Biomedical Scientist Team Manager - Education and Training
Job summary
Applications are invited from HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientists for the above post who have a keen interest in training and education. A strong background in Immunology and/or Virology is essential, alongside the ability to communicate effectively with the pathology team and senior staff within the wider hospital. Support is available to further develop your management skills. There will be a commitment to weekend working on a rota basis.
Main duties of the job
* Oversee the training and education aspects of the laboratory team and coordinating and monitoring the work of rotating staff. This will include ensuring completion of training logs, competence assessments, investigating training resources, maintenance of associated documents on eQMS, co-ordination of IBMS portfolios and participating in departmental appraisal scheme for staff
* Work alongside the Virology and Immunology team managers to coordinate the delivery of the Virology/Immunology service and deputise for the operational manager in their absence.
About Us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county. Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':
* Being a clinically led organisation
* Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
* A positive patient experience every time
* A great place to work
* Managing our money well
Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.
Details
* Date posted: 02 October 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: 7
* Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum, pro rata
* Contract: Fixed term
* Duration: 6 months
* Working pattern: Part-time
* Location: Cumberland Infirmary, Newtown Road, Carlisle, CA2 7HY
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.
Legal and eligibility
Please note: due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may not be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility prior to applying. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. DBS costs may be deducted from salary.
Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant schemes: applicants meeting essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for eligible posts.
Benefits
* 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 days after 10 years
* Flexible working scheme
* NHS Discounts
* Salary sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
* Excellent opportunities for development
* Competitive NHS Pension scheme
* Vivup counselling service
Essential and Desirable Qualifications
Qualifications and experience are listed in the original person specification:
* Essential – BSc in biomedical science or equivalent; HCPC registration; MSc in healthcare science or equivalent
* Desirable – Foundation management certificate or equivalent; IT skills (EITS) or equivalent
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Continuing professional development with portfolio
* Specialist knowledge in area of practice; EQA and IQA procedures
* Technical competence with ability to supervise staff; leadership and people management
* Ability to deputise for the operational manager and to organise rotas and training
Person Specification
* Flexible approach to working patterns; able to travel between sites
* Essential – Commitment to CPD
* Desirable – Driving licence
Contact
Employer: North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Cumberland Infirmary, Newtown Road, Carlisle, CA2 7HY
Employer's website: https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/
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