The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is the main provider of acute hospital services for half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid Wales. The Trust runs the Princess Royal Hospital in Telford and the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital in Shrewsbury.

Science & Healthcare

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

You should be enthusiastic about working in a lab, committed to learning Cellular Pathology, and available to work some Saturdays. Clearly demonstrate your suitability for this competitive role.

You will assist with specimen reception, dissection, data entry, and handle telephone inquiries under the supervision of Biomedical Scientists.

Science

Healthcare

London

Job Overview Are you interested in working within a laboratory setting and learning more about Cellular Pathology? We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our friendly team at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. You will be required to assist in specimen reception, dissection assisting and filing under the supervision of state registered Biomedical Scientists. You will also be committed to providing support to our scientists where the duties include the input of data entry and handling telephone enquiries. Main duties of the job You will be required to assist in specimen reception, dissection assisting and filing under the supervision of state registered Biomedical Scientists. You will also be committed to providing support to our scientists where the duties include the input of data entry and handling telephone enquiries. Please note that these positions are highly competitive so it is important that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the key criteria for the role and what you and your experience could bring to the department. The successful candidate will be expected to work some Saturdays. Working for your organisation Our Poppy’s Promise Commitment We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team — clinical or non-clinical — plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times. We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care. Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding. By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values — ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day. The two SATH Hospitals, The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford are just a 30 minute drive apart. Both hospitals provide a wide range of acute hospital services including accident & emergency, outpatients, diagnostics, inpatient medical care and critical care. Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Hospital is a specialist orthopaedic hospital in the outskirts of Oswestry, the Cellular Pathology service is provided by SATH.

Job OverviewAre you interested in working within a laboratory setting and learning more about Cellular Pathology?We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our friendly team at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. You will be required to assist in specimen reception, dissection assisting and filing under the supervision of state registered Biomedical Scientists. You will also be committed to providing support to our scientists where the duties include the input of data entry and handling telephone enquiries.Main duties of the job You will be required to assist in specimen reception, dissection assisting and filing under the supervision of state registered Biomedical Scientists. You will also be committed to providing support to our scientists where the duties include the input of data entry and handling telephone enquiries.Please note that these positions are highly competitive so it is important that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the key criteria for the role and what you and your experience could bring to the department.The successful candidate will be expected to work some Saturdays.Working for your organisationOur Poppy’s Promise CommitmentWe believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team — clinical or non-clinical — plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values — ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.The two SATH Hospitals, The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford are just a 30 minute drive apart. Both hospitals provide a wide range of acute hospital services including accident & emergency, outpatients, diagnostics, inpatient medical care and critical care.Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Hospital is a specialist orthopaedic hospital in the outskirts of Oswestry, the Cellular Pathology service is provided by SATH.

Medical Laboratory Assistant - The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Medical Laboratory Assistant

You must demonstrate flexibility, creativity, collaboration, and excellent interpersonal skills while managing diverse communications projects and engaging various stakeholders effectively.

You will manage internal and external communications, oversee campaigns, ensure effective information flow, support project implementation, and create engaging content for various channels.

Customer Relations

Marketing

Job Overview The Communications team provides the full range of corporate internal and external communications, including creative and marketing services, event management, stakeholder and media relations for our Group. The successful candidate will provide general day-to-day communications and engagement support for the team, including supporting internal and external campaigns and projects that utilise a range of different channels for different audiences. They will be responsible for several individual projects from start to completion. Flexibility, creativity and collaboration skills are a must. The post holder will be expected to work with internal and external “customers” to understand their requirements, manage their expectations and deliver results in a busy communications service. Collaborating closely with diverse groups and individuals, the ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, strong diplomacy, influencing skills and self-confidence. As part of the team you will be responsible for ensuring that our day-to-day communications activity is delivered on time, to a high quality and with a creative mindset. Main duties of the job Provide a high-standard communications service from start to completion for a wide range of internal and external communications to timescales, deadlines and within budgetary requirements under the guidance of the Communications Manager. Ensure that all information - from corporate information to news updates and positive messages – can easily flow through the organisation. Take a proactive approach to communications and engagement, with regular horizon scanning to help the communications team’s activities have the maximum impact and remain cutting-edge. Support the communications leadership team in plans for external and internal communications, including corporate projects, consultations and promotions, and their subsequent implementation and outcomes. Projects will be wide and varied and include high-level corporate projects, day-to-day communications, online services (intranet, internet and social media) and a variety of other regular and bespoke communications. Take a lead on specific campaigns (both internal and external facing) and produce creative and innovative ideas, including filming and editing video, to deliver the message. Ensuring that the right message is in the right channel at the right time. Working for your organisation Our Poppy’s Promise Commitment We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team — clinical or non-clinical — plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times. We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care. Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding. By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values — ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

Job OverviewThe Communications team provides the full range of corporate internal and external communications, including creative and marketing services, event management, stakeholder and media relations for our Group.The successful candidate will provide general day-to-day communications and engagement support for the team, including supporting internal and external campaigns and projects that utilise a range of different channels for different audiences. They will be responsible for several individual projects from start to completion.Flexibility, creativity and collaboration skills are a must. The post holder will be expected to work with internal and external “customers” to understand their requirements, manage their expectations and deliver results in a busy communications service. Collaborating closely with diverse groups and individuals, the ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, strong diplomacy, influencing skills and self-confidence.As part of the team you will be responsible for ensuring that our day-to-day communications activity is delivered on time, to a high quality and with a creative mindset.Main duties of the jobProvide a high-standard communications service from start to completion for a wide range of internal and external communications to timescales, deadlines and within budgetary requirements under the guidance of the Communications Manager.Ensure that all information - from corporate information to news updates and positive messages – can easily flow through the organisation.Take a proactive approach to communications and engagement, with regular horizon scanning to help the communications team’s activities have the maximum impact and remain cutting-edge.Support the communications leadership team in plans for external and internal communications, including corporate projects, consultations and promotions, and their subsequent implementation and outcomes.Projects will be wide and varied and include high-level corporate projects, day-to-day communications, online services (intranet, internet and social media) and a variety of other regular and bespoke communications.Take a lead on specific campaigns (both internal and external facing) and produce creative and innovative ideas, including filming and editing video, to deliver the message. Ensuring that the right message is in the right channel at the right time.Working for your organisationOur Poppy’s Promise CommitmentWe believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team — clinical or non-clinical — plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values — ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

Communications and Engagement Officer - The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Communications and Engagement Officer

You should be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and calm under stress, with good communication skills. A strong secondary education in English, Maths, and Science is essential.

You will support scientific staff with sample processing, data entry, prepare solutions, manage supplies, handle waste disposal, decontaminate equipment, and assist in diagnostic services.

Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit 9 fixed-term, part-time Medical Laboratory Assistants to join our Pathology Specimen Reception teams, based at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (5 posts) and the Princess Royal Hospital in Telford (4 posts). Please note that these are not trainee Biomedical Scientist posts and are unlikely to lead to one. We are seeking self-motivated and conscientious individuals who have an organised approach with good attention to detail and who can remain calm in stressful situations. You will need excellent communication and observation skills and should enjoy working as part of a team. Previous experience in a NHS clinical laboratory or in analytical techniques would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided. A good level of secondary education is required with English, Maths and Science to GCSE grade 9 - 4 (or equivalent). IMPORTANT: Please can applicants state their GCSE grades fully on their application form and comply with the person specification or their application may not be considered. Main duties of the job The role of a Medical Laboratory Assistant is varied and involves supporting the scientific staff in the receipt, data entry and pre-analytic preparation of patient samples, preparing chemical solutions, maintaining stocks of consumable items, disposal of chemical and/ or biological waste, and maintaining and decontamination of complex laboratory equipment and as such is a key role in supporting a diagnostic service. You will be required to work 20 hours per week (Monday-Friday). You will be required to work between the hours of 07:00 and 21:00. Shifts will vary according to service needs so flexibility is essential. You will also be expected to support a 7 day working rota which will include out of hours work such as evenings (Late and Partial Late shifts), nights, weekends and Bank/ Public holidays. Working for our organisation Our vision is to put patients at the centre of everything we do. In the Blood Sciences department you will be working alongside a friendly, expert and energetic team of Consultants, Clinical Scientists, Biomedical Scientists and Associate Practitioners. Visits to the department are welcome and can be arranged. Please note, for vacancies that receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close the post before the stated closing date, so please apply as soon as possible. Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job OverviewAn exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit 9 fixed-term, part-time Medical Laboratory Assistants to join our Pathology Specimen Reception teams, based at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (5 posts) and the Princess Royal Hospital in Telford (4 posts).Please note that these are not trainee Biomedical Scientist posts and are unlikely to lead to one.We are seeking self-motivated and conscientious individuals who have an organised approach with good attention to detail and who can remain calm in stressful situations. You will need excellent communication and observation skills and should enjoy working as part of a team.Previous experience in a NHS clinical laboratory or in analytical techniques would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided. A good level of secondary education is required with English, Maths and Science to GCSE grade 9 - 4 (or equivalent).IMPORTANT: Please can applicants state their GCSE grades fully on their application form and comply with the person specification or their application may not be considered.Main duties of the jobThe role of a Medical Laboratory Assistant is varied and involves supporting the scientific staff in the receipt, data entry and pre-analytic preparation of patient samples, preparing chemical solutions, maintaining stocks of consumable items, disposal of chemical and/ or biological waste, and maintaining and decontamination of complex laboratory equipment and as such is a key role in supporting a diagnostic service.You will be required to work 20 hours per week (Monday-Friday). You will be required to work between the hours of 07:00 and 21:00. Shifts will vary according to service needs so flexibility is essential. You will also be expected to support a 7 day working rota which will include out of hours work such as evenings (Late and Partial Late shifts), nights, weekends and Bank/ Public holidays.Working for our organisationOur vision is to put patients at the centre of everything we do.In the Blood Sciences department you will be working alongside a friendly, expert and energetic team of Consultants, Clinical Scientists, Biomedical Scientists and Associate Practitioners.Visits to the department are welcome and can be arranged.Please note, for vacancies that receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close the post before the stated closing date, so please apply as soon as possible.Detailed Job Description And Main ResponsibilitiesFor full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Blood Sciences - The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Blood Sciences

You need to be enthusiastic, calm, caring, and a team player, with good communication skills. Able to handle pressure in an emotional environment, working shifts. Experience is a plus, but training is provided.

You will support patient care, assist with hygiene, nutrition, and basic observations, and demonstrate sensitivity while working as part of a team on rotating shifts.

Job Overview Due to progression and movement within the team we are looking to recruit enthusiastic and motivated Healthcare Assistants to support Ward 23 Oncology & Haematology at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. The ward is a kind and supportive one which is busy and you will need to be able to work under pressure at times and be able to cope with working in what can sometimes be an emotive environment. You will work within the established nursing team on Ward 23 alongside registered nurses, healthcare assistants and therapy staff providing care to patients on the ward. You will deliver personal care as needed for the patients and will need to have a kind and compassionate nature. This is a lovely and rewarding role requiring commitment to providing a high quality of care for our oncology and haematology patients. You will get to know our patients and their relatives well and develop a good rapport with them to support their needs. Main duties of the job You will support the ward nursing team to provide care for our patients including hygiene needs, provision of personal care, assistance with taking diet and fluids, checking of basic observations. You will need to work well as part of a team and have good communication skills and a caring nature. You will need to be a keen, calm, motivated and a conscientious individual with a good sense of humour, and be able to show sensitivity in dealing with patients and their relatives who are facing cancer treatment and may sometimes be distressed as a result. You will be required to work on an internal rotation working day, night and weekend shifts. All shifts are 12.5 hours in length. We can consider set working patterns, and set working days set days off with negotiation. Previous experience as a care assistant would be helpful but is not essential as full training will be given. We are happy to consider part time working but would expect a minimum of 23 hours per week. Working for our organisation We are committed to supporting our staff with suitable training and development opportunities and will provide full training for the role of a Healthcare Assistant on Ward 23. We offer specialist Oncology & Haematology training for our HCAs and are committed to further development as appropriate afterwards. We have a set of established Trust Values and expect all staff to work within these at all times. Our Poppy’s Promise Commitment We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team — clinical or non-clinical — plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times. We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care. Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding. By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values — ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day. Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job OverviewDue to progression and movement within the team we are looking to recruit enthusiastic and motivated Healthcare Assistants to support Ward 23 Oncology & Haematology at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.The ward is a kind and supportive one which is busy and you will need to be able to work under pressure at times and be able to cope with working in what can sometimes be an emotive environment. You will work within the established nursing team on Ward 23 alongside registered nurses, healthcare assistants and therapy staff providing care to patients on the ward.You will deliver personal care as needed for the patients and will need to have a kind and compassionate nature. This is a lovely and rewarding role requiring commitment to providing a high quality of care for our oncology and haematology patients. You will get to know our patients and their relatives well and develop a good rapport with them to support their needs.Main duties of the jobYou will support the ward nursing team to provide care for our patients including hygiene needs, provision of personal care, assistance with taking diet and fluids, checking of basic observations.You will need to work well as part of a team and have good communication skills and a caring nature. You will need to be a keen, calm, motivated and a conscientious individual with a good sense of humour, and be able to show sensitivity in dealing with patients and their relatives who are facing cancer treatment and may sometimes be distressed as a result.You will be required to work on an internal rotation working day, night and weekend shifts. All shifts are 12.5 hours in length. We can consider set working patterns, and set working days set days off with negotiation. Previous experience as a care assistant would be helpful but is not essential as full training will be given. We are happy to consider part time working but would expect a minimum of 23 hours per week.Working for our organisationWe are committed to supporting our staff with suitable training and development opportunities and will provide full training for the role of a Healthcare Assistant on Ward 23. We offer specialist Oncology & Haematology training for our HCAs and are committed to further development as appropriate afterwards. We have a set of established Trust Values and expect all staff to work within these at all times.Our Poppy’s Promise CommitmentWe believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team — clinical or non-clinical — plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values — ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.Detailed Job Description And Main ResponsibilitiesFor full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Healthcare Assistant - Ward 23, Oncology and Haematology - The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Healthcare Assistant - Ward 23, Oncology and Haematology

You should have dialysis experience (preferred), be flexible for travel between sites, and be able to work 13-hour shifts during varied hours, including early and late shifts.

You will order and maintain unit supplies, assist in patient care preparation, and supervise Haemodialysis patients while completing competency training.

Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an for an enthusiastic and caring individual to join our friendly and supportive Renal Team at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. As a Dialysis Assistant, you will assist in the delivery of high quality patient care and support to patients attending for haemodialysis. Any experience in Dialysis would be a bonus! Why not come and visit us! Main duties of the job The Dialysis Assistants are responsible for the ordering and maintenance of stores on the unit and are expected to work within their own level of competence and assist in the preparation, provision of care and supervision of patients treated by Haemodialysis. You will be supernumerary while you receive full training and complete our renal unit competency training book. Working for your organisation The Renal Unit is open 6 days a week from Monday - Saturday including Bank holidays. Staff work 13 hour shifts. The post holder must be able to work flexibly and be able to travel between sites as required. The Unit is opened from 06:00 - 24.00 Monday, Wednesday & Friday with an Early and a Late shift & 07.00 - 20.00 on Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday with one shift. Our Poppy’s Promise Commitment We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team — clinical or non-clinical — plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times. We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care. Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding. By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values — ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

Job OverviewAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an for an enthusiastic and caring individual to join our friendly and supportive Renal Team at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. As a Dialysis Assistant, you will assist in the delivery of high quality patient care and support to patients attending for haemodialysis.Any experience in Dialysis would be a bonus!Why not come and visit us!Main duties of the jobThe Dialysis Assistants are responsible for the ordering and maintenance of stores on the unit and are expected to work within their own level of competence and assist in the preparation, provision of care and supervision of patients treated by Haemodialysis. You will be supernumerary while you receive full training and complete our renal unit competency training book.Working for your organisationThe Renal Unit is open 6 days a week from Monday - Saturday including Bank holidays. Staff work 13 hour shifts. The post holder must be able to work flexibly and be able to travel between sites as required. The Unit is opened from 06:00 - 24.00 Monday, Wednesday & Friday with an Early and a Late shift & 07.00 - 20.00 on Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday with one shift.Our Poppy’s Promise CommitmentWe believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team — clinical or non-clinical — plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values — ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

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