The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Lead Biomedical Scientist (Haematology)

The closing date is 01 July 2025

Job summary

The post holder will provide the highest source of scientific technical expertise in their laboratory discipline, applying this to the smooth running of the department's sections and in the education and training of all staff.

Providing professional leadership and operational management support to the Pathology Centre Manager, the post holder is accountable for the delivery of a range of services within the Pathology Centre, ensuring efficient and effective management of all resources in order to deliver a safe, high quality and effective service, in an environment of continuous improvement.

The post holder's role includes the effective management of staff (including recruitment, appraisal, training compliance, performance and absence management).

The post holder is accountable for service delivery, ensuring compliance with Regulatory bodies. In addition, responsible for the provision of a high-quality laboratory service, maintaining accreditation with UKAS.

The post holder is also the nominated site manager for the PRH Laboratory, and the Pathology Training Lead.

Main duties of the job

To plan and organise complex activities or programmes requiring formulation and adjustment.
Plans complex staff rotas and workforce planning
Organises a specialist discipline, including workload and staff
Plans for introduction of new methods of working
To have overall responsibility for the effective management of the service delivery in the Pathology department in the area of responsibility.
To take overall responsibility for the efficient and effective management of all available resources within the Pathology service delivery areas.
To ensure appropriate systems and work processes and protocols are in place to enable the delivery of high quality, safe services in line with contemporary evidence-based practice and within available resources
To analyse and interpret a range of complex information in order to understand the clinical and financial performance of the area of responsibility and to prepare and present options for improvement.
To deputise for the Pathology Centre Manager and / or Scientific Lead, as required.
Overseeing and monitoring the evaluation of new equipment, techniques and research; advising and overseeing its introduction.
Attending departmental meetings as appropriate, providing input into discussions and act as Chair where required.

About us

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together.

The successful applicant will be working closely with other members of the Pathology leadership team, across our hospital sites, to deliver a high quality, patient-focused service.

This role requires values-based leadership of a large team of Biomedical Scientists, Support Staff, and Admin team. The individual will also be a key contributor to the overall operational, workforce, and finance performance and strategy of the department, working closely with our other Pathology leaders and wider colleagues.

The post holder is also the nominated site manager for the PRH Laboratory, and the Pathology Training Lead.

If you are looking for new opportunities and challenges in a management role then this post could be for you.

Date posted

17 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£55,690 to £62,682 a year pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-LBS-420

Job locations

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

oBSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences, or equivalent.
oEvidence of professional management development
oCurrent HCPC Registration (Scientist
oProfessional knowledge acquired through degree, post graduate study and significant experience in specialist field to masters level or equivalent

Desirable

oManagement Qualification.

Knowledge, Behaviours and Experience

Essential

oSignificant experience of working at a management / leadership or professional level within Pathology.
oSignificant experience of managing clinical teams
oEvidence of successful management of clinical services
oExperience of business strategy and planning

Skills

Essential

oUp-to-date knowledge of UKAS, HTA, MHRA, and HPA Standards and their application within the area of expertise
oStrong leadership skills
oAbility to manage a range of staff
oAbility to manage a budget

Specific Job Requirements

Essential

oAbility to travel across the health community as required
Training experience / evidence of training staff

Desirable

oAbility to fulfil the requirements of the Trust's on-call rota

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

oBSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences, or equivalent.
oEvidence of professional management development
oCurrent HCPC Registration (Scientist
oProfessional knowledge acquired through degree, post graduate study and significant experience in specialist field to masters level or equivalent

Desirable

oManagement Qualification.

Knowledge, Behaviours and Experience

Essential

oSignificant experience of working at a management / leadership or professional level within Pathology.
oSignificant experience of managing clinical teams
oEvidence of successful management of clinical services
oExperience of business strategy and planning

Skills

Essential

oUp-to-date knowledge of UKAS, HTA, MHRA, and HPA Standards and their application within the area of expertise
oStrong leadership skills
oAbility to manage a range of staff
oAbility to manage a budget

Specific Job Requirements

Essential

oAbility to travel across the health community as required
Training experience / evidence of training staff

Desirable

oAbility to fulfil the requirements of the Trust's on-call rota

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)