Apprentice Healthcare Science Assistant

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The Apprentice Healthcare Science Assistant will support Clinical Scientists and Specialist Practitioners in delivering a range of specialist GI Physiology diagnostic investigations and treatments. Duties will include preparing patients and equipment, assisting during clinical procedures, undertaking delegated technical and administrative tasks, maintaining equipment and supporting quality assurance processes. The post holder will work under appropriate supervision, developing their clinical knowledge and practical competencies through the Level 4 Healthcare Science Apprenticeship programme, while ensuring high standards of patient care, safety and confidentiality.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the role and responsibilities.

Person specification

Qualifications and Education

Essential criteria

• GCSE English and Mathematics at grade 4/C or above, or equivalent qualifications
• Basic understanding of the importance of patient care, confidentiality and safety

Desirable criteria

• Additional relevant qualifications in science or healthcare
• Previous experience in a healthcare, laboratory or patient-facing environment
• Awareness of the role of Healthcare Science within the NHS

Personal Qualities

Essential criteria

• Enthusiastic, motivated and committed to learning
• Compassionate, caring and respectful towards patients and colleagues
• Adaptable and receptive to feedback and supervision

Desirable criteria

• Demonstrates a particular interest in science, healthcare or diagnostic investigations

We recognise that candidates may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support them when preparing their application. Where AI is used, the information provided must remain an accurate and authentic representation of your own skills, knowledge and experience.

AI must not be used to provide false or misleading information or to generate examples that do not reflect your own experience. You should be able to discuss and demonstrate the knowledge, skills and experience included within your application during the recruitment and selection process.

Candidates may be asked to declare whether AI has been used in preparing their application and, where applicable, how it has been used.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cottingham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-11-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No