Biomedical Scientist (Band 5/6) Microbiology

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board; Llantrisant; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is recruiting a Biomedical Scientist (Band 5/6) for Microbiology at Royal Glamorgan Hospital. The role involves analysing clinical specimens, validating results, and communicating significant findings.

You will work within a small Microbiology team and participate in a 24/7 on-call rota with enhanced Agenda for Change pay. Applicants may be Band 5 or Band 6 depending on qualifications, with potential progression through Annex 21 to Band 6 following

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with UK NHS Microbiology experience.
• Accredited degree in Biomedical Science and HCPC registration are required.
• Familiarity with TrakCare LIMS and quality management is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret clinical specimens and validate results.
• Communicate significant findings appropriately to the team.
• Prioritise and manage own workload and contribute to department efficiency.
• Participate in the 24/7 service with 12-hour shifts and on-call arrangements.

Skills

Post-registration NHS Microbiology

Attention to detail

Workload prioritisation

Autonomous work

Team collaboration

Shift work

LIMS familiarity

Education

Accredited degree in Biomedical Science

HCPC registered

Tools

TrakCare Lab Enterprise (LIMS)

Job description

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Biomedical Scientist (Band 5/6) Microbiology

The closing date is 18 November 2026

Are you an enthusiastic, motivated, qualified, HCPC registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist? Would you like to join our small, friendly Microbiology team at CTM UHB to help provide a high quality service to the Royal Glamorgan and Prince Charles Hospitals? If so, this is the ideal opportunity for you!

We are a small, close-knit team with a strong emphasis on working together and supporting one another. We value an inclusive working environment where staff are encouraged to develop their skills, share their knowledge and contribute to the continued development of the service.

Ideally we are looking for an experienced band 6 specialist Biomedical Scientist however either a HCPC registered band 5 Biomedical Scientist applicant who has not yet completed the Specialist Portfolio (Band 6 Annex 21 will apply) or a Biomedical Scientist with an IBMS with accredited Degree, who meets the criteria of the Band 5 Job Description and Person Specification (Band 5 or band 5 Annex 21 will apply) may be considered. A band 5 candidate would be supported through a structured training and competency programme to progress to a band 6 role. Applicants are encouraged to contact us to discuss these various opportunities in more detail.

Main duties of the job

You will use your specialist knowledge and technical skills to analyse and interpret clinical specimens, validate and authorise results within your scope of practice and ensure that significant or unexpected findings are communicated appropriately.

You will be expected to prioritise and manage your own workload effectively, work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the smooth running of the department.

Following appropriate training and competency assessment you will participate in our 24/7 service (roster includes 12 hour shifts and overnight on-call Monday to Sunday including bank holidays) for which appropriate Agenda for Change enhancements are paid.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

We listen, learn, and improve

We treat everyone with respect

We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Job responsibilities

This is a full time post based at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital. Following appropriate training and competency assessment you will participate in our 24/7 service (roster includes 12 hour shifts and overnight on-call Monday to Sunday including bank holidays) for which appropriate Agenda for Change enhancements are paid

Unfortunately, due to high numbers of applicants and anonymised applications we will not be able to provide feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted.

Annex 21

To undertake an up to 24 month training programme under Annex 21 to obtain the IBMS Specialist Diploma and work experience. This will enable the post holder to then undertake all duties and responsibilities as identified within this Specialist Biomedical Scientist job description. During the training period, the post holder will be paid at 70% of the top pay step of Band 6 (for Months 1 12), and 75% of the top pay step of Band 6 (for Months 13-24) in accordance with Annex 21 of the Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions. Upon successful completion of the IBMS Specialist Diploma, even if sooner than the 24 month allocated timeframe, the post holder will automatically move to the bottom pay step of Band 6 as they will meet the full outline of this role, and therefore be expected to undertake all duties within this Job Description.

Note : There will be some circumstances where current staff apply for these posts under Category (iii), and their new trainee salary will be below that of their current salary. To aid both the recruitment and development of staff it is recommended that staff across NHS Wales should have continuity of pay for the duration of the training to avoid financial detriment. This should apply when staff take up training posts both within and across NHS Wales organisations. Following this training, the remuneration will be the bottom of the Band, again without financial detriment.

Person Specification

Education and knowledge

• Accredited degree in Biomedical Science
• HCPC registered
• Knowledge if UKAS accreditation and quality management

Experience

• Post registration NHS Clinical Microbiology laboratory experience
• Ability to maintain concentration during complex tasks with good attention to detail
• Participate in shifts rota, including out of hours (working autonomously)
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Familiar with TrakCare Lab Enterprise (LIMS)

Personal attributes

• Flexible approach to service needs
• Able to work as part of a team and autonomously

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

£32,557 to £48,841 a yearper annum pro rata