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Laboratory Support Worker

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1101681


De Montfort University (Leicester)


29/09/2025


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Not Applicable

Pay


£12.38


£1.93

Description

Role

Unitemps is a University-owned temporary staffing agency that operates in various universities, including De Montfort University (DMU). There are several benefits to working with Unitemps at DMU:

Networking Opportunities: Through Unitemps, you may have the chance to work with various departments and individuals at the university. This can help you expand your network and establish connections that may be valuable for your future career.

Professional Development: Many positions available through Unitemps may offer opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement. You can learn new skills and gain valuable knowledge while on the job.

Career Progression: Some temporary positions may lead to permanent employment within the university, giving you a potential pathway for long-term career advancement.

Contribution to the University Community: By working with Unitemps at DMU, you become a part of the university community and can contribute to its success and growth.

More information on the DMU Branch can be found HERE.

To be part of a team responsible for the provision of cleaning services in the teaching laboratories, clinical simulation suites and specialist teaching facilities managed by the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences. Maintaining a high standard of housekeeping within these areas under the supervision of the Senior Technician. The post holder will support other practice areas within the faculty when required.

The hours of work are 1.30-5.30pm daily from 29th September until 12th December

Interviews are likely to take place on 25/09/2025.

Duties and responsibilities

Washing (by both hand and machine) and drying of laboratory glassware and equipment.

  • Cleaning work surfaces and sinks within the laboratories, clinical simulation suites and specialist teaching facilities.
  • Returning glassware and equipment to designated sites and storage areas.
  • Operation of laboratory washing machines and drying cabinets following clearly defined Health & Safety instructions.
  • Assist with the removal of clinical and/ or other waste to designated areas, adhering to Health & Safety.
  • Other general housekeeping tasks.
  • Have a commitment to continuing professional development and to be proactive in developing as wide a range of skills as possible in order to meet the developing needs of the faculty.
  • Commitment to good laboratory and clinical standards, ensuring consistency across faculty spaces.
  • To support late finishing classes and exams (OSCEs) when necessary.
  • Support open day and outreach events.
  • Undertake First Aid training to in order to contribute to the faculty’s required First Aid and evacuation provision.
  • Perform any other duties commensurate with the job grade as reasonably required from time to time.
  • The post holder is required to minimize environmental impact in the performance of the role, seek to promote environmental sustainability within area of responsibility and actively contribute to the delivery of the DMU Environmental Policy.
  • Treat all DMU staff, students, contractors and visitors with dignity and respect. Provide a service that complies with the Equality Act 2010, eliminating unlawful discrimination, advancing equality of opportunity and fostering good relations with particular attention to the protected characteristics of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief (or none), sex and sexual orientation.

Skills and experience

Experience of and ability to work as part of a team to achieve common goals.

Able to handle delicate glassware and instruments safely.

Ability to work individually following clearly defined instructions.

Ability to effectively manage own time in order to deliver a high standard of technical service.

Effective communicator with people in various roles using a variety of methods

No known allergies relevant to the role (e.g., detergents etc.)

Willingness to undertake First Aid and or other training in order to contribute to the Faculty’s First Aid and evacuation provision

Location
De Montfort University

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