# SHSCT Advanced Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Cellular Pathology Band 7 > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Southern Health and Social Care Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/shsct-advanced-specialist-biomedical-scientist-cellular-pathology-band-7/78d06264-3d87-4c0d-924f-7bbc3f13bc47 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/shsct-advanced-specialist-biomedical-scientist-cellular-pathology-band-7/78d06264-3d87-4c0d-924f-7bbc3f13bc47.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Southern Health and Social Care Trust - **Town:** Craigavon - **Region:** South - **Country:** Northern Ireland - **Profession:** Health science services - **Grade:** Band 7 - **Salary:** £47,810 - £54,710 - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Closing date:** 2026-07-23T16:00:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-09T15:29:38.589Z - **Source information URL:** https://jobs.hscni.net/Job/48065/shsct-advanced-specialist-biomedical-scientist--cellular-pathology-band-7 - **Application URL:** https://jobs-app.hscni.net/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/hrrcf_a_posting_apply?PARAM=cG9zdF9pbnN0X2d1aWQ9MDA1MDU2OTNGMzJDMUZFMTlFRjQ0MTdERkE3RkE3QTgmY2FuZF90eXBlPWU%3d - **Employer website:** https://southerntrust.hscni.net ## Job Content ### Job details - Branch: Craigavon Area Hospital (SHSCT) - Location: Craigavon Area Hosp-Main Building - Directorate: Adult Community Services - Salary: Band 7 (£47,810 - £54,710) - Contract Type: Permanent - Opening Date: 09/07/26 - Closes: Thu, 23 July 2026 @ 4:00 PM - Interview Dates: TBC ### Notes If you are submitting a manual application, please post it to: Recruitment Shared Services, Rosewood Villa, Longstone Hospital Site, 73 Loughgall Road, Armagh, BT61 7PR. Applications received after the advertised closing date/time cannot be considered, so please allow enough time for postage. A waiting list may be created for similar posts that may arise while the waiting list is live, this may include temporary or part-time posts. This will be managed in line with the updated HSC waiting list principles effective from 1 April 2026. Where a part-time waiting list is required, one part-time waiting list will be created- regardless of any specific hours advertised, this waiting list will cover all future vacancies where part-time posts arise. A part-time post is defined as any post that has less than 37.5 hours per week. Please remember to save or print a copy of the job description before submitting your application, as it will not be accessible afterwards. Flexible Working We welcome flexible working requests from day one. All HSC organisations offer a range of flexible working options. The options available for this post will depend on the requirements of the role. Find out more about flexible working options on our website. ### JOB DESCRIPTION ### JOB TITLE Advanced Specialist Biomedical Scientist – Cellular Pathology ### BAND Band 7 ### DIRECTORATE Acute Services ### DEPARTMENT/DIVISION Pathology & Laboratory Service, Cancer and Clinical Services Division ### INITIAL LOCATION Cellular Pathology Laboratory, Craigavon Area Hospital ### REPORTS TO Lead Biomedical Scientist, Cellular Pathology Laboratory ### ACCOUNTABLE TO Head of Laboratory Services ### JOB SUMMARY The post holder will undertake the role of advanced specialised Biomedical Scientist to lead a department/ section(s) to make sure that the service is delivered to the required standards and quality. They will join a team of Advanced Specialist Biomedical Scientists within the Cellular Pathology department, who are responsible for all aspects of sample processing. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring the efficient day to day running of this section within Cellular Pathology. The post holder will lead appointed department/ section(s) within the Cellular Pathology Laboratory. They will work closely with the management team to manage a team of scientific and support staff. The post-holder will play a key role in the modernisation of the service and be involved in a range of improvement initiatives across the service The post holder will be expected to provide evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in cellular pathology. The post holder must hold and maintain Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration. ### KEY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES Service Delivery Responsible for the day to day running of the appointed department/section(s) within the Cellular Pathology laboratory, understanding the principles of and the performance of all procedures relating to this area of activity. Responsible for the supervision and training of other grades of staff, providing personal and direct supervision to appropriate levels of staff as required. Ensure accuracy of tests performance and results within the section. Be responsible for updating and maintaining accurate patient information held within the pathology systems. Manage the technical activities of the relevant department/section(s) in accordance with trust and departmental policy and to regulatory standards. Understand the principles and the performance of all diagnostic procedures in section of responsibility. Ensure that all patient samples and all peripheral tasks are successfully performed in accordance with approved laboratory Standard Operating Procedures. Manage workflow and problem solving within the laboratory, understanding the impact on other sections and alerting the Cellular Pathology Lead if service delivery may be compromised. Set and monitor maintenance schedules, and act as a source of expertise for troubleshooting and maintenance, co-ordinating with company engineers and laboratory staff to ensure minimal disruption and continuity of service. Record and manage laboratory equipment, service history information, and ensure equipment failures are managed appropriately in a timely fashion. Ensure that ordering of stocks of reagents, chemicals, consumables and any non-capital equipment are appropriate for service delivery. Maintain competency in relevant areas and continue to develop in the practice of pathology techniques keeping up to date with RCPath data sets. Assist in the production of key performance indicators and environmental monitoring information. Assist in administration duties of the overall Cellular Pathology Laboratory as a team of Advanced Scientists. Ensure that the needs of patients, clients and their carers are at the core of the way the services are delivered. To maintain good and effective communication skills. Attend all relevant meetings, including Quality meeting, providing regular review of Internal Quality Control procedures and External Quality Assessment programmes and to ensure prompt action where failures occur. Available / able to work any 5 days out of 7 over the 24-hour period, which may include on-call / stand-by / sleep-in duties, shifts, night duty, weekends and Public Holidays if required immediately on appointment or at a later stage following commencement in response to changing demands of the service Carry out any other duties not specified above, but which might be reasonably expected of a Biomedical Scientist Band 7. Quality & Governance Responsible for ensuring training and competency is fully documented in line with IS015189 requirements. Responsible for the maintenance and updating of all relevant Standard Operating Procedures in line with relevant regulations and guidelines as relevant, including ISO15189 and ensure they are consistent with the quality policy of the laboratory. Partake and contribute to the laboratory audit programme Responsible for ensuring that the ethical and moral dimensions of practice are followed. Lead, record and review investigations into errors and adverse incidents. Trend incidents and related issues to help identify opportunities for future improvement or changes to practice, where appropriate. Understand and implement Internal Quality Control procedures and External Quality Assessment programmes and to ensure prompt action where failures or declining performance trends occur. Ensure procedures are documented and are accurate in line with document control policy. Ensure that all diagnostic tests/ equipment have been adequately validated and verified for accuracy of performance and are reviewed as required. Leadership & People Management Train others in their practice according to laboratory standards and provide mentoring. Lead the team of scientific and support staff in accordance with Trust and departmental policy and to regulatory standards. Undertake HR related management duties as assigned and in line with the trust polices. Draw up staff rotas which allow staff to experience a wide range of analytical activities. Participate in annual performance review and appraisal of self and staff within the cellular pathology laboratory Research & Development The post holder is expected to direct agreed scientific development, improvement, and research performed by scientific and medical staff in the department. Health & Safety Maintain health and safety protocols/standards in the laboratory working area. Ensure that all procedures are carried out according to laboratory safety rules and are consistent with Trust policies and recognise and accept safety regulations, guidelines and policy. Ensure H&S risk assessments are completed on the tasks and environment of the laboratory Collaborative Working Cooperate with all staff in Cellular Pathology, other departments and other Trusts in the promotion of an integrated and efficient laboratory service. ### HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES The Trust supports and promotes a culture of collective leadership where those who have responsibility for managing other staff: Establish and promote a supportive, fair and open culture that encourages and enables all parts of the team to have clearly aligned goals and objectives, to meet the required performance standards and to achieve continuous improvement in the services they deliver. Ensure access to skills and personal development through appropriate training and support. Promote a culture of openness and honesty to enable shared learning. Encourage and empower others in their team to achieve their goals and reach their full potential through regular supportive conversation and shared decision making. Adhere to and promote Trust policy and procedure in all staffing matters, participating as appropriate in a way which underpins Trust values. ### RAISING CONCERNS – RESPONSIBILITIES The post holder will promote and support effective team working, fostering a culture of openness and transparency. The post holder will ensure that they take all concerns raised with them seriously and act in accordance with the Trust’s ‘Your Right to Raise a Concern (Whistleblowing)’ policy and their professional code of conduct, where applicable. The post holder will, in the event of a concern being raised with them, ensure that it is managed correctly under the Trust’s ‘Your Right to Raise a Concern (Whistleblowing)’ policy and ensure feedback/learning is communicated at individual, team and organisational level. ### PERSONAL AND PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES (PPI) Involve patients, clients, carers and the wider community where relevant, in developing, planning, delivering and evaluating our services in a meaningful and effective way, as part of the Trust’s ongoing commitment to Personal Public Involvement (PPI) and Co-Production. Further information is available at Personal and Public Involvement (PPI) - Involving you, Improving Care ### GENERAL REQUIREMENTS ### The post holder will be required to Ensure the Trust’s policy on equality of opportunity is promoted through his/her own actions and those of any staff for whom he/she has responsibility. Co-operate fully with the implementation of the Trust's Health and Safety arrangements, reporting any accidents/incidents/equipment defects to his/her manager, and maintaining a clean, uncluttered and safe environment for patients/clients, members of the public and staff. ### Adhere at all times to all Trust policies/codes of conduct, including for example Smoke Free policy IT Security Policy and Code of Conduct standards of attendance, appearance and behaviour Contribute to ensuring the highest standards of environmental cleanliness within your designated area of work. Co-operate fully with regard to Trust policies and procedures relating to infection prevention and control. All employees of the Trust are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their business within the Trust including patients/clients, corporate and administrative records whether paper-based or electronic and also including emails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 the Environmental Information Regulations 2004, the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Employees are required to be conversant with the Trust’s policy and procedures on records management and to seek advice if in doubt. Take responsibility for their own ongoing learning and development, in order to maximise his/her potential and continue to meet the demands of the post. Represent the Trust’s commitment to providing the highest possible standard of service to patients/clients and members of the public, by treating all those with whom he/she comes into contact in the course of work, in a pleasant, courteous and respectful manner. This job description will be subject to review in the light of changing circumstances and is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the individual works. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the grade may be assigned from time to time. It is a standard condition that all Trust staff may be required to serve at any location within the Trust's area, as needs of the service demand. \ ### PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION JOB TITLE Advanced Specialist Biomedical Scientist – Cellular Pathology ### BAND 7 ### DEPARTMENT / DIRECTORATE Acute ### SALARY TBC ### HOURS 37.5 ### Notes to applicants You must clearly demonstrate on your application form under each question, how you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. You should clearly demonstrate this for both the essential and desirable criteria. Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the essential criteria set out in Section 1 below, using the information provided by you on your application form. . Proof of qualifications and/or professional registration will be required if an offer of employment is made – if you are unable to provide this, the offer may be withdrawn. ### ESSENTIAL CRITERIA SECTION 1: The following are ESSENTIAL criteria which will initially be measured at shortlisting stage although may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form whether or not you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted. The stage in the process when the criteria will be measured is stated below. Factor Criteria Method of Assessment Experience At least 3 years’ post-registration experience in Cellular Pathology at BMS 6 level. Shortlisting by Application Form Qualifications/ Registration Registered Biomedical Scientist with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Member or Fellow of the IBMS MSc or IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology Shortlisting by Application Form SECTION 2: The following are ESSENTIAL criteria which will be measured during the interview/ selection stage: Skills / Abilities Able to provide evidence of past personal and professional development which impacts on his/ her laboratory practice. Ability to work effectively within a team to achieve objectives Ability to train and supervise other staff members. Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines Interview Knowledge Advanced knowledge and interpretation of cellular pathology Management of a cellular pathology service against ISO15189 Interview Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will need to demonstrate at interview that they have the required competencies to be effective in this demanding leadership role. The competencies concerned are set out in the NHS Healthcare Leadership Model, details of which can be found at http://www.leadershipacademy.nhs.uk/resources/healthcare-leadership-model. Particular attention will be given to the following dimensions: Inspiring shared purpose Leading with care Evaluating information Connecting our service Sharing the vision Engaging the team Holding to account Developing capability Influencing for results. As part of the Recruitment & Selection process it may be necessary for the Trust to carry out an Enhanced Disclosure Check through Access NI before any appointment to this post can be confirmed. ### THE TRUST IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER ### Successful applicants may be required to attend for a Health Assessment can expect to be placed at the minimum point of the pay scale, although a higher starting salary, within the range of the pay band may be available if the person appointed has experience relevant & equivalent to the post. If the successful candidate is an existing HSC employee moving to a higher band, AfC Pay on Promotion will apply. are able to request Flexible Working from the 1st day of their employment. A number of flexible working provisions are offered by all HSC Organisations including Full-time working, Part-time working, Job-share depending on the role being undertaken. Successful applicants are encouraged to discuss with their manager what Flexible Working provisions may be available in the role they are taking up, prior to commencing employment, to help them achieve a positive Work/Life Balance. All staff are expected to display the HSC Values at all times ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.