Bsps Network Training And Development Manager

Frimley Health Nhs Foundation Trust; Burgh Heath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Network Training and Development Manager - Histopathology to lead education, training and competency frameworks across the Blood Sciences and Pathology Network. This pivotal role supports the ongoing improvement journey and ensures high-quality patient care through workforce development and strategic education initiatives.

The post requires UK registration, substantial post-qualification experience, and a track record of designing and delivering

Qualifications

• FIBMS eligibility and HCPC registration required.
• MSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent is essential.
• HCPC registration as Biomedical Scientist is required for practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of education, training and competency frameworks across the network.
• Ensure workforce development plans meet current and future service demands and regulatory standards.
• Establish sustainable training pipelines and support PDPs and succession planning.

Skills

FIBMS

HCPC registration

CSci (Desirable)

Education

MSc Biomedical Science or equivalent

HCPC registration as Biomedical Scientist

Job description

Closing date: 02 August 2026

Job Summary

We are delighted to offer an exciting new opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced leader to join our Blood Sciences and Pathology Network as a Network Training and Development Manager - Histopathology.

This pivotal leadership role comes at a significant point in the evolution of our service.

Over the past two years, the network has undergone a major transformation, achieving substantial improvements in performance.

Our original authorisation rate against the 10-day target has increased from 23% to 73%, demonstrating the success of our improvement journey.

We are now seeking an exceptional individual to help sustain and accelerate this positive trajectory through the implementation of a refreshed approach and new operating model.

Working closely with both the operational leadership team and the transformation programme team, the post holder will play a key role in shaping the future direction of the service and embedding long-term improvements across the network.

Main duties of the job

We are incredibly proud of our Digital Histopathology programme, which has transformed the way we work by creating a digitally enabled service that supports modern pathology practice.

This investment has strengthened consultant networking and reporting capabilities, improved turnaround times, and enhanced collaboration across the service.

In addition, NHS England funding has supported the introduction of automation and modern histopathology equipment, providing ready-to-use technology that supports robust verification and validation processes.

These developments are fundamental to maintaining the highest standards of quality, governance, and workforce development.

About us

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme.

We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.

Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.

We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.

Details

Date posted: 24 July 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 8a

Salary: £59,798 to £67,020 a year per annum incl HCAS

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 151-HW403

Job locations: Frimley Park Hospital, Portsmouth Road, Frimley, GU16 7UJ, United Kingdom

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Job responsibilities

• As Network Training and Development Manager, you will lead the strategic development of education, training, and competency frameworks across the network.
• You will ensure that workforce development plans support current and future service demands while maintaining compliance with UKAS accreditation standards and regulatory requirements.
• The role will be instrumental in establishing sustainable training pipelines, supporting succession planning, and ensuring that staff have access to the learning and development opportunities required to deliver high-quality patient care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• FIBMS
• Relevant MSc (preferably Biomedical Science) Or equivalent
• Registration with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist

Desirable

• Chartered Scientist status (CSci)
• NVQ Assessor

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 5 years post registration experience as a BMS
• Experience of training in technical and scientific areas of practice

Desirable

• Experienced IBMS Portfolio Assessor
• Experience in research projects at postgraduate level
• Experience of appraisal/IPR process and development of PDPs

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Trust vision, values and strategic objectives
• Broad knowledge of pathology specialisms, including terminology in use, diseases, etc
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations, COSHH, HPC requirements, A4C KSF process, laboratory accreditation standards and quality issues

Desirable

• Proven ability to design, deliver and assess effective programmes of learning for students and post- graduate learners

Special Requirements

Essential

• Able to travel between all Trust sites.
• Willingness to work across sites.
• Flexible attitude to working hours/pattern.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name: Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Frimley Park Hospital, Portsmouth Road, Frimley, GU16 7UJ, United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

BSPS General Manager

Stuart Bowie

[e-mail]

03006141082