Anatomical Pathology Technician
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South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Anatomical Pathology Technician
The closing date is 28 September 2026
Job summary
Mortuary services at North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust and South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are provided collaboratively between the two Trusts and there is a requirement for the post holder to work across all Trust sites.
The service provides both Coronal and Forensic post-mortems. Post mortems are undertaken primarily at The James Cook University Hospital site and body storage facilities are available at all four hospital sites.
We pride ourselves on delivering a high quality service which ensures the dignity, respect and care for the deceased and bereaved and are looking to recruit a candidate who shares these values.
The department is licensed by HTA. CPD is actively encouraged.
An opportunity exists for an Anatomical Pathology Technologist (APT) to join the Mortuary department. The post holder will be part of a cross site team providing a high quality, flexible, efficient and coordinated mortuary service to the Trusts and Coroner's Service.
Main duties of the job
Applicants for the Band 5 position must hold the L4 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology awarded by The Royal Society of Public Health and be trained in Mortuary APT functions.
Applications are welcome from candidates holding the L3 Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology awarded by The Royal Society of Public Health. You would be recruited at Band 4 and required to complete the L4 qualification prior to progressing to Band 5.
Applications are welcome from candidates wishing to join as an apprentice. You must meet the minimum eligibility criteria to apply including being 18 years or older and a UK resident for at least 3 years.
As an apprentice, you would be recruited at Band 3 and be required to complete the L3 qualification prior to progressing to Band 4 and the L4 qualification prior to progressing to band 5.
The nature of the job is such that it demands high standards of integrity. You must be able to work as part of a team or alone. Physical aspects require preparation of patients for autopsy, moving patients and family viewings. It is essential that you have good interpersonal skills with the ability to show empathy and deal sensitively with bereaved families.
About us
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust have come together to form University Hospitals Tees. As a result, post holders may be required to work across sites within both organisations.
Across University Hospitals Tees, our ambition is to be the best place to work, ensuring we have the right staff in the right roles at the right time to deliver outstanding patient care and experience.
We are committed to supporting our staff through an inclusive and supportive working environment, offering health and wellbeing initiatives, staff benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.
We support the 'Making Every Contact Count' approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.
Details
Date posted
14 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
328-CSS-8261151
Job locations
The James Cook University Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Holds Level 3 a Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent (Royal Society of Public Health and Hygiene Certificate in Anatomical Pathology Technology)
- Holds Level 4 a Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent (Royal Society of Public Health and Hygiene Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology)
Desirable
- HTA Consent Training
Experience
Essential
- Has supervised and been involved with the training of other staff
- Can demonstrate experience of working within guidelines/protocols
- Extensive mortuary experience
Desirable
- Participated in out of hours on-call system
- Worked in NHS mortuary
Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive knowledge of routine and specialised dissection and reconstruction techniques
- Extensive level of anatomy and physiology knowledge to effectively support pathologists in conducting post mortem examinations.
- Extensive level of gross pathology and ability to identify key findings during post mortem examinations
- Clear understanding of Human Tissue Authority Codes of Practice relating to the post mortem sector.
- Knowledge of UKAS system and standards
Desirable
- Literate in laboratory computerised and PC office applications
Qualifications
Essential
- Holds Level 3 a Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent (Royal Society of Public Health and Hygiene Certificate in Anatomical Pathology Technology)
- Holds Level 4 a Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology or equivalent (Royal Society of Public Health and Hygiene Diploma in Anatomical Pathology Technology)
Desirable
- HTA Consent Training
Experience
Essential
- Has supervised and been involved with the training of other staff
- Can demonstrate experience of working within guidelines/protocols
- Extensive mortuary experience
Desirable
- Participated in out of hours on-call system
- Worked in NHS mortuary
Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive knowledge of routine and specialised dissection and reconstruction techniques
- Extensive level of anatomy and physiology knowledge to effectively support pathologists in conducting post mortem examinations.
- Extensive level of gross pathology and ability to identify key findings during post mortem examinations
- Clear understanding of Human Tissue Authority Codes of Practice relating to the post mortem sector.
- Knowledge of UKAS system and standards
Desirable
- Literate in laboratory computerised and PC office applications
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The James Cook University Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The James Cook University Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Cellular Sciences Service Manager
Danielle Mead
01642624123
Details
Date posted
14 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
328-CSS-8261151
Job locations
The James Cook University Hospital
Marton Road
Middlesbrough
TS4 3BW
United Kingdom
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