Job summary To practice as a registered Biomedical Scientist specialising in Biochemistry. The post holder will work with the other Senior BMS for the smooth running of the laboratory service. They will be jointly responsible for the day to day supervision of the technical work and staff of the Biochemistry laboratory and ensure the timely delivery of a high quality service. The post holder will have lead responsibility for specialist techniques and operational delivery within the Metabolic section of the laboratory. Main duties of the job To prioritise, plan and organise your own work and the work of BMS1 and trainee BMS staff within the Biochemistry department on a daily basis ensuring accurate and timely service.To provide general daily supervision ensuring staff maintain scientific and professional standards and work to departmental policies and procedures.To support the Lead Biomedical Scientist and work with the other BMS2 for the delivery of an efficient laboratory service.To liaise with consultant Clinical Scientists and Lead Biomedical Scientist for the smooth running of the laboratory service.To perform bench work to provide the diagnostic Biochemistry service.To carry out all work to standards laid down by appropriate professional bodies including the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS), Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) About us As one of Europe's biggest and busiest children's hospitals, at Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust, we treat everything from common illnesses to highly complex and specialist conditions.In addition to our main hospital site, we offer paediatric services at a number of community sites and hold local clinics across Merseyside, Cumbria, Shropshire, Wales and the Isle of Man. We also provide specialist inpatient care for children with complex mental health needs in our recently relocated and newly opened state of the art facility. Alder Hey has a thriving research portfolio and leads research into children's medicines, infection, inflammation and oncology. We are becoming recognised as one of the world's leaders in children's healthcare and research. We contribute to public health, lead cutting-edge research and teach the next generation of children's specialists. Alongside this is ourInnovation Hub, a dedicated space where clinicians and industries can come together to create new products and technologies. We know that a children's hospital is different and that our job is more than just treating an illness. To us, every child is an individual. As well as giving them the very best care, we set out to make them feel happy, safe and confident as they play, learn and grow. At Alder Hey we are here to look after a child and their family and that includes mums, dads, brothers and sisters. Date posted 28 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 411-MED-25-6983592 Job locations Alder Hey Children's Hospital Liverpool L12 2AP Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the full detailed job description and main responsibilities- 1 Main duties and Responsibilities in the job description. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the full detailed job description and main responsibilities- 1 Main duties and Responsibilities in the job description. Person Specification Education and Training Essential Registered as a Biomedical Scientist with HCPC IBMS specialist diploma in relevant subject MSc or HSD in relevant subject Completed supervisory, management or leadership course Experience Essential 3 years post registration experience Experience of Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory Desirable Experience of paediatric Biochemistry Knowledge Essential Able to demonstrate specialist knowledge in Metabolic Biochemistry Able to troubleshoot analytical and technical problems Person Specification Education and Training Essential Registered as a Biomedical Scientist with HCPC IBMS specialist diploma in relevant subject MSc or HSD in relevant subject Completed supervisory, management or leadership course Experience Essential 3 years post registration experience Experience of Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory Desirable Experience of paediatric Biochemistry Knowledge Essential Able to demonstrate specialist knowledge in Metabolic Biochemistry Able to troubleshoot analytical and technical problems 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 Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust Address Alder Hey Children's Hospital Liverpool L12 2AP Employer's website https://alderhey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)