Clinical Support Worker - Microbiology North

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Support Worker (Higher Level) to join our Diagnostic Clinical Microbiology service. This is a key role supporting the delivery of a high‑quality laboratory service across our acute sites. You will work as part of a skilled multidisciplinary team, contributing directly to patient care and safety. NHSGGC offers a supportive environment, excellent learning opportunities, and the chance to develop within one of the UK’s largest health boards. If you are passionate about healthcare science and want to make a real difference behind the scenes, this role offers both challenge and reward.

Band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa routes.

All other roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Glasgow Royal Infirmary
• Shift pattern across 7 days of the week
• Inclusive of weekends public holidays

Key responsibilities:

• Collect, prepare and process clinical specimens in line with standard operating procedures
• Register accurate patient and specimen information on laboratory IT systems
• Support Biomedical Scientists in the provision of an effective diagnostic laboratory service
• Load, operate and monitor laboratory analysers and equipment as required
• Maintain laboratory standards for health and safety infection control and waste disposal
• Respond to telephone and reception enquiries from clinical staff and service users
• Assist with training and mentoring of new or less experienced staff

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Three Highers at grade C or above including Biology or Chemistry and Maths or equivalent qualification
• SVQ Level 3 in a relevant science subject or completion of a modern apprenticeship in life sciences
• Good understanding of biomedical science principles and laboratory practice
• Strong keyboard skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Awareness of health and safety and infection control practices
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment
• Manual dexterity and the ability to handle laboratory equipment and specimens safely

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:Operational Manager, Catriona Noble, catriona.noble@nhs.scot, 0141 956 0428

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your application, but your answers must be your own.

• Show us the real you: Your application should reflect your skills, experience, and motivations authentically.
• Use AI wisely: It’s fine to use AI for ideas or to check spelling and grammar, but don’t let it write your answers.
• Why this matters: Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be withdrawn. By applying, you confirm your responses are based on your own knowledge and achievements.

Tip: Think of AI as a helper, not a substitute. We want to understand you, not an AI tool.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

For application portal or log-in issues, please contact the Jobtrain Support Hub in the first instance.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Support Worker (Higher Level) to join our Diagnostic Clinical Microbiology service. This is a key role supporting the delivery of a high‑quality laboratory service across our acute sites. You will work as part of a skilled multidisciplinary team, contributing directly to patient care and safety. NHSGGC offers a supportive environment, excellent learning opportunities, and the chance to develop within one of the UK’s largest health boards. If you are passionate about healthcare science and want to make a real difference behind the scenes, this role offers both challenge and reward.

Band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa routes.

All other roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Glasgow Royal Infirmary
• Shift pattern across 7 days of the week
• Inclusive of weekends public holidays

Key responsibilities:

• Collect, prepare and process clinical specimens in line with standard operating procedures
• Register accurate patient and specimen information on laboratory IT systems
• Support Biomedical Scientists in the provision of an effective diagnostic laboratory service
• Load, operate and monitor laboratory analysers and equipment as required
• Maintain laboratory standards for health and safety infection control and waste disposal
• Respond to telephone and reception enquiries from clinical staff and service users
• Assist with training and mentoring of new or less experienced staff

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Three Highers at grade C or above including Biology or Chemistry and Maths or equivalent qualification
• SVQ Level 3 in a relevant science subject or completion of a modern apprenticeship in life sciences
• Good understanding of biomedical science principles and laboratory practice
• Strong keyboard skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Awareness of health and safety and infection control practices
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment
• Manual dexterity and the ability to handle laboratory equipment and specimens safely

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:Operational Manager, Catriona Noble, catriona.noble@nhs.scot, 0141 956 0428

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your application, but your answers must be your own.

• Show us the real you: Your application should reflect your skills, experience, and motivations authentically.
• Use AI wisely: It’s fine to use AI for ideas or to check spelling and grammar, but don’t let it write your answers.
• Why this matters: Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be withdrawn. By applying, you confirm your responses are based on your own knowledge and achievements.

Tip: Think of AI as a helper, not a substitute. We want to understand you, not an AI tool.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

For application portal or log-in issues, please contact the Jobtrain Support Hub in the first instance.