Specialist Biomedical Scientist
LocationLondon, England, United Kingdom
Posted At3/16/2026
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Occupation Type
Biochemists and biomedical scientists
Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled
Sponsorship Salary Threshold
£45,900
(£23.54 per hour)
Occupation rate applies
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Description
An opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic band 6 Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist to join our friendly and dedicated Blood Sciences team at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.
NWLP operates as a hub and spoke model for the provision of pathology services, with Chelsea and Westminster operating as one of the spoke sites.
The successful candidate will be expected to rotate through laboratory sections and appropriate training will be given. The laboratory is covered for 24 hours every day, and you would be expected to participate in the shifts including late, weekend and night shifts which contribute to the continuity and quality of care for patients in the Trust hospitals. Staff are expected to travel across our six hospital sites when required.
Applications are sought from self-motivating individuals who are currently registered with the HCPC. You will possess post registration experience in a Haematology and Blood Transfusion laboratory with demonstrable morphology skills.
Completion of the Specialist Certificate in Transfusion Science Practice and/or the IBMS Specialist Diploma will be essential.
Please note for this role - we will be giving an extra £4,000 on top of your salary payable in six terms monthly periods as part of our recruitment and retention premium (subject to and conditions being met).
Applicants who have been interviewed for this position in the last 6 months need not re-apply.
NWLP operates as a hub and spoke model for the provision of pathology services, with Chelsea and Westminster operating as one of the spoke sites.
The successful candidate will be expected to rotate through laboratory sections and appropriate training will be given. The laboratory is covered for 24 hours every day, and you would be expected to participate in the shifts including late, weekend and night shifts which contribute to the continuity and quality of care for patients in the Trust hospitals. Staff are expected to travel across our six hospital sites when required.
Applications are sought from self-motivating individuals who are currently registered with the HCPC. You will possess post registration experience in a Haematology and Blood Transfusion laboratory with demonstrable morphology skills.
Completion of the Specialist Certificate in Transfusion Science Practice and/or the IBMS Specialist Diploma will be essential.
Please note for this role - we will be giving an extra £4,000 on top of your salary payable in six terms monthly periods as part of our recruitment and retention premium (subject to and conditions being met).
Applicants who have been interviewed for this position in the last 6 months need not re-apply.
- Collaborate effectively within the department to deliver a professional clinical laboratory service.
NWLP Induction
The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.
For 2026, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.
Monday 13 April 2026
Monday 11 May 2026
Monday 1 June 2026
Monday 6 July 2026
Monday 3 August 2026
Monday 7 September 2026
Monday 5 October 2026
Monday 2 November 2026
Monday 7 December 2026
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Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dunstan Vincent Job title: Blood Transfusion Laboratory Manager Email address: dunstan.vincent@nhs.net Telephone number: 02033158094
Relocation expenses may be available in line with the Trust’s Relocation Expenses Policy please feel free to get in touch to discuss further or mention this if you are invited for an interview.
Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dunstan Vincent Job title: Blood Transfusion Laboratory Manager Email address: dunstan.vincent@nhs.net Telephone number: 02033158094
Relocation expenses may be available in line with the Trust’s Relocation Expenses Policy please feel free to get in touch to discuss further or mention this if you are invited for an interview.