Job summary Performs a range of advanced healthcare science clinical activities and provides highly specialised advice within own Department. Leads a team of Healthcare Scientists and Healthcare Science Support Workers for own work area and provide training. Holds additional responsibility as a Quality Officer for the Department. Travel between either sites as required with a primary base of Darent Valley 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 or Simon Jordan (01322428480). Main duties of the job Managerial responsibility for Biomedical Scientists. Responsible to the Head of Haematology for the delivery of the Quality Management System (QMS) within Haematology including ensuring compliance with ISO 15189:2022 standards and any other relevant guidance material. Managing the routine work and staff Rota's of the Haematology laboratory in conjunction with the training lead ,operational lead and Blood transfusion seniors For more information please read the attached job description 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. 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. Date posted 11 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £48,270 to £54,931 a year per annum inclusive of allowances Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 252-7007829 Job locations Darent Valley Hospital Darenth Wood Road Dartford DA2 8DA Job description Job responsibilities General responsibilitiesClinical ResponsibilitiesManagerial responsibilitiesProfessional responsibilitiesEducation and development responsibilities For a detailed description of the Job roles and responsibilities please see the attached job description. Job description Job responsibilities General responsibilitiesClinical ResponsibilitiesManagerial responsibilitiesProfessional responsibilitiesEducation and development responsibilities For a detailed description of the Job roles and responsibilities please see the attached job description. Person Specification KNOWLEDGE Essential Detailed knowledge of theory and analytical techniques in haematology Knowledge of current trends in haematology and the requirements of ISO Desirable Specialised knowledge of techniques used in manual and more complex automated analyses Knowledge and understanding of coagulation Experience supporting registration, Specialist and Higher Specialist Portfolio Significant Morphology experience EXPERIENCE Essential Experience in all areas of clinical haematology and coagulation Experience of organising groups of staff Desirable Experience of HPLC and PCR PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Essential Methodical and able to organise own and others workload Ability to solve problems Ability to make decisions without referring to their manager Good interpersonal skills Good written and verbal communication skills Good leadership qualities Ability to produce results within set deadlines Flexibility to deal with unexpected situations Person Specification KNOWLEDGE Essential Detailed knowledge of theory and analytical techniques in haematology Knowledge of current trends in haematology and the requirements of ISO Desirable Specialised knowledge of techniques used in manual and more complex automated analyses Knowledge and understanding of coagulation Experience supporting registration, Specialist and Higher Specialist Portfolio Significant Morphology experience EXPERIENCE Essential Experience in all areas of clinical haematology and coagulation Experience of organising groups of staff Desirable Experience of HPLC and PCR PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Essential Methodical and able to organise own and others workload Ability to solve problems Ability to make decisions without referring to their manager Good interpersonal skills Good written and verbal communication skills Good leadership qualities Ability to produce results within set deadlines Flexibility to deal with unexpected situations 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. 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. 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 Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust Address Darent Valley Hospital Darenth Wood Road Dartford DA2 8DA Employer's website https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)