Senior Biomedical Scientist in Haematology (Qualified)

East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust; Margate; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health provider is seeking a dedicated Senior Biomedical Scientist in Haematology to manage the Blood Sciences laboratory at their Margate facility. This full-time position entails overseeing laboratory operations, training staff, and ensuring compliance with high standards. Ideal candidates will have significant Haematology expertise, proven leadership abilities, and necessary HCPC registration. The role includes benefits such as childcare support and generous annual leave, along with career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Car lease scheme

On-site childcare

Generous annual leave

High street discounts

Staff support service

Qualifications

• Experience managing staff and laboratory resources in Haematology.
• Proficiency in blood film morphology and coagulation.
• Ability to implement service developments.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Haematology laboratory, reporting to the Chief BMS.
• Train staff in all aspects of Haematology.
• Participate in the continuous processing pattern 24/7.

Skills

Effective leadership skills

Significant Haematology knowledge

Good management of staff

Excellent communication

Education

HCPC registration

IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Haematology

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated, focused and enthusiastic Biomedical Scientist (BMS) to join the team at our Blood Sciences laboratory at the Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital, Margate. This role is the Senior Biomedical Scientist in Haematology (Band 7), full-time, permanent and substantive. You will be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary blood science team that provides 24/7 specialist and acute services to the patients of East Kent.

Responsibilities

• Day‑to‑day management of the Haematology laboratory, reporting to the Chief BMS.
• Ability to train in all aspects of Haematology, including coagulation and blood film morphology.
• Participation in the multi‑disciplinary continuous processing pattern (CPP) 24‑7‑365, including nights, weekends and bank holidays; system fully WTD compliant.
• Demonstrate achievement of targets, implement service developments and service transformation initiatives, maintain high attention to detail and provide excellent communication.

Qualifications and Experience

• Effective leadership skills, significant Haematology knowledge and experience.
• Good track record of managing staff and laboratory resources.
• HCPC registered and hold an IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Haematology (options and further details in the full Job Description).

Additional Information

• UKAS ISO 15189: 2022 accredited. The department has a strong training ethos linked to career development and progression.
• Designated base at QEQM Margate Hospital; may be asked to work at an alternative site if service needs dictate.
• KMPN partnership offers opportunities for further career growth within the network and collaborative working.

Benefits

• Car lease scheme
• On‑site childcare
• Generous annual leave in line with NHS terms and conditions
• High street and public transport discounts
• 24/7 staff support service

Application

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in ‘supporting documents’. If you have further queries, please do not hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below. Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used, the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications for declared disability.

Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare it on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. The Trust is only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for BMS roles Band 6 and above.

This advert closes on Tuesday 16 Dec 2025.