Haematology and Blood Transfusion Service Manager
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Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Haematology and Blood Transfusion Service Manager
The closing date is 29 September 2026
Job summary
This is a permanent post to provide strategic leadership and management for the Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Phlebotomy service across the UHB, as befitting a prestigious Teaching Hospital Laboratory Service.
The post holder will work closely with the Head of Service (Laboratory Clinical Director) and Director of Operations for Clinical Diagnostics and Therapeutics. They will have responsibility for the day to day management of the human, physical and information resources available in order to ensure the continuous improvement and delivery of a high-quality service, as required by service stakeholders, is provided. In addition, responsibilities extend to provision of specialist reference services to other hospitals across Wales and the rest of the UK.
The post covers UHW, UHL and Velindre sites and is responsible for the following services, Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Phlebotomy services, and extending to the provision of specialist laboratory services, Immunophenotyping, Haemostasis and Thrombosis, Stem Cell Processing Unit and Haemoglobinopathy to other UHBs in Wales and the UK.
The post holder is also responsible for ensuring the department works within a quality management framework in order to retain UKAS, MHRA, & HTA accreditation.
Main duties of the job
As the Service Manager for the Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Phlebotomy services the post holder will have responsibility for managing all aspects of the delivery of the service and will be expected to support the teams in maintaining the exemplary high standard of quality and care which the service currently provides.
In doing so you will be a budget holder for the service ensuring that financial controls are established and maintained.
You will lead and manage the teams, within the scope of the policies and procedures of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board to ensure the performance and quality of their work is of the highest standards.
You will be overall responsible for the quality management of the department, ensuring the department works within a quality management framework in order to retain UKAS, MHRA, & HTA accreditation.
The post holder will work collaboratively with colleagues, the lab teams, Clinical Leads, Service Managers in Laboratory Medicine and the Clinical Board.
The successful applicant will uphold the values and behaviours of the organisation and lead by example.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Details
Date posted
15 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£67,583 to £78,530 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
001-HS040-0926
Job locations
University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, and University Hospital Llandough, Penarth
Heath Park Way
Cardiff
CF14 4XW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The key aspects of this role are leadership, service delivery and improvement, financial and performance management, risk management and governance, workforce management and application of knowledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The key aspects of this role are leadership, service delivery and improvement, financial and performance management, risk management and governance, workforce management and application of knowledge.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc (Biomedical Science) or equivalent
- Registration with HCPC
- Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical Science (FIBMS) or equivalent
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Post graduate management qualification (Diploma level or equivalent)
Desirable
- Chartered Scientist
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at a post specialist/supervisory level
- Experience of managing a laboratory department or large sub-section
- Experience of initiating and managing large scale change within a service
Desirable
- Project management
- Financial management
- Use of improvement techniques e.g. LEAN
Skills
Essential
- Facilitation/delegation
- Excellent Interpersonal skills
- Analytical
- Ability to work under pressure and maintain high work standards
- Well-developed communication skills, and the ability to explain complex information
- Expert knowledge LIMS systems
Desirable
- Staff development and appraisal skills
- Team based working development skills
Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- Proven track record of achieving results
- Health & Safety / Quality management
Desirable
- Specialist knowledge of at least one area of the laboratory. Knowledge of UK and WG Health Service initiatives
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Leader/Visionary/ Innovator
- Self-motivated
- Flexible, adaptable & dynamic approach to work
- Ability to motivate others
Other
Essential
- Understands and supports the UHB core values and behaviours
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc (Biomedical Science) or equivalent
- Registration with HCPC
- Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical Science (FIBMS) or equivalent
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Post graduate management qualification (Diploma level or equivalent)
Desirable
- Chartered Scientist
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at a post specialist/supervisory level
- Experience of managing a laboratory department or large sub-section
- Experience of initiating and managing large scale change within a service
Desirable
- Project management
- Financial management
- Use of improvement techniques e.g. LEAN
Skills
Essential
- Facilitation/delegation
- Excellent Interpersonal skills
- Analytical
- Ability to work under pressure and maintain high work standards
- Well-developed communication skills, and the ability to explain complex information
- Expert knowledge LIMS systems
Desirable
- Staff development and appraisal skills
- Team based working development skills
Specialist Knowledge
Essential
- Proven track record of achieving results
- Health & Safety / Quality management
Desirable
- Specialist knowledge of at least one area of the laboratory. Knowledge of UK and WG Health Service initiatives
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Leader/Visionary/ Innovator
- Self-motivated
- Flexible, adaptable & dynamic approach to work
- Ability to motivate others
Other
Essential
- Understands and supports the UHB core values and behaviours
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
Certificate of 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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
Certificate of 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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address
University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, and University Hospital Llandough, Penarth
Heath Park Way
Cardiff
CF14 4XW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address
University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, and University Hospital Llandough, Penarth
Heath Park Way
Cardiff
CF14 4XW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Directorate Manager Laboratory Services
Sian Jones
Details
Date posted
15 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£67,583 to £78,530 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
001-HS040-0926
Job locations
University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, and University Hospital Llandough, Penarth
Heath Park Way
Cardiff
CF14 4XW
United Kingdom
Supporting documents
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Cardiff and Vale University Health Board's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
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