Job summary We are seeking to recruit a new Training Centre Manager and Deputy Director for the North of England Pathology and screening education centre based in Wakefield, to maintain and develop our current course base. The Centre provides training on all aspects of activity within the cervical screening programme and many other areas of pathology. The suitable candidate will be either a consultant biomedical scientist holding the IBMS/RCPath Advanced Specialist Diploma in cervical cytology or a Biomedical Scientist/clinical scientist currently in a senior scientific/managerial role with extensive experience in cervical cytology and education/training. A thorough understanding of the cervical screening programme is essential and some experience of teaching is required. The successful candidate will be expected to be able to demonstrate an ability to plan training and business activities. An ability to negotiate content with speakers outside of the remit of cervical cytology will be required as will the ability to set programmes of learning, working with others to do so where necessary. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of the training centre, ensuring financial, estates, staffing and contract issues are managed appropriately. They will be supported in this role by the training centre business manager whom they line manage and also by the South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw Pathology Services senior management. Main duties of the job In conjunction with the SYBP Scientific Director, the role is responsible for the operational, financial, HR and strategic management. Strategic alignment of training centre with the goals and objectives of SYB Pathology. Provision of a comprehensive training service, its sustainability and continuous development. Quality of service and its continuous development and improvement in order to provide the best, effective and user centric training service. Financial planning and delegated budget management. This includes working to agreed financial targets and managing budgetary outcomes. Development and management of sustainable commercial and income generating capabilities. Implementation and management of the requirements specified in the policies and procedures of the Organisation. Implementation of National and Local legislations and policies and compliance management. Implementation of the relevant professional and accreditation standards and compliance management. Implementation and management of compliance with service agreements and contracts. Staff engagement and continuous workforce support and development. Active engagement with service users, Commissioners, professional bodies and organisations, academia and industry and building and management of productive relationship with all service users, stakeholders and public. Promotion of the values of the Host Trust and culture of transparency, accountability and responsibility. About us NEPSEC is an NHS collaborative service hosted by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHSFT. The Training centre is located in Wakefield with easy access to motorway and rail networks. You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives. Date posted 19 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8c Salary £74,290 to £85,601 a year pa/pro rata for part time staff Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 190-8874-DIR Job locations North of England Pathology and Screening Education Centre 3, Silkwood Business Park, Fryers Way Wakefield WF5 9TJ Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to Master level in Biomedical / Clinical Science, or equivalent experience. Registration with HCPC as Biomedical Scientist or Clinical Scientist Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Science NHSCSP or BSCC/IBMS Certificate of competence To have attained the RCPath / IBMS Certificate in Advanced Practice in Cervical Cytology Evidence of Continued Professional Development. Desirable Leadership / Management qualification or post graduate diploma, or equivalent experience. Experience Essential Experience in staff management in multiple supervisory positions and leading expanded and high complex teams. Experience in Training Course Planning. Proven leadership skills in a complex, challenging environment; strong, inclusive leadership style. Extensive experience of successful senior management in a complex pathology department within an organisation Extensive experience of management of staff in line with established HR policies. Demonstrable knowledge and experience of working with a wide range of management policies Understanding of the centre and wider NHS training agenda, and their application in an educational setting. Desirable Demonstrable experience of budget management including analysis and interpretation of highly complex principles and processes linked to income, expenditure and Extensive experience in Pathology training management. Proven track record in the development and delivery of business plans and business development cases which takes account of the organisation's strategic direction. Highly developed influencing and negotiation skills with excellent change management skills including major service reconfiguration. SKills and Knowledge Essential Relevant scientific and clinical knowledge appropriate to cytology. Proven leadership skills in a complex, challenging environment; strong, inclusive leadership style. Knowledge of the relevant standards, legislation, national and local policies and accreditation requirements relating to all aspects of service Excellent time management skills with the ability to deal with a number of conflicting priorities in a calm and professional manner working to demanding timescales Highly developed influencing and negotiation skills with excellent change management skills including major service reconfiguration Understanding of the NHS plan and improvement agenda in particular aspects relevant to pathology training requirements. Competent user of MS Office applications including MS Teams Able to communicate highly complex, sensitive, contentious or emotive information to individuals or groups in a clear and concise manner. Analytical and judgemental skills in evaluating complex ranges of issues including but not limited to Quality, Service Development, Organisational and Staffing Issues. Ability to anticipate problems, appraise risks and make effective decisions. Understanding of management and operational arrangements within the wider health community. Strong analytical skills; literacy, IT and numeracy skills with the ability to produce and deliver a range of documents or presentations for a wide variety of audiences. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to Master level in Biomedical / Clinical Science, or equivalent experience. Registration with HCPC as Biomedical Scientist or Clinical Scientist Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Science NHSCSP or BSCC/IBMS Certificate of competence To have attained the RCPath / IBMS Certificate in Advanced Practice in Cervical Cytology Evidence of Continued Professional Development. Desirable Leadership / Management qualification or post graduate diploma, or equivalent experience. Experience Essential Experience in staff management in multiple supervisory positions and leading expanded and high complex teams. Experience in Training Course Planning. Proven leadership skills in a complex, challenging environment; strong, inclusive leadership style. Extensive experience of successful senior management in a complex pathology department within an organisation Extensive experience of management of staff in line with established HR policies. Demonstrable knowledge and experience of working with a wide range of management policies Understanding of the centre and wider NHS training agenda, and their application in an educational setting. Desirable Demonstrable experience of budget management including analysis and interpretation of highly complex principles and processes linked to income, expenditure and Extensive experience in Pathology training management. Proven track record in the development and delivery of business plans and business development cases which takes account of the organisation's strategic direction. Highly developed influencing and negotiation skills with excellent change management skills including major service reconfiguration. SKills and Knowledge Essential Relevant scientific and clinical knowledge appropriate to cytology. Proven leadership skills in a complex, challenging environment; strong, inclusive leadership style. Knowledge of the relevant standards, legislation, national and local policies and accreditation requirements relating to all aspects of service Excellent time management skills with the ability to deal with a number of conflicting priorities in a calm and professional manner working to demanding timescales Highly developed influencing and negotiation skills with excellent change management skills including major service reconfiguration Understanding of the NHS plan and improvement agenda in particular aspects relevant to pathology training requirements. Competent user of MS Office applications including MS Teams Able to communicate highly complex, sensitive, contentious or emotive information to individuals or groups in a clear and concise manner. Analytical and judgemental skills in evaluating complex ranges of issues including but not limited to Quality, Service Development, Organisational and Staffing Issues. Ability to anticipate problems, appraise risks and make effective decisions. Understanding of management and operational arrangements within the wider health community. Strong analytical skills; literacy, IT and numeracy skills with the ability to produce and deliver a range of documents or presentations for a wide variety of audiences. 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 Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address North of England Pathology and Screening Education Centre 3, Silkwood Business Park, Fryers Way Wakefield WF5 9TJ Employer's website https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)