Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Biomedical Scientist/Specialist Biomedical Scientist

The closing date is 11 January 2026

Job summary

Are you interested in a career in Biomedical science? Then this is the opportunity for you. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5/6 Biomedical Scientist to join our Biochemistry team in the Blood Sciences department.

Blood Sciences at Broomfield Hospital is a friendly department that incorporates Biochemistry, Blood Transfusion, Haematology, Immunology and Sample Reception. The department provides analytical services for the Mid Essex Trust, St Andrews Burns Unit and other NHS & non-NHS providers. Biochemistry also provides the Maternal Serum Screening service for the area.

Please note that this vacancy may close early due to number of applications.

Main duties of the job

The department provides analytical services for the Mid Essex Trust, St Andrews Burns Unit and other NHS / non-NHS providers. The department is equipped with Beckman automation, E411, CZE for proteins, HPLC and Kryptors for Down service , with Enterprise as the laboratory computer system in use. The department is fully UKAS ISO15189 accredited.

The department regularly hold lunchtime seminars and we have a full-time Training Lead in post across Blood Sciences to support training needs. You must be keen to develop your knowledge and skills but to also develop others.

For band 6 Specialist Portfolio or relevant post registration experience

The post-holder will be required to obtain and maintain competency in all relevant areas of the laboratory.

Once competent the post will require shift work on our 24/7 rota working nights, lates and weekends.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust

Details

Date posted

30 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-CSS-BR-9651

Job locations

Broomfield

Court road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Job description

Job responsibilities

If you are looking for an exciting Biomedical Scientist/Specialist Biomedical Scientist role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you are looking for an exciting Biomedical Scientist/Specialist Biomedical Scientist role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Person Specification

Education & Qualification

Essential

  • HCPC registered

Desirable

  • Specialist Portfolio or equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable post registration experience

Desirable

  • Demonstrable post registration experience required for Band 6

Qualifications

Essential

  • IBMS accredited BSc Hons in Biomedical Science or equivalent

Desirable

  • Started specialist portfolio

Knowledge and Experience

Desirable

  • Understanding of Quality Assurance principles and other Quality procedures
Person Specification

Education & Qualification

Essential

  • HCPC registered

Desirable

  • Specialist Portfolio or equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable post registration experience

Desirable

  • Demonstrable post registration experience required for Band 6

Qualifications

Essential

  • IBMS accredited BSc Hons in Biomedical Science or equivalent

Desirable

  • Started specialist portfolio

Knowledge and Experience

Desirable

  • Understanding of Quality Assurance principles and other Quality procedures

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

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Blood Sciences Manager

Marcus McDougall

marcus.mcdougall@nhs.net

03004438843

Details

Date posted

30 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-CSS-BR-9651

Job locations

Broomfield

Court road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


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