Job summary

A modernised clinical pathology service, proud to deliver excellence for users, patients and staff.

A wonderful 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 Clinical Biochemistry and Serology team at Charing Cross Hospital. The vacancy is in the clinical Biochemistry Department and the successful candidate will be trained on both departments.

The laboratory is covered 24 hours every day and the successful candidate would be expected to participate in the day worker rota that will require to work on weekend days on rotational basis. Day staff are also expected to cover night shifts based on service requirment. Staffs' are expected to travel across our six hospital sites when required.

The laboratory has IBMS training approval for training for Registration and Specialist Portfolios in Blood Sciences.Previous experience in a multi-discipline environment and automated instruments or Abbott Alinity would be an advantage.

Applicants must have a desire to learn and develop within our busy laboratories.We are committed to your personal and professional development and you will have opportunities to fulfil your potential with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

We look forward to hearing from you.

Main duties of the job

• 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.

About us

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.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Induction

The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] 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 [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] induction during their first week with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

For 2026, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.

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.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Biomedical Science degree or equivalent which is acceptable by the IBMS /HCPC for registration
• HCPC Registration and clear understanding of Code of Conduct and Professional Standards of the HCPC.
• IBMS Specialist Diploma or demonstrate the equivalent depth and breadth of knowledge in the relevant discipline evidenced by competency documents or equivalent
• Actively involved in Continuing Professional Development.

Skills

Essential

• Good practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
• Good interpretive skills at bench level
• Able to provide judgment on a range of complex problems
• Able to prioritise work according to demand and urgency.

Desirable

• Customer Service experience

Experience

Essential

• A good working knowledge of specialist subject in relevant discipline
• Use of Pathology computer systems

Desirable

• Previous experience in a large busy laboratory

Additional details

Date posted: 06 May 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £47,951 to £56,863 a year pa inclusive

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 290-NWLP-411

Job locations: Charing Cross Hospital, London, W6 8RF

Employer: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Employer's website: https://www.nwlpathology.nhs.uk/

Contact: Clinical Biochemistry Lead, Sugirtha Jeyakumar - [contact hidden]

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.