Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Haematology/Blood Transfusion

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist, where you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of pathology services. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment focused on continuous improvement and collaboration across multiple hospital sites. You will be part of a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality service and supporting clinical needs. If you are a proactive and driven professional with a passion for biomedical science, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.

Qualifications

• MSc. in Biomedical Science or equivalent qualification required.
• Must be registered with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist.

Responsibilities

• Promote continuous improvement in service delivery in Haematology.
• Work collaboratively across the Pathology Partnership.

Skills

Biomedical Science

Quality Management Techniques

Data Analysis

Effective Communication

Education

MSc. Biomedical Science

IBMS Special Examination (Fellowship)

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen in Haematology & Blood Transfusion within the NHS East

and South East London Pathology Partnership (ESEL). We are a new organisation, jointly

owned by Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. Set up as an arms-length organisation, hosted by

Barts Health NHS Trust, we have our own board and governance framework, with each of

the three trusts having an equal voice and vote in the running of the Pathology Partnership.

One of the largest pathology providers in the NHS, the Pathology Partnership brings

together the strengths of teams from each of the three trusts into a single organisation,

dedicated to the provision of high quality and cost-effective pathology services.

A complex transformation programme has commenced to develop a single, integrated

pathology network between 7 hospital laboratories. The aspired 'hub and spoke' operating

model is centred at The Royal London Hospital (RLH); a busy major trauma centre which

hosts the London Air Ambulance, and connects to essential service laboratories supporting

various clinical specialities at our partnered hospital sites.

**Previous applicants need not apply**

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a driven, proactive and dynamic team member to join our team as a Band 7

Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist. This role will promote the continuous improvement in

service delivery and quality within all areas of Haematology and Transfusion at the Newham University Hospital site (NUH) at Barts Health, whilst also working in collaboration with all

sites across the Pathology Partnership.

The successful candidate is expected to work initially at Newham University Hospital site but

as the ESEL Pathology Partnership evolves, the primary location of work may be subject to

change reflecting service demand.

We are looking for a strong team player with a positive attitude to working in a flexible

manner, committed to supporting the clinical services of the Trust and meeting the needs of

our patients by participating in an Agenda for Change shift system.

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 WeCare 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.

Details Date posted

09 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£51,883 to £58,544 a year Per annum inc

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

259-7064990ESEL-A

Job locations

Newham University Hospital

London

E13 8SL

Job description Job responsibilities

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. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

The successful candidateMUST be registered with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist

AND have a MSc. Biomedical Science or IBMS Special Examination (Fellowship).

Compliance to these criteria is mandatory and must be clearly recorded on application.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking and innovative organisation to

deliver a high quality service for one of the largest networked laboratories within the NHS.

Please note: When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included for non-medical roles. This ensures fairness and consistency within our organisation, as some of our sites fall under inner HCAS, while others are classified as outer HCAS.

If you require further information or would like to arrange an informal visit please contact:

Mr Gareth Heywood-Beldon, Operational Lead via Telephone on 0207 363 8068 or email [e-mail]

Please note: - All staff identified as AT-RISK who meet the requirements of the post will be prioritised accordingly. Priority will initially be given to Barts Health employees. This does not apply to Comprehensive Local Research Network (CLRN) roles.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. To demonstrate our commitment we use the disability symbols on NHS Jobs.We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications has been received and we regret that we are unable to provide notification if your application is unsuccessful. All new appointments (excluding all Medical & Dental doctors) are subject to 6 months probation period.In submitting an application form, you authorise Barts Health to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Electronic Staff Record Inter Authority Transfer process should you be appointed to the post.All vacancies followed by INTERNAL ONLY, have been classified as an internal role and only internal candidates will be considered. If you are successful at the shortlisting stage we will contact you via NHS Jobs e-Mail and text message with details of your interview. Please continue to check your e-Mails and also your NHS Jobs account for correspondence.Barts Health is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and to child protection. The Trust aims to ensure as far as is possible that anyone, paid or unpaid, who seeks to work in our organisation and who gains access to children, is safe to do so.

Job description Job responsibilities

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. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

The successful candidateMUST be registered with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist

AND have a MSc. Biomedical Science or IBMS Special Examination (Fellowship).

Compliance to these criteria is mandatory and must be clearly recorded on application.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking and innovative organisation to

deliver a high quality service for one of the largest networked laboratories within the NHS.

Please note: When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included for non-medical roles. This ensures fairness and consistency within our organisation, as some of our sites fall under inner HCAS, while others are classified as outer HCAS.

If you require further information or would like to arrange an informal visit please contact:

Mr Gareth Heywood-Beldon, Operational Lead via Telephone on 0207 363 8068 or email [e-mail]

Please note: - All staff identified as AT-RISK who meet the requirements of the post will be prioritised accordingly. Priority will initially be given to Barts Health employees. This does not apply to Comprehensive Local Research Network (CLRN) roles.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. To demonstrate our commitment we use the disability symbols on NHS Jobs.We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications has been received and we regret that we are unable to provide notification if your application is unsuccessful. All new appointments (excluding all Medical & Dental doctors) are subject to 6 months probation period.In submitting an application form, you authorise Barts Health to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Electronic Staff Record Inter Authority Transfer process should you be appointed to the post.All vacancies followed by INTERNAL ONLY, have been classified as an internal role and only internal candidates will be considered. If you are successful at the shortlisting stage we will contact you via NHS Jobs e-Mail and text message with details of your interview. Please continue to check your e-Mails and also your NHS Jobs account for correspondence.Barts Health is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and to child protection. The Trust aims to ensure as far as is possible that anyone, paid or unpaid, who seeks to work in our organisation and who gains access to children, is safe to do so.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• MSc. Biomedical Science or IBMS Special Examination (Fellowship
• Holder of the IBMS Certificate of Competence, Registration Portfolio
• Registration with the Health Care Professions Council
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

• Management/ Quality training
• Knowledge of higher specialist but relevant area

Experience Essential

• At least 5 years post HCPC registration in diagnostic Haematology & Blood Transfusion

Desirable

• Experience of effectively managing staff
• Experience of teaching staff

Knowledge Essential

• Advanced scientific knowledge for relevant discipline
• Detailed understanding of UKAS, Quality Management Systems
• Good understanding of Health & Safety Legislation
• Good understanding of Governance Requirements
• Detailed knowledge of MHRA legislation

Desirable

• Advanced QPulse user
• BBTS Specialist Certificate in Transfusion science practice

Skills Essential

• Competent in quality management techniques
• Basic computer literacy
• able to communicate effectively with staff
• Ability to analyse, interpret and present data/results/concepts

Desirable

• Good keyboard skills

Other Essential

• Reliable, responsible person
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Able to perform required duties with any appropriate aids or adaptations
• Respects confidentiality
• Hold no reservations in handling human body fluids, tissue, organs, or infected material in accordance with Health & Safety policies.
• The post holder must be willing to have appropriate vaccinations

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• MSc. Biomedical Science or IBMS Special Examination (Fellowship
• Holder of the IBMS Certificate of Competence, Registration Portfolio
• Registration with the Health Care Professions Council
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

• Management/ Quality training
• Knowledge of higher specialist but relevant area

Experience Essential

• At least 5 years post HCPC registration in diagnostic Haematology & Blood Transfusion

Desirable

• Experience of effectively managing staff
• Experience of teaching staff

Knowledge Essential

• Advanced scientific knowledge for relevant discipline
• Detailed understanding of UKAS, Quality Management Systems
• Good understanding of Health & Safety Legislation
• Good understanding of Governance Requirements
• Detailed knowledge of MHRA legislation

Desirable

• Advanced QPulse user
• BBTS Specialist Certificate in Transfusion science practice

Skills Essential

• Competent in quality management techniques
• Basic computer literacy
• able to communicate effectively with staff
• Ability to analyse, interpret and present data/results/concepts

Desirable

• Good keyboard skills

Other Essential

• Reliable, responsible person
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Able to perform required duties with any appropriate aids or adaptations
• Respects confidentiality
• Hold no reservations in handling human body fluids, tissue, organs, or infected material in accordance with Health & Safety policies.
• The post holder must be willing to have appropriate vaccinations

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Newham University Hospital

London

E13 8SL

Employer's website

https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Newham University Hospital

London

E13 8SL

Employer's website

https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)