Job summary Maidstone Hospital, situated in the heart of the Kent countryside, covers a large population and includes the regional Oncology centre which is expanding in support of the Kent cancer network.The Histology department provides services for Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trusts, Medway NHS Foundation Trust and Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust. Consequently there is a combined Histology workload of around 88,000 cases per year. The department carries out a wide range of investigations including various specialist resections from hospitals within the Kent & Medway. It also includes an expanding immunocytochemistry section that has an annual through-put of approximately 51,000 tests. The department t is computerised and well equipped. Career development and participation in CPD are actively encouraged. Applications are invited from HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists. This post would suit an enthusiastic and self-motivated person with good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team. Good hand eye coordination and attention to detail are essential requirements. Candidates without HCPC registration will also be considered for a trainee BMS position provided they possess a degree in Biomedical Sciences validated as acceptable for HCPC registration by the Institute of Biomedical Sciences. Histology laboratory experience is essential. Main duties of the job Kent and Medway Pathology Network Working for Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust you will be part of the Kent and Medway Pathology Network (South 8 network). Kent and Medway Pathology Network is made up of seven laboratories across three pathology services in four acute Trusts - East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust, Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust and North Kent Pathology Services (hosted by Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust and providing services to Medway Foundation Trust). The network provides services across the health sector to a population of nearly 2 million. The network vision is based around: A single laboratory information management system (LIMS) and managed services contract (MSC); A Director of Pathology Transformation who will work closely with teams and services to design and implement service changes which benefit the whole network; A commitment to consider a single management structure at a point in the future; and, A general agreement to collaborate, and to align processes and Standard Operating Procedures where it makes sense to do so. You will not be expected to work at sites outside of Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. However, there will be opportunities for collaborative working within this network. Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible. About us Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 NHS Staff Survey. We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre. Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms. Looking for flexible working? We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs. Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:o At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).o Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefitso Blue Light card eligibilityo And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below Date posted 14 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 359-6909378-T1 Job locations Maidstone Hospital Hermitage Lane Maidstone ME16 9QQ Job description Job responsibilities Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Standard Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed. Working for Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust/NKPS you will be part of the Kent and Medway Pathology Network (South 8 Network - Kent and Medway Pathology Network is made up of seven laboratories across three pathology services in four acute Trusts. For more information on the network please see the attached document. Job description Job responsibilities Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Standard Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed. Working for Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust/NKPS you will be part of the Kent and Medway Pathology Network (South 8 Network - Kent and Medway Pathology Network is made up of seven laboratories across three pathology services in four acute Trusts. For more information on the network please see the attached document. Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC registration as Biomedical Scientist Evidence of numeracy and literacy (e.g. GCSEs in mathematics and English Language) Desirable An interest in undertaking the IBMS specialist portfolio Experience/Knowledge Essential Experience working in a histology laboratory Clear evidence of relevant continued professional development (CPD) activity Basic understanding of Histology laboratory technique Basic understanding of laboratory health and safety requirements Desirable Basic understanding of current standards for medical laboratory accreditation Skills Essential High level of manual dexterity Good verbal and written communications skills Basic IT literacy Desirable Competent use of Pathology computer system Confident in use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC registration as Biomedical Scientist Evidence of numeracy and literacy (e.g. GCSEs in mathematics and English Language) Desirable An interest in undertaking the IBMS specialist portfolio Experience/Knowledge Essential Experience working in a histology laboratory Clear evidence of relevant continued professional development (CPD) activity Basic understanding of Histology laboratory technique Basic understanding of laboratory health and safety requirements Desirable Basic understanding of current standards for medical laboratory accreditation Skills Essential High level of manual dexterity Good verbal and written communications skills Basic IT literacy Desirable Competent use of Pathology computer system Confident in use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook 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. Employer details Employer name Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Address Maidstone Hospital Hermitage Lane Maidstone ME16 9QQ Employer's website https://www.mtw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)