Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Haematology Operational Manager

The closing date is 09 November 2025

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 8a Haematology Operational Manager role within the Haematology department at the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, flexible, forward thinking, driven individual, to help deliver a high quality, first class Haematology service to our users. The successful candidate will lead and support a strong Haematology senior team across all of the hospitals within the health board.

The ideal candidate must be a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with a relevant Biomedical Science Masters degree or equivalent experience.

You must have UK laboratory experience as a Senior Biomedical Scientist, at band 7 level or above.

The post holder will also be expected to have leadership and management qualifcations or relevant experience.

The post-holder will be expected to manage all aspects of the service, whilst leading the senior team and delivering a quality based, supportive, and dedicated haematology service.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for managing the team to deliver the day to day operational management of the hospitals haematology departments within the health board.

You will be expected to work collaboratively with the Haematology service manager and other stakeholders including members of the blood transfusion team, CTM quality team , and other operational managers.

You will be an intergral member of the haematology service. You will be expected to perform staff appraisals and other HR/workforce duties and you should therefore have good communication and interpersonal skills.

This post will be based at the Royal Glamorgan hospital however there is an expectation to travel to, and provide cover at other Cwm Taf Morgannwg laboratories depending upon service needs. You will be committed to providing a high quality service to our patients and have a commitment to training and quality, leadership and development. You should have an understanding of ISO 15189:2022 accreditation.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Details

Date posted

27 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£56,514 to £63,623 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

110-HS031-1025

Job locations

Royal Glamorgan Hospital

Ynysmaerdy

Pontyclun

CF72 8XR


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

At Cwm Taf Morgannwg youll find a diverse and forward thinking workplace. Here, you will join a team of passionate individuals working together to meet the healthcare challenges of a diverse region.

Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesnt mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see Welsh Language Guidance in the documents right at the bottom.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

At Cwm Taf Morgannwg youll find a diverse and forward thinking workplace. Here, you will join a team of passionate individuals working together to meet the healthcare challenges of a diverse region.

Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesnt mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see Welsh Language Guidance in the documents right at the bottom.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • HCPC registered with evidence of on-going CPD
  • BSc or equivalent in Biomedical Science
  • MSc or equivalent
  • Management Qualification

Desirable

  • Higher Specialist Diploma
  • Fellowship of IBMS
  • Training qualification
  • Quality Management Qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Significant post registration experience in haematology within the NHS
  • Experience in a supervisory role at band 7 or above
  • Experience of basic office IT programmes e.g. word processing, spreadsheets.
  • Experience of quality management procedures

Desirable

  • Experience of procurement projects or other project management

Other

Essential

  • Will be required to work across the organisation so must be able to travel between sites in a timely manner when required

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

  • Have a positive and professional attitude to their duties
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to build and maintain working relationships with staff at all levels
  • Able to be adaptable and to work under pressure
  • Able to work in an organised manner managing conflicting demands on their time

Desirable

  • Ability to speak Welsh

Values

Essential

  • Demonstrates values of compassion, empathy and a caring demeanour
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • HCPC registered with evidence of on-going CPD
  • BSc or equivalent in Biomedical Science
  • MSc or equivalent
  • Management Qualification

Desirable

  • Higher Specialist Diploma
  • Fellowship of IBMS
  • Training qualification
  • Quality Management Qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Significant post registration experience in haematology within the NHS
  • Experience in a supervisory role at band 7 or above
  • Experience of basic office IT programmes e.g. word processing, spreadsheets.
  • Experience of quality management procedures

Desirable

  • Experience of procurement projects or other project management

Other

Essential

  • Will be required to work across the organisation so must be able to travel between sites in a timely manner when required

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

  • Have a positive and professional attitude to their duties
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to build and maintain working relationships with staff at all levels
  • Able to be adaptable and to work under pressure
  • Able to work in an organised manner managing conflicting demands on their time

Desirable

  • Ability to speak Welsh

Values

Essential

  • Demonstrates values of compassion, empathy and a caring demeanour

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

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Royal Glamorgan Hospital

Ynysmaerdy

Pontyclun

CF72 8XR


Employer's website

https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Royal Glamorgan Hospital

Ynysmaerdy

Pontyclun

CF72 8XR


Employer's website

https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Haematology Service Manager

Tammy Payne

Tammy.Payne@wales.nhs.uk

01443444343

Details

Date posted

27 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£56,514 to £63,623 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

110-HS031-1025

Job locations

Royal Glamorgan Hospital

Ynysmaerdy

Pontyclun

CF72 8XR


Supporting documents

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