Mortuary Technician

Salary range: £44,685 -  £48,003 p.a. inc. London weighting
Contract: Secondment/Fixed term (initial term 6 months)
Hours of work: 36 hours per week     
Location: Brent, Harrow & Barnet Public Mortuary, Northwick Park Hospital
 

Help deliver a vital frontline service supporting HM Coroner and bereaved families.

Brent is one of the most diverse boroughs in the country, with communities, ideas and experiences from across the world helping to shape who we are. Working here means joining a council that is focused on fairness, open to new thinking and committed to improving life for local people.

 

Our values shape how we work and what people can expect from us. We collaborate proactively, lead inclusively, embrace change, are bold and curious, and celebrate and share our success. For people who care about public service and want their work to matter, Brent offers the chance to make a meaningful difference.          
 

Brent is one of the most diverse boroughs in the country, with communities, ideas and experiences from across the world helping to shape who we are. Working here means joining a council that is focused on fairness, open to new thinking and committed to improving life for local people.

 

We are seeking a dedicated Mortuary Technician (qualified Anatomical Pathology Technologist) to join our Public Mortuary Service on a fixed-term basis, helping to ensure the continued delivery of a sensitive, high-quality and statutory service.

Working as part of a small, highly professional team, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operation of the mortuary. Your responsibilities will include preparing the deceased for post-mortem examination, assisting Pathologists during examinations, and ensuring the highest standards of dignity, care and respect at all times.

You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate records, ensuring robust identification processes, and working in full compliance with Human Tissue Authority (HTA) standards and relevant health and safety requirements.

The role will involve working closely with colleagues, Coroner’s officers, funeral directors and, at times, bereaved families. You will also be expected to support service resilience through flexible working arrangements, including participation in rota/on-call arrangements where required.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute directly to a statutory service that supports the Coroner and partner boroughs, while making a meaningful difference during some of the most difficult times for residents.

We are looking for a professional, resilient and compassionate individual who can operate effectively in a regulated and emotionally demanding environment.

You will have:

•    Experience working within a mortuary
•    Practical experience assisting with post-mortem examinations
•    A relevant qualification in Anatomical Pathology Technology
•    A strong understanding of health and safety, infection control and professional standards within mortuary practice
•    Excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and follow strict procedures

You will also demonstrate:

•    The ability to remain calm, professional and respectful in sensitive situations
•    Strong interpersonal and communication skills when working with colleagues and stakeholders
•    A collaborative approach and willingness to support team resilience
•    Emotional resilience and awareness of the demands of working in a bereavement setting

Above all, you will share our commitment to delivering a service that upholds dignity, professionalism and the highest standards of care.

To arrange an informal discussion about this post, please email Julie.Longmate@brent.gov.uk 

Why join us?

We know people do their best work when they feel valued, supported and able to grow. At Brent, you will benefit from:

• 27 days’ annual leave, rising with length of service, plus bank holidays
• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• hybrid and flexible working options for most roles
• supportive family-friendly policies
• health and wellbeing support, including eye test support and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• financial wellbeing support, including education sessions, childcare deposit loans, and season ticket loans
• travel support, including affordable parking nearby, a Cycle to Work scheme, and onsite facilities
• learning and development opportunities to support your career
• access to My Brent Rewards with exclusive discounts on shopping, travel, leisure and entertainment

To learn more about our benefits, visit Our offer to you.

      
 

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects the people we serve. We welcome all applications from all sections of the community and encourage applicants to complete the diversity survey section of the application.          
 

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity, respect and fairness. We expect all employees to demonstrate a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and to promote inclusive, non-discriminatory practices in their work. This commitment forms part of our recruitment process, and candidates may be assessed on their understanding of and ability to contribute to an inclusive working environment.

 

The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas, who will use it to help prevent fraud and other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details on how your information will be used by Brent and Cifas, and your data protection rights can be found here.

 

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. This includes people with hidden disabilities, long term health conditions, diagnosis, and mental health conditions. We also guarantee an interview to care-experienced applicants who meet the essential criteria. Information shared for this purpose will be treated fairly and used only to confirm eligibility under these schemes.

 

If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact recruitment@brent.gov.uk.           
 

Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.

 

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