Lead Anatomical Pathological Technician
Northampton, England, United Kingdom Full-time Posted 2 weeks ago
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At West Northants Council, it’s about our people and the difference they make. As our Lead Anatomical Pathological Technician, you will play a vital leadership role within the County Mortuary, ensuring the highest standards of care, professionalism and compliance are upheld at all times. You’ll lead the delivery of post mortem services across adult, paediatric and forensic cases, while supporting the Coroners and Service Manager to maintain the mortuary’s Human Tissue Authority licence and regulatory standards. This is a unique opportunity to combine technical expertise with leadership, helping shape a service that supports our communities with dignity, compassion and excellence.
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You’ll lead the day-to-day operation of the County Mortuary, ensuring services are safe, compliant and delivered to the highest professional standards. Acting as the technical and compliance lead, you’ll oversee post mortem activity, maintain strict adherence to Human Tissue Authority and related regulations, and drive continuous improvement in quality and processes. You’ll manage and develop a skilled team, ensure effective training and resource planning, and work closely with partners including Coroners, police, NHS Trusts and funeral directors. Alongside this, you’ll play a key role in supporting bereaved families with care and respect, while ensuring every aspect of the service is handled with sensitivity, professionalism and attention to detail.
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You’re an experienced Anatomical Pathology Technician with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering high-quality, compassionate services. You bring extensive knowledge of mortuary practice, post mortem procedures and relevant legislation, along with experience working in a compliant, high-pressure environment. Confident leading teams and managing complex situations, you are both technically skilled and people-focused, able to support others while maintaining the highest standards. You communicate with empathy and professionalism, particularly when working with bereaved families and partners, and you’re committed to continuous improvement, safety and excellence in everything you do, reflecting our THRIVE values.
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At West Northants Council, it’s about our people and the difference they make. As our Lead Anatomical Pathological Technician, you will play a vital leadership role within the County Mortuary, ensuring the highest standards of care, professionalism and compliance are upheld at all times. You’ll lead the delivery of post mortem services across adult, paediatric and forensic cases, while supporting the Coroners and Service Manager to maintain the mortuary’s Human Tissue Authority licence and regulatory standards. This is a unique opportunity to combine technical expertise with leadership, helping shape a service that supports our communities with dignity, compassion and excellence.
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You’ll lead the day-to-day operation of the County Mortuary, ensuring services are safe, compliant and delivered to the highest professional standards. Acting as the technical and compliance lead, you’ll oversee post mortem activity, maintain strict adherence to Human Tissue Authority and related regulations, and drive continuous improvement in quality and processes. You’ll manage and develop a skilled team, ensure effective training and resource planning, and work closely with partners including Coroners, police, NHS Trusts and funeral directors. Alongside this, you’ll play a key role in supporting bereaved families with care and respect, while ensuring every aspect of the service is handled with sensitivity, professionalism and attention to detail.
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You’re an experienced Anatomical Pathology Technician with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering high-quality, compassionate services. You bring extensive knowledge of mortuary practice, post mortem procedures and relevant legislation, along with experience working in a compliant, high-pressure environment. Confident leading teams and managing complex situations, you are both technically skilled and people-focused, able to support others while maintaining the highest standards. You communicate with empathy and professionalism, particularly when working with bereaved families and partners, and you’re committed to continuous improvement, safety and excellence in everything you do, reflecting our THRIVE values.
