Job summaryAiredale NHS Foundation Trust (ANHSFT), Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (BTHFT), and Harrogate General Hospital (HGH) are high-performing Trusts providing acute and specialist outreach services for local people. ANHSFT, BTHFT, and HGH have formed a joint venture, Integrated Pathology Solutions LLP (IPS) to provide Pathology services to the three organisations and other local healthcare providers. Applications are invited from experienced, HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientists for the post of Band 7 Advanced Biomedical Scientist in Blood Transfusion.
The successful applicant will be a suitably qualified and experienced HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist with an IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology/Blood Transfusion and either an MSc in Biomedical Science or a relevant subject, or an IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma in Blood Transfusion. Additional qualifications, such as the BBTS Specialist Certificate in Transfusion Science Practice, would be advantageous.
Main duties of the jobThe successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the Blood Transfusion department, supporting the Cross-Site Service Lead. They will ensure that all aspects of the technical performance, training and quality of the department are of the highest standard. The postholder must have an interest in Quality and Training and will support the needs of the department in these areas.
The postholder will play a key role in the maintenance and continual improvement of the department's Quality Management System, supporting accreditation, audit, incident investigation and service development activities.
Candidates will need to be enthusiastic, well-motivated and innovative, with excellent organisational and practical abilities, supported by sound scientific knowledge and a thorough understanding of BSQR and relevant national transfusion guidelinesWell-developed interpersonal and communication skills, together with the leadership ability to support both individual and team working, are essential. All of these skills and attributes are in line with the Trust's Right Care Behaviours.
The post is primarily based within the Blood Transfusion Department at Bradford Royal Infirmary; however, the successful applicant may be required to work at any IPS laboratory to support service requirements.
About usWe are delighted to offer a wide range of benefits to employees including: Cycle to WorkTravel SchemeChildcare Vouchers with Salary SacrificeOnsite NurseryBuying and Selling Annual LeaveCar LeasingEmployee Assistance ProgrammeEmployee Health and WellbeingExtensive Reward SchemeCounselling ServiceFinancial packages including Vivup and WagestreamStaff Networks, Enable, Rainbow, Gender, Race Equality Ecoaware & Admin Network.
Our values:
We understand that it's down to the hard work, effort and dedication of our staff that makes a difference for our patients. Our people really do make our Airedale experience - we take pride in fostering a friendly, effective and caring work environment. Our values are part of our DNA, which are: Committed to Quality of CareCompassionWorking together for patientsImproving LivesEveryone CountsRespect and DignityGot questions before you apply, please contact the recruiting manager to find out more.
DetailsDate posted14 October 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary
All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.
49,387 to 56,515 a year
per annum
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number423-8366824Job locationsAiredale NHS Foundation TrustSkipton RoadSteetonBD20 6TDUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further information and full details of the job role please see the attached job description and person specification
Job description
Job responsibilitiesFor further information and full details of the job role please see the attached job description and person specificationPerson Specification
Qualifications
EssentialBiomedical Science degree or equivalent qualification. HCPC registration as Biomedical ScientistMSc in blood transfusion Science or equivalent qualification or experience that evidences work at equivalent levelRelevant post graduate qualification conducive with Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Science StatusDesirableMembership of professional body such as IBMSHolds a General Management Qualification
Experience
EssentialSignificant discipline specific experience and knowledge including understanding of the BSQR's and BCSH guidelines pertinent to provision of a blood transfusion serviceExperience of working within an NHS Blood Transfusion laboratory. Experience of Routine testing in transfusion scienceEvidence of Continuous Profession DevelopmentExperience of Pathology IT systemsExperience of Pathology Quality management systemsExperience of training and competency assessment of blood transfusion staff. Experience of implementing new techniques and technologiesExperience of writing/ reviewing SOPs in line with local or national guidelines. DesirableExperience of specialist testing in transfusion scienceHuman Resource management experience and skills
Knowledge
EssentialEffective verbal and written communication skills. Methodical with effective organisational skills in the workplace. Able to prioritise workload to work effectively under pressure. Ability to supervise and train junior staffHigh degree of manual dexterity to perform complex laboratory techniques. Excellent analytical and judgement skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialBiomedical Science degree or equivalent qualification. HCPC registration as Biomedical ScientistMSc in blood transfusion Science or equivalent qualification or experience that evidences work at equivalent levelRelevant post graduate qualification conducive with Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Science StatusDesirableMembership of professional body such as IBMSHolds a General Management Qualification
Experience
EssentialSignificant discipline specific experience and knowledge including understanding of the BSQR's and BCSH guidelines pertinent to provision of a blood transfusion serviceExperience of working within an NHS Blood Transfusion laboratory. Experience of Routine testing in transfusion scienceEvidence of Continuous Profession DevelopmentExperience of Pathology IT systemsExperience of Pathology Quality management systemsExperience of training and competency assessment of blood transfusion staff. Experience of implementing new techniques and technologiesExperience of writing/ reviewing SOPs in line with local or national guidelines. DesirableExperience of specialist testing in transfusion scienceHuman Resource management experience and skills
Knowledge
EssentialEffective verbal and written communication skills. Methodical with effective organisational skills in the workplace. Able to prioritise workload to work effectively under pressure.
Ability to supervise and train junior staffHigh degree of manual dexterity to perform complex laboratory techniques.
Excellent analytical and judgement skillsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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. xohmjla For further information please see
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