Biomedical Scientist - Haematology (Registered/Specialist)
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Sheffield, S5 7AUView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£28,392 to £48,117
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
15 November 2026
3 days leftJob description
- ** THIS VACANCY MAY BE CLOSED EARLY DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED *** There is an exciting opportunity for a Biomedical Scientists ...
Applicants must possess an IBMS accredited degree in Biomedical Sciences, ideally with relevant experience in Haematology, and hold current registration with the HCPC (Band 5/Band 6 BMS). If applying for a Band 6 role, candidates will have completed the IBMS specialist portfolio in Haematology or be ready for assessment.
Ensure all tests are performed efficiently within the assigned time and in accordance with established protocols to the required standards.
Assist in maintaining high scientific and technical standards.
Maintain complex pieces of laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results are produced for patients.
To be accountable for own professional actions and work for long periods of time without direct supervision.
Assist in monitoring quality standards, perform audit as directed in line with service needs.
Please also note this vacancy is banded dependent upon applicants experience relevant to this post. The banding of the successful applicant/s will start at Band 4 (no portfolio), Band 5 (registered BMS) unless applicants meet the necessary threshold of skills and experience required to start on Band 6 (specialist BMS). Please note, holding an MSc does not replace the need for a specialist portfolio for band 6 progression.
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
The South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Pathology Partnership are invested in training, developing, and supporting staff in all aspects including academic courses from certificates of achievement, registration, specialist and higher specialist IBMS portfolios, apprenticeships and leadership and management qualifications.
We pride ourselves in enabling opportunity across all our sites to develop staff and provide a strong and sustained service for the future.
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- (Band 4, 5 & 6) IBMS accredited BSC in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
- (Band 5 & 6) Registered with HCPC as a Biomedical scientist
- (Band 5) Completion of IBMS post graduate registration portfolio or equivalent
- (Band 4, 5 & 6) Commitment to complete and maintain Mandatory training and required laboratory competencies
- (Band 4&5) Commitment to complete the relevant Specialist BMS IBMS portfolio
- (Band 6) IBMS Specialist Diploma in a relevant specialist subject
- (Band 6) Commitment to continuous professional development required to maintain HCPC registration
Desirable: - (Band 4, 5 & 6 ) Evidence of continued CPD including relevant courses with regards to H&S, leadership, quality or training
Experience
Essential
- (Band 4, 5 & 6) Experience with a range of laboratory techniques
- (Band 6) Detailed understanding of job content
- (Band 6) Ability to work with other colleagues to improve and develop working practices
- (Band 6) Discipline specific NHS experience in a UKAS accredited laboratory (Microbiology/Virology/Histopathology/ Bood sciences * laboratory)
- (Band 6) Multi - disciplinary awareness
- (Band 6) Experience with a wide range of laboratory techniques in use across Blood sciences
- (Band 6) Experience in the implementation of new methodologies and /or equipment
- (Band 6) Experience with the UKAS accreditation process
- (Band 6) Experience in demonstrating leadership qualities
- (Band 6) Experience working within a laboratory providing local, regional or national tertiary reference facilities
Desirable
- (Band 4 & 5) Discipline specific NHS laboratory experience
- (Band 4 & 5) Multi - disciplinary awareness
- (Band 5) Experience in demonstrating leadership qualities
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- (Band 4, 5 & 6) Keyboard and basic IT skills
- (Band 4, 5 & 6) Have an awareness of Health & Safety issues
- (Band 4, 5 & 6) Can communicate effectively with staff of all grades
- (Band 6) Evidence of effective time management skills and with a methodical approach
- (Band 6) Able to follow and work to SOP and Policy
- (Band 6) Ability to work individually and part of a team.
- (Band 6) Maintains composure in pressurised situations
- (Band 6) Ability to plan and prioritise allocated work
Personal Qualities
Essential
- (Band 6) Understand and follow clear instructions.
- (Band 6) Participation in weekend and evening work and out of hours shifts as required. This includes participation in a 24/7 shift pattern.
How to apply
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Provenance
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First seen
4 November 2026
Last checked
5 November 2026
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