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Associate Practitioner
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board View all jobs
Posted 27 day(s) ago
Reference: 2308013
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for suitably qualified Associate Practitioners to join the All Wales Medical Genomics Service working flexibly for 37.5 hours per week. These are permanent, full time posts based at Canolfan Iechyd Genomig Cymru in Cardiff
The pay progression steps for these posts as a Band 4 begin at £28,819 and top at approximately £31,626. The expectation is that all staff will meet the required standards and will, therefore, be able to progress on their pay step date.
The All Wales Medical Genetics Service (AWMGS) provides a comprehensive clinical genetics and laboratory service clinical genetics services to the 3 million residents of Wales.
AWMGS is a major stakeholder in the Welsh Government's plan to create a sustainable, internationally-competitive environment for genetics and genomics. In July 2017 the launch and investment of monies to support the Genomics for Precision Medicine Strategy is looking to develop a service that is innovative, responsive and well-connected to the major genetics and genomics initiatives that are evolving worldwide.
Main duties of the job
The post holders will be working within the technical teams either within the Extraction, PCR, Fragment sizing or NGS sections, and working in a fast paced environment alongside Medical Technical Officers and Genetic Technologists.
The Directorate encourages personal development and you will be expected to take an active part in the appraisal process. Not only is this a busy and challenging specialty but you would also be joining a friendly, dedicated team in Medical Genetics.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future
Details
Date posted
28 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,819 to £31,626 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
001-ACS238-0826
Job locations
Canolfan Iechyd Genomig Cymru
Cardiff Edge Business Park, Longwood Drive
Whitchurch, Cardiff
CF14 7YU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 2 A Levels (at least one a Science Subject), or BTEC equivalent, or Higher National Certificate in an applied biological science, or Foundation Degree / NVQ4
Desirable
- Relevant biological Science Degree
Experience
Essential
- Sufficient experience in a suitable laboratory environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in a diagnostic laboratory
Skills
Essential
- Good keyboard skills and computer literacy
- Excellent communication skills - both oral and written
Desirable
- General laboratory skills including pipetting and analyzer operation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 2 A Levels (at least one a Science Subject), or BTEC equivalent, or Higher National Certificate in an applied biological science, or Foundation Degree / NVQ4
Desirable
- Relevant biological Science Degree
Experience
Essential
- Sufficient experience in a suitable laboratory environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in a diagnostic laboratory
Skills
Essential
- Good keyboard skills and computer literacy
- Excellent communication skills - both oral and written
Desirable
- General laboratory skills including pipetting and analyzer operation
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address
Canolfan Iechyd Genomig Cymru
Cardiff Edge Business Park, Longwood Drive
Whitchurch, Cardiff
CF14 7YU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address
Canolfan Iechyd Genomig Cymru
Cardiff Edge Business Park, Longwood Drive
Whitchurch, Cardiff
CF14 7YU
United Kingdom