Tissue Donation Support Worker
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Job SummaryNHS Blood and Transplant is an integral part of the NHS. Operating a network of centres across England we collect around 2 million units of blood, stem cells and tissues a year, converting them into safe and effective blood components, blood, stem cells and tissue products for use in the treatments of patients. We also facilitate over 4,000 organ transplants every year. Our purpose is to save and improve lives. Our ambition is to be the best organisation of our type in the world. You could help us to get there.Every year, hundreds of lives are saved with the help of donated organs such as hearts and kidneys, but you may not realise that donated tissue such as skin, bone and heart valves can also save and dramatically improve the quality of life for many.
To support and assist in the work of the Regional Tissue Retrieval Team, you will work flexibly across the range of activities as rostered and will additionally assist in developing the service in anticipation of future clinical needs.
We offer a dynamic and friendly working environment where teamwork is highly valued. Personal development is also considered a priority and our extensive training and development opportunities are open to all.
Main duties of the jobNHS Blood and Transplant, Tissue Services is the UK's major provider of human tissue for transplant.
Our role is to co-ordinate, recover, process, bank and supply human tissue grafts for use in surgery within the National Health Service (NHS) and independent hospitals in the UK with patient safety our core principle.
You will work as part of a team to support and assist in the work of the Colindale Support Team and Retrieval Teams.You will be required to carry out duties related to the preparation of donation kits and consumables for the Surgical and Deceased Tissue Donation programmes.You will monitor and maintain laboratory stocks and supplies on a daily basis to help optimise use of consumables and reduce wastage. Check and distribute incoming goods in a timely manner. Prepare stores orders, record receipt of goods inward.You will be able to lift and carry items up to a weight of 15kgs, with and without the use of mechanical aids.
Must have willingness and ability to undertake travel and spend time away from base to meet the requirements of the post (with appropriate prior notice.
About YouExperience and KnowledgeIT Skills required to enable post holder to enter data onto spreadsheets, edit data, type up labels and order equipment.
Qualifications and TrainingAn interest in science, demonstrated through qualifications, training or work experience would be an advantage.
About UsIt takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, you’ll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.
Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do. By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.
You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
What we offer: NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow.27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/pensions We’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
To learn more, please see our recruitment profile, which provides a summary of the job description and person specification. This can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.
This is a full time position, working 37.5 hours per week on a fixed term basis for 9 months.
This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Sunday 15th February 2026. This vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of applications, so we recommend applying early.
Interviews are anticipated to be held on Thursday 5th March 2026 subject to confirmation.
For informal enquiries please contact Richard Kissi Living Tissue Donation Specialist via email at: Richard.kissi@nhsbt.nhs.uk
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