Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen in Haematology & Blood Transfusion within the NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership (ESEL). A new organisation, jointly owned by Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust, ESEL offers high-quality, cost-effective pathology services across a network of 7 hospital laboratories. The Royal London Hospital (RLH), a major trauma centre, is the primary location for Blood Transfusion services, connected to partner hospitals such as St. Bartholomew, Whipps Cross, Newham, Homerton, Lewisham, and Queen Elizabeth.
We are seeking a proactive, driven Band 7 Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our team at RLH. The role will focus on improving service delivery and quality in Haematology and Transfusion, with collaboration across the Pathology Partnership. While the primary site is RLH, work locations may change based on service demand.
Applicants must be HCPC-registered and hold an MSc in Biomedical Science or IBMS Special Examination (Fellowship). Candidates working towards their MSc and showing exceptional potential may be considered, with support to complete the qualification at Greenwich University.
If you require further information or would like to arrange an informal visit please contact:
Mrs Minal Dave - Haematology and Coagulation Operational LeadTel 0203 246 0409Email - minal.dave3@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
Barts Health is the host trust to the Partnership and all Partnership staff are employed by Barts Health. The Partnership carries out over 38m tests per year, has 860 funded WTE staff and a budget of £121m (June 2025).The Pathology Partnership is governed through its Strategic Management Board, comprising of an independent Chair, five directors from the Partnership and six executive director representatives from the owner Trusts. Each Trust has a single vote for decision making.In addition to the Chief Executive and Finance Director, the Partnership has three other directors who are the Clinical Director, Operations Director and Quality and Improvement Director.The Partnership runs laboratories at:1. Homerton Hospital2. Newham Hospital3. Queen Elizabeth Hospital4. Royal London Hospital5. St Bartholomew's Hospital6. University Hospital Lewisham
Whipps Cross HospitalThe Partnership is based on a well-established hub and satellite model for pathology networks, with the Royal London Hospital being the main hub laboratory for the network and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at all other Hospital sites.The Partnership was set up in May 2021 and has undertaken a complex three year transformation programme to establish the hub and spoke model, underpinned by a single, shared IT system and single, shared Quality Management System. Another Trust may be joining the Partnership in the future.The Partnership is organised into three Operational divisions:
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 Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.
The Pathology Partnership was formed in May 2021. Between 2021 and 2024 the Partnership undertook a complex transformation programme to establish a single network of laboratories, underpinned by a single Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and single Quality Management System (QMS).
The Partnership has a main hub laboratory at the Royal London Hospital and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at the six other hospital sites served by the Partnership.
The Partnership has three operational divisions:
Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry
Microbiology and Virology
Cellular Pathology and Cancer Diagnostics
The 2024/25 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £121m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 860 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
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 knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.
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 knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc. Biomedical Science/ relevant discipline/ IBMS Special Examination
- (Fellowship) Holder of the IBMS Specialist Portfolio or CPSM log book Registration with the Health Care Professions Council
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
- Management/ Quality training
- Other higher specialist qualification in relevant discipline
Experience
Essential
- HCPC registration in diagnostic Haematology & Blood Transfusion Experience
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.
- Good verbal and written communication skills, and able to communicate effectively with staff
- Ability to analyse, interpret and present data/results/concepts
Desirable
- Basic computer literacy & good keyboard skills Polite, helpful and confident manner
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
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Adaptable and flexible
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc. Biomedical Science/ relevant discipline/ IBMS Special Examination
- (Fellowship) Holder of the IBMS Specialist Portfolio or CPSM log book Registration with the Health Care Professions Council
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
- Management/ Quality training
- Other higher specialist qualification in relevant discipline
Experience
Essential
- HCPC registration in diagnostic Haematology & Blood Transfusion Experience
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.
- Good verbal and written communication skills, and able to communicate effectively with staff
- Ability to analyse, interpret and present data/results/concepts
Desirable
- Basic computer literacy & good keyboard skills Polite, helpful and confident manner
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
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Adaptable and flexible
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).
