Biomedical Scientist​/Specialist Biomedical Scientist

Job Summary

Are you interested in a career in Biomedical science? Then this is the opportunity for you. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5/6 Biomedical Scientist to join our Biochemistry team in the Blood Sciences department.

Blood Sciences at Broomfield Hospital is a friendly department that incorporates Biochemistry, Blood Transfusion, Haematology, Immunology and Sample Reception. The department provides analytical services for the Mid Essex Trust, St Andrews Burns Unit and other NHS & non‑NHS providers. Biochemistry also provides the Maternal Serum Screening service for the area.

Please note that this vacancy may close early due to number of applications.

The department provides analytical services for the Mid Essex Trust, St Andrews Burns Unit and other NHS / non‑NHS providers. The department is equipped with Beckman automation, E411, CZE for proteins, HPLC and Kryptors for Down service, with Enterprise as the laboratory computer system in use. The department is fully UKAS ISO
15189 accredited.

The department regularly holds lunchtime seminars and we have a full‑time Training Lead in post across Blood Sciences to support training needs. You must be keen to develop your knowledge and skills but to also develop others.

For band 6 Specialist Portfolio or relevant post registration experience.

The post‑holder will be required to obtain and maintain competency in all relevant areas of the laboratory.

Once competent the post will require shift work on our 24/7 rota working nights, lates and weekends.

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well‑being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

• Date posted: 30 December 2025
• Pay scheme:
  Agenda for change
• Band: 5
• Salary: £31,049 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
• Contract:
  
  Fixed term
• Duration: 12 months
• Working pattern:
  Full‑time
• Reference number: 390‑CSS‑BR‑9651
• Job locations:
  Broomfield, Court road, Chelmsford, CM1 7ET

If you are looking for an exciting Biomedical Scientist/Specialist Biomedical Scientist role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

• Education & Qualification (Essential): HCPC registered.
• Education & Qualification (Desirable): Specialist Portfolio or equivalent.
• Knowledge & Experience (Essential): Demonstrable post registration experience.
• Knowledge & Experience (Desirable): Demonstrable post registration experience required for Band 6.
• Qualifications (Essential): IBMS accredited BSc Hons in Biomedical Science or equivalent.
• Qualifications (Desirable): Started specialist portfolio.
• Knowledge and Experience (Desirable): Understanding of Quality Assurance principles and other Quality procedures.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Broomfield, Court road, Chelmsford, CM1 7ET

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