you’re isolating cells from bone marrow, assisting in PCR setups, or handling urgent samples from oncology or transplant patients, you’re right where innovation meets care. You’ll learn alongside a team that believes in growing their people and giving you the space to thrive.

Don’t worry if you’ve never worked in a lab like this before. They’ll train you up with hands-on learning from experienced scientists. Just bring your attention to detail, a hunger to learn, and a readiness to roll up your sleeves.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with sample preparation for high-stakes diagnostic tests
• Support DNA and RNA extraction workflows
• Carry out cell separations from blood and bone marrow samples
• Maintain accurate sample records and prepare materials for analysis
• Communicate effectively with both clinical and lab teams
• Uphold rigorous Health and Safety standards
• Help maintain lab quality by following ISO15189 standards

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This job falls under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They hire based on talent, not titles. GOSH is committed to fairness, inclusion and representation across all communities. They actively welcome applications from BAME, LGBTQ+, and disabled applicants. Their thriving employee networks make sure no one walks alone.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Great Ormond Street Hospital, London
• Contact: Available via NHS Jobs platform

Reference Number
Not specified

How To Apply
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