Blood Sciences Section Manager - Haematology
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Hwlffordd,
Wales,
United Kingdom
Health and Care
Research and Science
Skilled Worker
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Job posted on March 12, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Overview
We are inviting applications from committed, proactive, and suitably qualified HCPC‑registered Specialist Biomedical Scientists with experience in Haematology for the position of Haematology Section Manager within the Blood Sciences Department at Withybush General Hospital, Haverfordwest.
Applicants should be educated to MSc level or possess equivalent experience, hold an IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology, and demonstrate up‑to‑date knowledge of developments within the discipline. Evidence of relevant CPD in line with HCPC requirements is essential. Candidates must also have post‑registration clinical and technical experience at Specialist Biomedical Scientist level, together with in‑depth knowledge of complex laboratory instrumentation, analytical techniques, and QA/QC procedures.
The modernised Blood Sciences Laboratory delivers a comprehensive acute and routine service in Haematology, Coagulation, Blood Transfusion, Biochemistry, and an extensive POCT service. Effective communication skills are vital, and the successful candidate will be expected to work efficiently within the team while providing strong leadership and management. As a registered training laboratory, we actively promote a culture of learning, development, and professional progression, offering an environment where staff are supported to grow and excel.
Main duties of the job
The appointed candidate will take a leading role in managing the Haematology and Coagulation sections of the Blood Sciences Laboratory, overseeing the day‑to‑day operational delivery of these essential services. They will provide expert advice to service users, evaluate new methodologies, and actively contribute to the development, growth, and optimisation of the service in collaboration with the Health Board Service Manager and Consultant Clinical staff.
The Haematology Section benefits from a modern equipment portfolio, including Siemens Advia 2120i Haematology analysers, the Cellavision Digital Morphology System, Werfen TOPS Coagulation analysers, and associated Haematology systems. The individual appointed to this role will play a pivotal part in ensuring the service remains robust, responsive, and aligned with the evolving needs of its users.
They will deliver professional, technical, and managerial leadership to all Haematology staff, taking responsibility for training, competency assessment, and the monitoring of work practices in accordance with United Kingdom Accreditation Services (UKAS) Limited standards. The successful candidate will also share responsibility for managing staff absence and annual leave.
The department operates a contractual shift pattern supporting Round‑the‑Clock Services, and participation in the out‑of‑hours rota for Haematology, Coagulation, and Blood Transfusion will form part of the role.
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:
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.
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR APPLICANTS: Applications for our roles are carefully reviewed and shortlisted based on specific criteria, which varies from job to job. Using a generic application to apply for multiple roles or relying on automated AI application services, such as Lazy Apply or AI Apply, may not provide the necessary information, leading to your application being overlooked. To ensure your application is given full consideration, we recommend submitting a tailored application that directly addresses the criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the advert.
By submitting your application to NHS Jobs/Trac, you are giving your consent for elements of your application data to be transferred to the NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) and other secure, internal NHS Workforce systems in order to support and manage your recruitment and employment within your employing organisation; to be used by Recruitment for purposes of checking your Professional Registration online (where applicable).
These processes are in line with Fair and Lawful processing in line with current Data Protection Legislation especially those in relation to your personal or sensitive personal data (sensitive personal data is defined as any declared physical or mental health conditions, racial or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, trade union membership, political opinion, religious beliefs). As an organisation, we ensure that the legislation defining confidentiality is observed such as use of data for specific, defined purposes, and use of data that is relevant and not excessive whilst practicing data accuracy and security of all held personal identifiable information (PII)
If you are successfully appointed, by completing the application form you authorise the UHB to obtain any previous NHS service details including all electronically held sickness information, via the Inter Authority Transfer process on the national Electronic Staff Record (ESR).
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
APPLY NOW
We are inviting applications from committed, proactive, and suitably qualified HCPC‑registered Specialist Biomedical Scientists with experience in Haematology for the position of Haematology Section Manager within the Blood Sciences Department at Withybush General Hospital, Haverfordwest.
Applicants should be educated to MSc level or possess equivalent experience, hold an IBMS Specialist Diploma in Haematology, and demonstrate up‑to‑date knowledge of developments within the discipline. Evidence of relevant CPD in line with HCPC requirements is essential. Candidates must also have post‑registration clinical and technical experience at Specialist Biomedical Scientist level, together with in‑depth knowledge of complex laboratory instrumentation, analytical techniques, and QA/QC procedures.
The modernised Blood Sciences Laboratory delivers a comprehensive acute and routine service in Haematology, Coagulation, Blood Transfusion, Biochemistry, and an extensive POCT service. Effective communication skills are vital, and the successful candidate will be expected to work efficiently within the team while providing strong leadership and management. As a registered training laboratory, we actively promote a culture of learning, development, and professional progression, offering an environment where staff are supported to grow and excel.
Main duties of the job
The appointed candidate will take a leading role in managing the Haematology and Coagulation sections of the Blood Sciences Laboratory, overseeing the day‑to‑day operational delivery of these essential services. They will provide expert advice to service users, evaluate new methodologies, and actively contribute to the development, growth, and optimisation of the service in collaboration with the Health Board Service Manager and Consultant Clinical staff.
The Haematology Section benefits from a modern equipment portfolio, including Siemens Advia 2120i Haematology analysers, the Cellavision Digital Morphology System, Werfen TOPS Coagulation analysers, and associated Haematology systems. The individual appointed to this role will play a pivotal part in ensuring the service remains robust, responsive, and aligned with the evolving needs of its users.
They will deliver professional, technical, and managerial leadership to all Haematology staff, taking responsibility for training, competency assessment, and the monitoring of work practices in accordance with United Kingdom Accreditation Services (UKAS) Limited standards. The successful candidate will also share responsibility for managing staff absence and annual leave.
The department operates a contractual shift pattern supporting Round‑the‑Clock Services, and participation in the out‑of‑hours rota for Haematology, Coagulation, and Blood Transfusion will form part of the role.
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
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.
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR APPLICANTS: Applications for our roles are carefully reviewed and shortlisted based on specific criteria, which varies from job to job. Using a generic application to apply for multiple roles or relying on automated AI application services, such as Lazy Apply or AI Apply, may not provide the necessary information, leading to your application being overlooked. To ensure your application is given full consideration, we recommend submitting a tailored application that directly addresses the criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the advert.
By submitting your application to NHS Jobs/Trac, you are giving your consent for elements of your application data to be transferred to the NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) and other secure, internal NHS Workforce systems in order to support and manage your recruitment and employment within your employing organisation; to be used by Recruitment for purposes of checking your Professional Registration online (where applicable).
These processes are in line with Fair and Lawful processing in line with current Data Protection Legislation especially those in relation to your personal or sensitive personal data (sensitive personal data is defined as any declared physical or mental health conditions, racial or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, trade union membership, political opinion, religious beliefs). As an organisation, we ensure that the legislation defining confidentiality is observed such as use of data for specific, defined purposes, and use of data that is relevant and not excessive whilst practicing data accuracy and security of all held personal identifiable information (PII)
If you are successfully appointed, by completing the application form you authorise the UHB to obtain any previous NHS service details including all electronically held sickness information, via the Inter Authority Transfer process on the national Electronic Staff Record (ESR).
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.