Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the leadership team of East and South East London (ESEL) Pathology Partnership in our journey to excellence. Applications are invited for the position of Cellular Pathology Manager within the ESEL Network. The successful applicant will need to be enthusiastic, share our vision of a high-quality Cellular Pathology Service, and must be suitably qualified and highly experienced in Cellular Pathology.
Management & Leadership: The role is to provide management and leadership for the Lewisham and Greenwich Trust (LGT) Cellular Pathology services across the ESEL Pathology network and is accountable for leading and managing the delivery and development of Cellular Pathology service at two of the Pathology Partnership sites, and also the further involvement with Cellular Pathology across all the ESEL sites.
Main Duties of the Job:
The post holder plays a major part in the coordination, development and implementation of services and transformation that will improve the efficiency and quality of the Partnership's Cellular Pathology services. Responsibilities focus on the LGT Cellular Pathology projects, planning daily service delivery, and subsequent establishment and maintenance of effective performance management processes that monitor performance against plans and, in the event of under-performance, propose rapid and decisive corrective action. There is also a requirement for the individual to attend the Royal London Histopathology site at least one day per week as part of the combined Cellular Pathology management group.
Operational: The successful candidate will have direct line management and provide leadership to the LGT Cellular Pathology Lead within the ESEL Network to develop and lead a highly skilled workforce providing a comprehensive, cost-effective and high-quality Cellular Pathology service. The post holder will also deputize when needed for the ESEL Cellular Pathology and Cancer Diagnostics Divisional Manager, working closely with hospital colleagues, in accordance with the partnership directive, and UKAS.
About Us:
The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.
The Pathology Partnership is based on well-established models for pathology networks, with the Royal London Hospital becoming the main hub laboratory for the network and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at all other hospital sites.
Pathology is made up of the following services: Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry; Infectious Diseases including Microbiology and Virology; Cellular Pathology including Histopathology, non-gynae Cytology and mortuary services; Immunology; Cytogenetics and Molecular Haematology; Immunophenotyping; Clinical Transplantation and Retinoblastoma.
The 2020/21 total operating costs across the Partnership were approximately £126m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa 822 WTE. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this band.
Date Posted: 17 April 2025
Pay Scheme: Agenda for Change
Band: Band 8b
Salary: £70,387 to £80,465 a year, per annum inc
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time
Reference Number: 259-7150553ESEL
Job Locations: Lewisham and Greenwich Hospital / Royal London Hospital (cross site), London, SE13 6LH
Job Responsibilities:
Quality and Governance: The post holder will take a strategic lead in the continuing provision of a high-quality and responsive service meeting UKAS ISO15189 accreditation and HTA standards and requirements as needed by the Divisional Manager and ESEL Network Pathology Quality & Governance Team to achieve this.
The ESEL Cellular Pathology Manager will work to combine the vision of the ESEL partnership with the recommendations of UKAS and Barts Health Trust, working towards a 5-year strategy to improve Cellular Pathology turnaround times.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachments below.
Contact: For further details / informal visits contact: Toby Hunt | Cellular Pathology and Cancer Diagnostics Divisional Manager | NHS ESEL Pathology Partnership | 020 32460185 | toby.hunt2@nhs.net
Person Specification:
Experience Essential:
* Extensive experience of Diagnostic Cellular Pathology (Histology)
* Experience of effectively managing staff, including HR issues
* Significant experience at 8a or above level in Cellular Pathology
Desirable:
* Experience of business planning, preparing capital bids, and bids for resources to extend the service when required.
* Experience of audit in evaluating and developing a service. Experience of managing a budget
Skills Essential:
* Experience of routine and specialist Cellular Pathology and method development.
* Is fully aware of the principles of clinical governance and their application to Pathology
* Competent in complex laboratory techniques and troubleshooting. Ability to analyse, interpret and present complex data/results/concepts
* Excellent communication skills and presentation skills. Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal)
* Comprehensive knowledge of management of quality within the laboratory and competent in the use of a Quality Management System
* Flexible approach to new technology and processes and good understanding of digital pathology
Knowledge Essential:
* H&S legislation and procedures
* Advanced specialist knowledge in Cellular Pathology
* Good knowledge of Quality management system and HTA standards
* Knowledge of current requirements for training and career progression
* Ability to lead and manage staff in a large and complex laboratory
* Knowledge of management theory, including personnel management, risk management and health and safety
* To have effective problem-solving skills and ability to initiate and implement change
Qualifications Essential:
* BSC
* MSc. Biomedical Science / Cellular Pathology, and/or IBMS Specialist and Special Examination (Fellowship)
* Registration with the Health Care Professions Council
* Evidence of participation in mandatory courses and CPD
Desirable:
* Management qualification
Other Essential:
* High level of work organisation, self-motivation, drive for performance and improvement, and flexibility in approach and attitude
* Lead by example, promoting the highest standards of personal and professional conduct, integrity and probity
* Able to prioritise, organise and delegate
* Decisive, using sound judgement in decision making and delivering in a timely and confident manner.
* Commitment to developing a culture of openness and partnership
* High self-awareness, understanding own emotions, strengths and limitations
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.
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.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer Details:
Employer Name: Barts Health NHS Trust
Address: Lewisham and Greenwich Hospital / Royal London Hospital (cross site), London, SE13 6LH
Employer's Website: https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk
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