Senior Biomedical scientist: Training Officer Cellular Pathology

Job summary

Grade (Band 7) Speciality Main area UHL Pathology - Histology. Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Join our friendly and professional team at University Hospital Lewisham (UHL), Lewisham.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership (ESEL) Cellular Pathology Department. We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Biomedical Scientist with strong organisational skills, a passion for training, and a commitment to meeting the needs of our patients to support our busy histopathology team. The successful candidate will be primarily based at University Hospital Lewisham but may be expected to cover and support other ESEL sites depending on service demand. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the laboratory sections, training of staff, and will take direction from supporting Operational Leads in transforming the delivery of services. We invite applications from enthusiastic candidates who have completed a relevant MSc or IBMS Special Examination (Fellowship) and who are interested in opportunities for progression and development within our organisation.

Main duties of the job

University Hospital London is easily accessible by public transport and benefits from strong bus and train links to southeast and central London. As part of Barts Health NHS Trust, you will also be working within a leading pathology network with excellent career progression opportunities.

The department processes in the region of 14,100 surgical specimens per annum from a range of clinical specialities. Applications are welcomed from candidates with suitable experience. In return, we offer an excellent work environment; the department is fully computerised, and UKCAS 15189:2012 accredited.

The successful candidate will be primarily based at UHL but may occasionally support other ESEL sites depending on service needs. The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required.

Key responsibilities include:

1. To take operational responsibility for a section of the laboratory as required.
2. To collaborate in the development and evaluation of new equipment, protocols, and testing procedures. This will include leading the development and production of revised or new standing operational procedures.
3. In partnership with Training Officers in other Pathology departments and with the laboratory service manager, to produce and maintain the current Training Programme.

About us

The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.

The Pathology Partnership is based on well-established models for pathology networks, with the Royal London Hospital becoming the main hub laboratory for the network and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at all other Hospital sites.

Pathology is made up of the following services - Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry; Infectious Diseases including Microbiology and Virology; Cellular Pathology including Histopathology, non-gynae Cytology and mortuary services; Immunology; Cytogenetics and Molecular Haematology; Immunophenotyping; Clinical Transplantation and Retinoblastoma.

The 2020/21 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £126m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 822 WTE. We strive to live by our We Care values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Date posted: 24 April 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £54,320 to £60,981 a year Per annum inc

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 259-7168447ESEL

Job locations: University Hospital Lewisham, London, SE13 6LH

Job description Job responsibilities

To be responsible for overseeing the training, mentoring and preparation of Trainee BMS staff for State Registration assessment. In partnership with the laboratory service manager, to address any training issues and requirements, and to ensure that departmental training complies with current and future professional, Trust and national standards.

We offer structured development pathways for experienced medical secretaries, offering salary progression based on NHS or equivalent experience, ensuring fair recognition of your expertise.

Interested? Apply now and be part of a dynamic and supportive team.

For more information, please contact: Felix Onyango, LGT Cellular Pathology Operational Lead, F.onyango@nhs.net | 0208 333 3029

Priority consideration will be given to staff identified as AT-RISK who meet the role requirements.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we actively support applications from individuals who apply under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme and will process your application as appropriate.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and use the disability symbol on NHS Jobs to demonstrate this.

PLEASE NOTE: this vacancy has been inserted with a maximum number of applicants cap and may close earlier than advertised if reached.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received and we regret that we are unable to provide notification if your application is unsuccessful.

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