Anatomical Pathology Technician Role in Merseyside with Sponsorship, Apply Now

Location
Merseyside, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
31,049 – 37,796 per year

About Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
They’re a team that takes pride in providing mortuary services with professionalism and respect. Covering Whiston, Southport, and Ormskirk Hospitals, they handle over 800 post mortem examinations a year under HM Coroner’s instruction. Fully accredited by the HTA, they’ve built a strong track record for developing staff, encouraging professional growth, and ensuring services meet the highest standards of care.

Job details

Benefits

• Skilled Worker Sponsorship – available for eligible applicants
• Career growth – structured opportunities for professional development
• Supportive environment – work alongside experienced mortuary and pathology teams
• NHS pension scheme – a secure benefit for long-term stability
• Overtime pay – additional earnings for on-call rota participation

Requirements

• Certificate in Anatomical Pathology (RIPHH) or equivalent
• Experience in infection control, forensic procedures, and autopsy reconstruction
• Strong knowledge of health and safety including COSHH regulations
• Proficiency with laboratory systems and IT tools
• Ability to communicate clearly with staff, agencies, and bereaved families
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Team player with good time management and problem-solving skills

Salary Details

The role offers a salary between £31,049 and £37,796 per year, plus overtime payments for on-call rota duties.

About the Role

As an Anatomical Pathology Technician, you’ll play a crucial part in mortuary operations across Mersey and West Lancashire. From preparing the deceased for post mortem to supporting bereaved families, this is a role that combines technical expertise with compassion.

You’ll be assisting pathologists, preparing the post mortem room, and ensuring all identification checks are handled with accuracy. The work involves careful attention to health and safety standards, as well as compliance with HTA guidelines. What makes this role rewarding is knowing your contribution supports families during one of the hardest times of their lives, while ensuring services for HM Coroner and the NHS run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare the post mortem room and deceased in line with policies and procedures
• Assist pathologists in examinations to maintain workflow and accuracy
• Support bereaved families by preparing the deceased for viewing
• Carry out thorough ID checks during receipt and release of the deceased
• Work closely with coroners, police, and bereavement services to provide joined-up care
• Contribute to CPD activities, advancing skills and knowledge within the mortuary setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They’re committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background or circumstances.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
• Address: Merseyside, United Kingdom
• Contact: Recruitment Team, Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Reference Number
APT0925-MWL

How To Apply
Don’t wait on this one. Send your application today and take the next step in your professional journey with a team that values skill, care, and growth.