Senior Biomedical Scientist

NHS; Warrington; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Warrington is seeking an experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist for the role of Senior Biomedical Scientist. The position involves leading a laboratory section, supervising staff, and ensuring high-quality standards. Applicants should possess relevant qualifications and experience in a laboratory setting, with a commitment to patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team.
• Training and supervising Biomedical Science staff.
• Managing health & safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead the routine and special stains section of the laboratory.
• Act as the departmental Training Officer.
• Ensure compliance with operational procedures and guidelines.

Skills

Effective interpersonal and communication skills

Teamwork experience

Time management and prioritisation skills

Leadership and motivation skills

Education

Relevant MSc or equivalent experience

Tools

laboratory IT software

Job description

Job Summary

The friendly team at Warrington Cellular Pathology department is seeking an experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to join us as a Senior Biomedical Scientist.

This role involves leading a section within the laboratory and acting as the departmental Training Officer. The post includes day-to-day supervision of Biomedical Scientists and Support workers, with an expectation to uphold high standards of quality.

Note: This post may close early.

Applications are encouraged from candidates who meet the personal specification. Submissions that appear to be artificially generated may not be shortlisted.

Main Duties

• Lead the routine and special stains section of the laboratory, including digital pathology.
• Act as the departmental Training Officer, supporting staff with IBMS portfolios.
• Ensure compliance with standard operational procedures, Health & Safety policies, departmental and organisational guidelines, and good laboratory practices, including UKAS standards and other regulatory bodies such as H.T.A.

About Us

Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a compassionate, ambitious, and innovative organisation committed to excellent patient outcomes and a positive staff experience. We are part of the Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care system, serving a population of approximately 330,000 across Warrington and Halton.

Our hospitals offer a range of services across two main sites: Warrington Hospital, home to emergency, critical care, and maternity services, and Halton Hospital, focusing on elective procedures and urgent care. Many services are also available in community hubs.

Recognised as a CQC-rated 'good' organisation with 'outstanding' features, we aim to achieve university hospital status, having attained teaching hospital status in 2019. Our diverse workforce of nearly 5,000 staff members from over 50 nationalities is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, with ongoing efforts towards anti-racism accreditation.

Details

Date Posted: 16 May 2025

Pay Scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £46,148 to £52,809 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full-time

Reference Number: 370-HCS7PAT-1631

Location: Histopathology, Warrington Hospital, Lovely Lane, Warrington, WA5 1QG

Job Responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and personal specification for detailed information.

Person Specification

Experience (Essential)

• Experience leading a team
• Training and supervising Biomedical Science staff
• Managing health & safety
• Highly specialist knowledge at Specialist BMS level within the discipline

Experience (Desirable)

• Participation and preparation for UKAS inspections
• Service development and change implementation experience

Qualifications (Essential)

• HCPC Registration
• Relevant MSc or equivalent experience
• Ongoing CPD evidence

Qualifications (Desirable)

• Fellow Membership of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences
• Training qualification

Skills, Knowledge, and Competency (Essential)

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Teamwork experience
• Time management and prioritisation skills
• Proficiency with laboratory IT software
• Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information
• Flexibility in work approach
• Leadership and motivation skills

Skills, Knowledge, and Competency (Desirable)

• Interest in developing IT skills related to LIMS
• Experience with near-patient testing clinics

Mental Effort (Essential)

• Ability to concentrate intensely
• Calmness under pressure
• Handling frequent workflow interruptions

Additional Requirements

This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975; a DBS check will be required.

Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. Further details are available on the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Histopathology, Warrington Hospital, Lovely Lane, Warrington, WA5 1QG

Website: https://whh.nhs.uk