Job summary
The Cervical Cytology department at Manchester University Foundation Trust is seeking to recruit a Consultant Biomedical Scientist to join our Cervical Cytology team. The department is UKAS accredited and IBMS approved for training.
We currently process approximately 470,000 requests producing approximately 70,000 cervical cytology slides using the Hologic ThinPrep LBC system. We are committed to quality improvement and research activities.
To be shortlisted for this role you will be a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist, hold the Royal College of Pathologists & Institute of Biomedical Science conjoint Advanced Specialist Diploma in Cervical Cytology and NHSCSP Certificate in Cervical Cytology (or equivalent). You will have extensive post-registration experience in Cytopathology with evidence of competency and able to provide evidence of meeting national standards for screening workload.
We are looking for either full or part-time working and you must be flexible to work within the departmental opening hours of 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday.
Main duties of the job
The successful Consultant BMS candidate will operate as part of the consultant team in cervical cytology, authorising cervical cytology reports, giving clinical management recommendations and participating in cervical cytology mismatch MDT meetings. The post holder will be a member of the departmental senior management team, bringing clinical expertise and strategic direction to the field of cervical cytology. This will involve expanding and developing best practice, implementing clinical governance and delivering improved outcomes for the Cervical Screening Programme.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Registration
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
- RCPath & IBMS conjoint Advanced Specialist Diploma in Cervical Cytology
- Fellowship IBMS
- NHSCSP Certificate in Cervical Cytology
- Evidence of participation in a CPD scheme
Desirable
- HSD in cytology or equivalent
- Masters degree
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive and in depth knowledge of the principles and practice of the NHSCSP at lab, local, regional and national level
- Understanding of medical terminology pertinent to the NHSCSP
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience of the management of quality within the cytology lab and monitoring of performance against national standards
- Understanding of colposcopy and patient management issues
- Knowledge of the clinical governance requirements of the NHSCSP
- At least 10 years post registration experience in cytology at senior level
- At least 10 years experience of teaching within the NHSCSP
- Expereince of undertaking multidisciplinary clinical audit
- Experience of cytology failsafe operation and patient management requirements
Desirable
- Has an appreciation of strategies for pathology and NHSCSP
- Possess a portfolio which demonstrates career long learning, experience and formal education
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent analytical skills
- Confident to act on own initiative but ability to recognise own limitations
- Flexible approach to working within a multidisciplinary team
- Good interpersonal and communication skills with staff working within and out with the department in order to coordinate services
- Excellent report and policy/protocol writing skills
- Good teaching skills
- Good communication and negotiation skills to drive changes within the service
Desirable
- Experience of perticipating in research
- Advanced IT skills
Person Specification
Registration
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
- RCPath & IBMS conjoint Advanced Specialist Diploma in Cervical Cytology
- Fellowship IBMS
- NHSCSP Certificate in Cervical Cytology
- Evidence of participation in a CPD scheme
Desirable
- HSD in cytology or equivalent
- Masters degree
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Comprehensive and in depth knowledge of the principles and practice of the NHSCSP at lab, local, regional and national level
- Understanding of medical terminology pertinent to the NHSCSP
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience of the management of quality within the cytology lab and monitoring of performance against national standards
- Understanding of colposcopy and patient management issues
- Knowledge of the clinical governance requirements of the NHSCSP
- At least 10 years post registration experience in cytology at senior level
- At least 10 years experience of teaching within the NHSCSP
- Expereince of undertaking multidisciplinary clinical audit
- Experience of cytology failsafe operation and patient management requirements
Desirable
- Has an appreciation of strategies for pathology and NHSCSP
- Possess a portfolio which demonstrates career long learning, experience and formal education
Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent analytical skills
- Confident to act on own initiative but ability to recognise own limitations
- Flexible approach to working within a multidisciplinary team
- Good interpersonal and communication skills with staff working within and out with the department in order to coordinate services
- Excellent report and policy/protocol writing skills
- Good teaching skills
- Good communication and negotiation skills to drive changes within the service
Desirable
- Experience of perticipating in research
- Advanced IT skills
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Manchester Cytology Centre, 1st Floor Clinical Sciences Building 2, Manchester Royal Infirmary
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9WL
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
