Higher Healthcare Technical Officer (HHTO) in Tooting inTooting PUBLISHED WED 12 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section

Make a direct, hands-on contribution to patient care as a Higher Healthcare Technical Officer (HHTO) with NHS Blood and Transplant at the Cranmer Terrace Blood Centre in Tooting (SW17). You will process, test, store and prepare blood and blood products for hospital issue, handling blood bags and specialised equipment and performing precise, routine and non‑routine laboratory tasks. The role includes supporting and training less experienced staff, regular manual handling of items up to 13kg (with training and mechanical aids where available), and a selection visit to the Blood Centre so you can see the work first‑hand. Hours are Sunday to Thursday, 14:00–22:00, on a permanent full‑time basis; the role is Band 3, paying £24,937 to £26,598 per annum plus High Cost Area Supplement.

This role suits practical, organised people with attention to detail — particularly women and carers looking for meaningful work with clear hours and strong support. NHSBT offers an extensive induction, ongoing development through the Thrive learning programme, flexible working where the role allows, 27 days annual leave (pro rata) rising to 29 and then 33 days with service, and membership of the NHS Pension Scheme. You’ll need a Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience in manufacturing, logistics or supply chain), basic IT skills and a willingness to undertake further training. For a clear, mobile‑friendly application process click the “Apply Now” button alongside this advert — you can also find this vacancy on jobsincare.com for further information.