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Coroners and The County Mortuary Service Manager

Northamptonshire Council

West Northamptonshire Council is proud to launch a new, purpose-built County Mortuary, opening early 2026.  Designed to deliver the highest standards of care and compassion during some of life’s most difficult moments, the facility will serve communities across Northamptonshire and surrounding areas. This modern facility offers dignified spaces for families, including private viewing and identification areas, ensuring a respectful and supportive experience for those dealing with the loss of a loved one.

Bringing key services under one roof, the facility simplifies processes, reduces delays, and improves efficiency for families, funeral directors, healthcare professionals, and other essential services. It also features advanced post-mortem capabilities, including a CT scanner for remote examination, setting a new standard in service delivery.

What will you be doing?
In this pivotal role, you will oversee both the Coroners Service and the County Mortuary, ensuring they operate to the highest professional and regulatory standards. You’ll lead a multidisciplinary team, manage complex service operations, and act as the Designated Individual under the Human Tissue Authority.

You’ll be responsible for ensuring compassionate care for bereaved families, while also driving service improvements, regulatory compliance, and emergency preparedness. Working closely with partners such as the NHS, Police, and Funeral Directors, you’ll help shape a service that is both efficient and empathetic.

Anatomical Pathology Technologist

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

To provide a professional, proactive and sensitive service to bereaved relatives, whilst ensuring the Trust’s statutory obligations are fulfilled.  To take part in continuously review practice and develop policies which incorporate national guidance and Human Tissue Authority Legislation.  To work closely with other key professionals both within and outside the Trust in order to meet individual needs.  To promote an awareness of bereavement issue within a multi faith, multi-cultural environment.

The post holder will work in parallel with the Bereavement Services and work alongside the other pathology departments to provide a service. There will be interaction and occasional cross site working with the sister service at the Princess Royal Site.

Anatomical Pathology Technologist

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

You will work as a qualified Entry Level Anatomical Pathology Technologist in the Trust Mortuary Services.  You will be based at Conquest Hospital mortuary but will be expected to rotate between Conquest and Eastbourne Mortuary Departments. You  will be proficient in the use of Mortuary and Post-mortem equipment, be competent in evisceration techniques, ensuring Standard Operating Procedures are followed, Quality Control and Quality Assurance is performed.  Adhere to HTA guidance and other governing bodies. How to apply

Deputy Head of Mortuary and Anatomical Pathology Technologist

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Deputy Head of Mortuary & APT to assist the Mortuary Manager in the delivery of safe, dignified, and efficient mortuary services within our NHS Trust. You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the mortuary, you will oversee a team of skilled staff, providing leadership, training, and support to maintain the highest standards of care for the deceased and their families. You will liaise closely with bereavement & medical examiners services, coroners, funeral directors, and external agencies to ensure smooth processes and sensitive communication. The role requires an experienced, enthusiastic training officer who is passionate about the profession.

Deputy Mortuary Manager (fixed term 12 months)

Weston General Hospital

An exciting job opportunity has arisen at UHBW Mortuary services. We are looking for a Qualified Anatomical Pathology Technician Level 4 or Diploma to take the position of Deputy Mortuary Manager based at Weston covering sites for Adult and Children’s Mortuaries at Bristol.

The post holder will Deputise for the Mortuary Manager and be responsible for the Mortuary sites in their absence. The successful candidate must have a sound knowledge of Human Tissue Authority Regulations provide a safe, secure, effective, and comprehensive service to meet the needs of the hospital and ensure that deceased patients and their families are always treated with dignity and respect.

This post will be based at Weston General Hospital, but the successful candidate will be expected to work cross sites (Bristol) when needed. See Job Description for details of main duties and responsibilities.