Job summary The post holder is responsible for ensuring the quality and effectiveness of the NHS Cervical Screening Programme (NHSCSP) within UHL by overseeing and co-ordinating all the aspects in line with NHSCSP guidelines. This will require a thorough knowledge and understanding of NHSCSP pathways. Persons likely to be able to fulfil the role are: Consultant cellular pathologists Non-training grade experienced senior colposcopists or consultant colposcopists Laboratory lead biomedical scientists (BMS) or consultant BMS Senior nurse colposcopists or lead colposcopy nurses Designed administrative support (0.3 WTE) will be provided Main duties of the job Job Plan Responsible for individual caseload within the 0.2 WTE session including 0.15 x WTE CSPL activities 0.05 x meetings and SPA activity (research/ audit/ EQA/ mandatory training/ CPD) KEY RESULT AREAS To act as the centre for communications about the NHS Cervical screening programme; coordinating relevant histology and colposcopy and advising Trust management on cervical screening matters To ensure that laboratory and colposcopy performance complies with NHS Cervical Screening Programme guidelines and standards and take appropriate action where they do not. This includes ensuring that appropriate links are maintained between general practices, the laboratory and colposcopy clinic/ clinics and that suitable, timely treatment is available for women with cervical cytology abnormalities. About us Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/ Date posted 09 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum / pro rota for part time hours Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 358-6294640-WOM Job locations Base Leicester Royal Infirmary / Cross site required. Remote working supported Infirmary Way Leicester LE1 5WW Job description Job responsibilities KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS The post holder will be required to develop and maintain effective working relationships with: Deputy Cervical Screening Provider Lead CSPL administrative support Leads for gynaecology, colposcopy and histopathology Gynaecological cytology / virology leads at off site testing laboratory Clinical lead for cancer services Deputy Medical Director and other Trust senior managers Trust business, legal and contracting personnel CMG Boards Public Health England (PHE) Screening Quality Assurance Service (SQAS) NHS Englands local screening and immunisation team Local Community and Sexual Health Clinics Primary Care Job description Job responsibilities KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS The post holder will be required to develop and maintain effective working relationships with: Deputy Cervical Screening Provider Lead CSPL administrative support Leads for gynaecology, colposcopy and histopathology Gynaecological cytology / virology leads at off site testing laboratory Clinical lead for cancer services Deputy Medical Director and other Trust senior managers Trust business, legal and contracting personnel CMG Boards Public Health England (PHE) Screening Quality Assurance Service (SQAS) NHS Englands local screening and immunisation team Local Community and Sexual Health Clinics Primary Care Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registration with the relevant professional body Experience Essential At least 5 years' experience at a senior level in a suitable role within the NHSCSP Advanced knowledge of NHSCSP guidelines and pathways Understanding of clinical governance, clinical audit and achieving quality targets Analytical and Judgement skills Essential Able to interpret national and local policy and guidance to determine need for changes across all areas of the pathway Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registration with the relevant professional body Experience Essential At least 5 years' experience at a senior level in a suitable role within the NHSCSP Advanced knowledge of NHSCSP guidelines and pathways Understanding of clinical governance, clinical audit and achieving quality targets Analytical and Judgement skills Essential Able to interpret national and local policy and guidance to determine need for changes across all areas of the pathway 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 University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Address Base Leicester Royal Infirmary / Cross site required. Remote working supported Infirmary Way Leicester LE1 5WW Employer's website https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)