Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within Blood Sciences at Nottingham University Hospitals for an experienced and motivated HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist to take on the role of Haematology & Blood Transfusion Deputy Service Manager.
This senior leadership position supports the operational, clinical, and strategic delivery of high-quality Haematology and Blood Transfusion services across the Trust. The post holder will work closely with the Blood Sciences Service Manager to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant laboratory services that meet the needs of patients, clinicians, and regulatory bodies.
We are seeking a confident and forward-thinking leader with:
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Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
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Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
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The ability to lead through change in a complex healthcare environment
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A commitment to patient safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Working within Blood Sciences at Nottingham University Hospitals offers:
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A large, progressive, and well-equipped laboratory service
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Opportunities to influence strategic direction and service innovation
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A collaborative multidisciplinary environment
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Commitment to professional development and leadership growth
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Biomedical Scientist ready to step into a strategic leadership role within one of the largest acute teaching trusts in the UK.
Main duties of the job
The Deputy Service Manager will provide professional, operational, and managerial leadership across Haematology and Blood Transfusion, ensuring services are delivered in line with:
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HCPC standards of proficiency
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UKAS accreditation requirements (ISO 15189)
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MHRA and BSQR compliance for Blood Transfusion
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Trust governance and quality frameworks
You will deputise for the Blood Sciences Service Manager as required and play a key role in workforce planning, quality assurance, service development, financial management, and performance monitoring.
Please refer to the Job Description for further detail.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Haematology & Blood Transfusion Deputy Service Manager is responsible for the provision of the core Haematology and Blood Transfusion laboratory service of the Blood Sciences service at both main NUH sites (QMC and City Hospital).
Key Responsibilities are as follows:
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Provide day-to-day operational management of Haematology and Blood Transfusion services
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Lead and support a multidisciplinary team of Biomedical Scientists, Associate Practitioners, and support staff
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Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
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Drive quality improvement, audit, and service development initiatives
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Contribute to budget management, resource allocation, and cost improvement programmes
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Support recruitment, workforce planning, appraisal, and staff development
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Manage risk, incident investigation, and governance processes
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Lead on change management and service transformation projects
Please see the attached job description and personal specification for further information regarding the role. Discussions with the Blood Sciences Service Manager are also welcomed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Haematology & Blood Transfusion Deputy Service Manager is responsible for the provision of the core Haematology and Blood Transfusion laboratory service of the Blood Sciences service at both main NUH sites (QMC and City Hospital).
Key Responsibilities are as follows:
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Provide day-to-day operational management of Haematology and Blood Transfusion services
-
Lead and support a multidisciplinary team of Biomedical Scientists, Associate Practitioners, and support staff
-
Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
-
Drive quality improvement, audit, and service development initiatives
-
Contribute to budget management, resource allocation, and cost improvement programmes
-
Support recruitment, workforce planning, appraisal, and staff development
-
Manage risk, incident investigation, and governance processes
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Lead on change management and service transformation projects
Please see the attached job description and personal specification for further information regarding the role. Discussions with the Blood Sciences Service Manager are also welcomed.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- State Registered BMS (HCPC) with Fellowship of IBMS
- MSc Postgraduate Qualification (or equivalent)
- Evidence of higher specialist training in appropriate area, gained through short courses or distance learning
- Evidence of formal management training/recognised management qualification
- Demonstration of a commitment to continuing education and training
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in other specialisation
- Good working knowledge of specialist areas other than own and how this an be integrated to improve service
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing and leading a significant section within a service, with a significant number of line reports
- Significant experience of effectively managing day to day HR processes
- Able to demonstrate strong leadership ability and organisational skills
- Ability to undertake effective change management and planning
- Awareness of national and local Pathology and NHS agendas
- Up to date knowledge and experience of a wide range of laboratory processes
- Awareness of technological solutions and their application
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of financial management and budgetary control
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Able to provide and receive highly complex information
- Possess well-developed influencing and motivational skills
- Able to communicate effectively with staff at all levels
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Able to make judgements involving a range of highly complex facts or situations which require analysis, and interpretation of a range of options
Planning and Organisation Skills
Essential
- Able to carry out workforce planning for a section of the service
- Able to organise a broad range of programs pertaining to a section
- Able to develop strategies to meet objectives and workload demand
Physical Skills
Essential
Other role specific requirements
Essential
- Commitment and enthusiasm
- Prepared to work flexibly to meet deadlines
- Available and prepared to regularly work across all NUH sites
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- State Registered BMS (HCPC) with Fellowship of IBMS
- MSc Postgraduate Qualification (or equivalent)
- Evidence of higher specialist training in appropriate area, gained through short courses or distance learning
- Evidence of formal management training/recognised management qualification
- Demonstration of a commitment to continuing education and training
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in other specialisation
- Good working knowledge of specialist areas other than own and how this an be integrated to improve service
Experience
Essential
- Experience of managing and leading a significant section within a service, with a significant number of line reports
- Significant experience of effectively managing day to day HR processes
- Able to demonstrate strong leadership ability and organisational skills
- Ability to undertake effective change management and planning
- Awareness of national and local Pathology and NHS agendas
- Up to date knowledge and experience of a wide range of laboratory processes
- Awareness of technological solutions and their application
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of financial management and budgetary control
Communication and Relationship Skills
Essential
- Able to provide and receive highly complex information
- Possess well-developed influencing and motivational skills
- Able to communicate effectively with staff at all levels
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Able to make judgements involving a range of highly complex facts or situations which require analysis, and interpretation of a range of options
Planning and Organisation Skills
Essential
- Able to carry out workforce planning for a section of the service
- Able to organise a broad range of programs pertaining to a section
- Able to develop strategies to meet objectives and workload demand
Physical Skills
Essential
Other role specific requirements
Essential
- Commitment and enthusiasm
- Prepared to work flexibly to meet deadlines
- Available and prepared to regularly work across all NUH sites
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.
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.
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).