Job summary
Fixed Term | Maternity Leave Cover | Full Time | Internal applications only

Sheffield Diagnostic Genetics Service (SDGS) is a dynamic team of over 100 colleagues delivering core and specialist rare disease and oncology genomics services as part of the North East and Yorkshire Genomic Laboratory Hub (NEY GLH), working in partnership with Leeds and Newcastle. Since April 2024, SDGS has operated as a dedicated dry-lab analysis and reporting department, receiving data and results from partner laboratories.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled individual to join our team.

About You

• Hold a degree (or equivalent) in a biological science or related discipline.
• Be registered, or eligible for registration, with an appropriate body (e.g. AHCS).
• Demonstrate strong genomic analytical skills, including troubleshooting.
• Communicate clearly and effectively across teams and disciplines.
• Have the ability to train, support and develop staff within your service area.

Join us and contribute to high-quality genomic services supporting patients across the region.

Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Operational Services Manager, some of your responsibilities will include:

• You will take responsibility for an analytical service, including analysis, report generation and authorisation, developmental aspects, and liaison with clinical scientists.
• You will demonstrate and apply a good understanding of the scientific and technical principles involved in the delivery of the service including troubleshooting.
• You will manage and supervise colleagues within the group, including the appraisal process, objective setting and aspects of performance management.

About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary this year, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Details
Date posted: 15 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
Contract: Secondment
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 425-26-8051363
Job locations: Sheffield Children's Hospital, Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TH, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.

This role has been assigned occupation code 2113 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance.

For further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK

Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential

• Degree or equivalent, or equivalent appropriate experience in biological science (or related discipline).
• Registered or soon to be eligible for registration in appropriate scheme for Healthcare Scientist (e.g. AHCS).

Desirable

• Relevant post graduate or masters qualification

Experience
Essential

• A number of years' experience of laboratory/analytical work (post-graduate and/or industrial).
• Experience of management of some aspects of UKAS
• Experience of service planning, development and delivery

Knowledge and Skills
Essential

• Broad practical and theoretical knowledge of Human Genetics with several areas of highly specialist skills and detailed knowledge
• Knowledge of Health and Safety, quality management and UKAS requirements in a laboratory environment
• High level of analytical skill including trouble shooting
• Ability to train and develop staff in service area

Desirable

• Have line managed staff or managed projects
• Drafted and Written SOP's

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Able to carry responsibility for day-to-day management of workload and to tight deadlines where necessary
• Excellent team player and independent worker

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: Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Sheffield Children's Hospital, Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TH, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Operational Services Manager
Tara Stone
tara.stone1@nhs.net
01142717014