Job 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 Westminister operating as one of the spoke sites.



You will be working with new, state-of-the-art analysers including Abbott Alinity HQ Haematology analysers, Stago StarMax2 Haemostasis analysers, Alifax ESR Technology, and BioRad IH1000 Blood Grouping analyser.



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. An MSc in a relevant subject will be desirable but not essential. You should also demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills in addition to possessing competent IT skills.



We are committed to your personal and professional development and you will have opportunities to fulfil your potential with NWLP. Applicants must have a desire to learn and develop within our busy laboratories.



Collaborate effectively within the department to deliver a professional clinical laboratory service.



Perform core scientific and interpretive work in line with the qualifications of a Registered Healthcare Scientist.



Participate in appropriate training courses and continuous professional development (CPD) programs.



Supervise unqualified staff and deputise for section leaders as needed.



Provide specialist clinical technical services, including involvement in research and audit activities.



Delivery of comprehensive diagnostic services while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.



Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.



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 2025/26, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.



Monday 3 November 2025

Monday 1 December 2025

Monday 5 January 2026

Monday 2 February 2026

Monday 2 March 2026

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



Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.



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 overviews please view the attachment with the job advert.