Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Band 7 Senior Biomedical Scientist Haematology and Training Lead.

The successful applicant will be required to perform a range of advanced healthcare science clinical activities and provides highly specialised advice within own Department. You will lead a team of Healthcare Scientists and Healthcare Science Support Workers for your own work area and provide training.

This post also holds additional responsibility as a Training Lead for the Department. Travel between either sites as required with a primary base of Medway Maritime Hospital.

In partnership with Beckman Coulter UK (BCUK) our newly designed and refurbished pathology laboratory houses a range of equipment including: Beckman Coulter DxH 900 Analysers and SMS2, IL(Werfen) TOP 700 and TOP 550 coagulation analysers and Bio-Rad Variant II for Haemoglobinopathy screening

Interested in joining our friendly team? For more information or an informal visit please contact Rachel Nicholas (01322 428490).

This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.

Main duties of the job
Managerial responsibility for Biomedical Scientists.

Responsible to the Head of Haematology and Blood Transfusion for the delivery of Training within Haematology including management of registration portfolios, specialist portfolios and support for higher specialist and Masters. In addition to supporting apprenticeships, work experience, Certificates of Expert Practice and other qualifications.

Managing the routine work and staff rota's of the Haematology laboratory in conjunction with the other Haematology and Blood Transfusion seniors.

About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you\'ll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we\'ve achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Details
Date posted: 06 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 252-8121779
Job locations: Medway Maritime Hospital, Windmill Road, Gillingham, ME7 5NY, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

• The provision of a high quality Haematology service to all users within the Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust, Medway NHS Foundation Trust and PCT.
• Ensuring a continuous 24/7 Haematology service at both the Darent Valley and Medway Maritime Hospitals
• There may be a requirement to work across both NKPS sites and for out of hours shift work should the need arise.
• Ensuring that all members of staff and visitors follow departmental policies and procedures.
• The development of the service, including participation in the Kent and Medway Pathology Network programmes.
• Providing advice to users of the service as required within sphere of knowledge.
• Provide appropriate and relevant advice on Haematology matters when required.
• Discuss significantly abnormal results with the Consultant Haematologist and other clinicians.
• Maintain good housekeeping ad analyser troubleshooting.
• Maintaining adequate stocks and ensuring efficient use of reagents and consumables.
• Preparing Standard Operating Procedures to meet UKAS Accreditation requirements, and to meet BSH guidelines; reviewing these on a regular basis to maintain standards.

Please see attached job description for further information.

Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential

• FIBMS or MSc in Haematology or equivalent experience.
• State Registered with the Health Professions Council.
• Extensive post registration experience
• Evidence of CPD and post graduate training in specialised areas

Desirable

• Fellow of the IBMS
• Willingness to undertake leadership training.

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Extensive of theory and analytical techniques in haematology
• Knowledge of current trends in haematology and the requirements of ISO 15189
• Knowledge of current trends in Haematology
• Knowledge of current BSH guidelines

Desirable

• Knowledge of the development of Pathology Networks
• Knowledge and previous management of the requirements of specialist portfolios, certificates of achievements and related training documentation.

Experience
Essential

• Extensive experience of laboratory bench work
• Experience of out of hours working
• Experience of team/people management.
• Experience of preparation of Standard Operating Procedures

Desirable

• Experience in staff appraisal/PDR
• Experience in HPLC and/or specialist coagulation
• Previous training Lead role

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Strong interpersonal skills Strong leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Diplomatic.
• Enthusiasm and a desire to develop knowledge and skills
• Well organised and able to produce results within set deadlines
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to manage change. A \'can do\' attitude.

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.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address: Medway Maritime Hospital, Windmill Road, Gillingham, ME7 5NY, United Kingdom
Employer\'s website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Head of Haematology
Rachel Nicholas
rachelnicholas@nhs.net
01322428490