Apprentice Healthcare Science Assistant

>Job summary The Gastrointestinal (GI) Physiology Department is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our dynamic, specialist team as an Apprentice Healthcare Science Assistant. The successful candidate will be supported in undertaking a Level 4 Diploma in Healthcare Science, combining structured academic learning with practical, hands-on experience within a highly specialised clinical service. The post holder will work under direct and at times indirect supervision of the Clinical Scientists and Specialist Practitioners undertaking tasks and duties delegated to them, which are within the scope of this job description. They will work collaboratively within the specialist area to meet the needs of patients, following departmental policies and procedures. The role is primarily to support the Clinical Scientists and Specialist Practitioners to deliver safe, high-quality diagnostic related tasks to patients, this will include preparation of patients and equipment prior to a wide range of GI Physiology diagnostic related investigations and treatments. Interview Assessment Date: Tuesday 24th November 2026 37.5 hours per week, to include 1 day per week study leave to undertake a Level 4 Diploma in Healthcare Science (~24-month duration) You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all the information before applying for the vacancy Main duties of the job The Apprentice Healthcare Science Assistant will work as part of the specialist GI Physiology team, supporting Clinical Scientists and Specialist Practitioners in the delivery of a comprehensive range of diagnostic investigations and treatments, main duties: Assisting with the preparation of patients, clinical environments and specialist equipment for GI Physiology investigations Supporting Clinical Scientists and Specialist Practitioners during diagnostic procedures, ensuring patient comfort, dignity and safety Assisting with the cleaning, preparation, maintenance and quality control of specialist diagnostic equipment in accordance with departmental procedures. Supporting the accurate recording, handling and management of clinical data and patient information, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with information governance requirements Communicating effectively with patients, carers and multidisciplinary colleagues, providing appropriate information and reassurance throughout the patient pathway Contributing to departmental quality assurance, infection prevention and control, health and safety, and service improvement activities Actively participating in the Level 4 Healthcare Science Apprenticeship programme, completing academic requirements, workplace assessments and competency-based training About us The Humber Health Partnership is one of the largest acute and community Partnership arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over £1.3 billion. Made up of two Trusts - Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) - our Partnership has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world-class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve. Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital and Goole and District Hospital, for NLAG and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital for HUTH. As Teaching Hospitals working with the Hull York Medical School, we both lead and contribute to research in many areas - biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery and oncology. We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Partnership and our community. Details Date posted 29 October 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary £15,600 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 26 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 356-26-8387301 Job locations Castle Hill Hospital Castle Road Cottingham HU16 5JQ United Kingdom Job description Job 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. Job description Job 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. <h2 class="nhsuk-heading-l"