Medical Laboratory Assistant

Job summary We have an exciting opportunities within Central Specimen Reception at our Oxford Road Campus within the Division of Laboratory Medicine. Do you have good verbal and written communication skills, good attention to detail and work well in a team? An exciting opportunity has arisen to become a Medical Laboratory Assistant.Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the leading Trust for teaching, research and specialist services in the North West of England. Main duties of the job Specimen Reception accommodation is at Oxford Road Campus, site of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT). Please note this is a part- time post - 22.5hours per week, between the hours of 15:30pm to 20:00pm (multi-site working which includes Trafford General, Wythenshawe, North Manchester General and Oxford Road Campus) 24/7 rota) The department runs a state-of-the-art automated blood track, to support the Trust's leading laboratories. The team you'll be joining provides a quality service unpacking, labelling, registering specimens a well as using pre- and post-analytic equipment.The post offers a great opportunity to gain laboratory experience in Blood Sciences, in a stimulating environment with support from a highly experienced and committed team of professionals. CSR provides a 24/7 service and the post will be rostered for shifts to support this. You will also be expected to work at other MFT Specimen Receptions when required. A good standard of education (to GCSE level or equivalent) is necessary as are good keyboard skills. You should be flexible, methodical and organised with good communication skills. Full in-service training will be provided.You will be supported throughout with regular reviews of progress to develop appropriate knowledge and skills to enable personal development. About us Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time. Details Date posted 12 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £25,272 a year per annum (pro rata) Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 349-CSS-8076233-RL4 Job locations Clinical Science Building, Oxford Road Campus Oxford Road Manchester M13 9WL United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description &