Main area Blood Sciences Grade Band 6/Annex 21 Contract Permanent: One full time (37.5hrs/wk) and one part time (18.75hrs/wk) role. Will need to work Out of Hours rota for Haematology and Blood Transfusion when competent. Hours
* Full time
* Part time
37.5 hours per week (Will need to join the Out of Hours rota when competent) Job ref 100-HS023-0725
Employer Hywel Dda University Health Board Employer type NHS Site Bronglais General Hospital Town Aberystwyth Salary per annum (pro rata if part time) Closing 07/09/2025 23:59 Interview date 15/09/2025
Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Annex 21
Band 6/Annex 21
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Job overview
We are currently looking for two enthusiastic, motivated, suitably qualified and experienced HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientists for a Specialist BMS role within the Blood Sciences Department, Ceredigion Division of Hywel Dda University Health Board at Bronglais General Hospital, Aberystwyth.
Both vacancies are for permanent posts in the Haematology and Blood Transfusion section. One is full time (37.5 hrs/wk) and one is part time (18.75 hrs/wk).
Aberystwyth is a vibrant seaside and university town in west Wales, offering a relaxed pace of life with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, including coastal and inland walking, mountain biking, watersports, nature reserves etc. This post is ideally suited for someone wanting to work in a smaller laboratory where you get to be part of a friendly team and will have hands-on experience in all areas.
The laboratory provides services in Haematology, Coagulation, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry, and currently runs a fully automated platform with Haematology analysers being Siemens Advias, Coagulation, Werfen TOPS analysers, Ortho Vision platforms for Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry is the Roche Cobas Pro system and a Specialised Chemistry section.
The successful candidate will be primarily based at the Bronglais General Hospital site which sits within the Ceredigion Division of Hywel Dda University Health Board.
Main duties of the job
This post is advertised as a Band 6 and ideally candidates for this role must have achieved the Specialist Diploma. However applicants who are HCPC registered but who do not currently hold the qualification for the Band 6 role, are encouraged to apply and, if successful, will need to attain the qualification within 3 years and will be appointed under Annex 21 rules.
This means they will be supported by a development plan. During the first year payment will be 65% of the top of Band 6, in the second year 70% and third year 75%. Once the Specialist Diploma has been achieved, the post holder will then be paid at Band 6 (minimum point on the scale).
Support and supervision will be provided in order to develop the
successful applicant to the Band 6 role. Failureto achieve the qualification and required competencies in the designated timeframe could result in re-deployment.
As part of the Annex 21 process, there is no financial penalty to those who apply for this role where the percentage will cause a reduction in pay, subsequently a local protection would be put in place until the pay has caught up.
The department operates a contractual shift pattern supporting Round the Clock Services, and out of hours working on the Haematology / Blood Transfusion rota maybe required as part of this role.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 15/09/2025
Person specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
* Hons. degree in Biomedical Science/Life Science
* Specialist Diploma or equivalent
* HCPC Registration
* Evidence of CPD
* Knowledge of Pathology Quality Assurance
Experience
* Prior experience as a Registered Biomedical Scientist
* Indepth knowledge of complex laboratory instrumentation
* Technical ability to troubleshoot, repair, advise or provide in-depth information relevant to specialty
Language Skills
Hywel Dda University Health Board operates a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
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Name Elen Howells Job title Blood Sciences Section Manager Email address elen.m.howells@wales.nhs.uk Telephone number 01970 635786 Additional information
Soosai Alphonse, Blood Sciences Section Manager (Haematology)
Tel 01970 635713 soosai.alphonse@wales.nhs.uk
Vimal Stanley, Blood Bank Manager
Tel 01970 635714 or vimal.stanley@wales.nhs.uk
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