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NHS Blood and Transplant

Sister/Charge nurse

NHS Blood and Transplant View all jobs

Greater Manchester, North West England

Permanent

Radiographer

GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year

Posted 1 month(s) ago

Reference: 009305

Job summary

As a Session Sister/Charge Nurse, you will lead donor-facing teams and blood collection activities to deliver a safe, high-quality donation experience. You will play a vital role in ensuring donor and patient safety, maintaining regulatory compliance, and achieving operational targets while promoting excellent standards of care. As a visible clinical leader, you will support, motivate and develop colleagues, oversee donor eligibility and care, manage clinical risks, and drive continuous improvement. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will champion NHS Blood and Transplants values, ensuring every donor receives a compassionate, professional and positive experience while helping to save and improve lives through the collection of safe blood products.

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job Lead donor-facing teams and blood collection activities to ensure a safe, effective and positive donation experience. Provide visible clinical leadership, setting clear expectations and supporting teams to achieve operational and quality objectives. Act as the expert in donor eligibility, donor care and the management of adverse donation events. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, policies, standard operating procedures and clinical governance processes. Monitor performance, analyse clinical data, identify areas for improvement and support delivery of key performance indicators. Investigate incidents, complaints and quality concerns, implementing corrective actions and sharing learning with colleagues. Coach, mentor and develop staff, delivering training and supporting ongoing competency assessments and professional development. Promote service improvements, support change initiatives and contribute to audit, research and innovation activities. Manage session resources, stock, equipment and workforce deployment to maximise productivity and donor safety. Deputise for the Senior Sister/Senior Charge Nurse/Donor Centre Manager when required.

About us

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, youll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need. Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do. By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever. You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Details

Date posted

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

009305

Job locations

Manchester Donor Clinic

Manchester

United Kingdom

M2 1DW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for the attached job

Your working hours will be:

On a shift basis but, the normal hours for this role are 9 days per fortnight. Early shifts start at 08:00am and finish 16:50pm. Late shifts start at 10:40am and finish 19:30pm, this will be roughly 8 hour days.

Weekend and bank holiday working will be required. You can expect to work some long hours, but you won’t be working more than five days a week.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for the attached job

Your working hours will be:

On a shift basis but, the normal hours for this role are 9 days per fortnight. Early shifts start at 08:00am and finish 16:50pm. Late shifts start at 10:40am and finish 19:30pm, this will be roughly 8 hour days.

Weekend and bank holiday working will be required. You can expect to work some long hours, but you won’t be working more than five days a week.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration (Part 1 Adult/General, Level 1 or 2).
Evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to continued learning.
Experience of managing clinical environments within a regulatory framework such as Blood Safety and Quality Regulations (BSQR) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
Knowledge and understanding of BSQR and GMP requirements.
Valid UK driving licence.

Experience

Essential

Substantial management and leadership experience within a clinical environment.
Experience of leading and implementing change, while motivating and supporting teams to deliver high standards of care.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate and build effective working relationships.
Strong analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills, with experience of risk management, performance management and clinical governance.
Experience of mentoring, coaching and developing colleagues, alongside a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration (Part 1 Adult/General, Level 1 or 2).
Evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to continued learning.
Experience of managing clinical environments within a regulatory framework such as Blood Safety and Quality Regulations (BSQR) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
Knowledge and understanding of BSQR and GMP requirements.
Valid UK driving licence.

Experience

Essential

Substantial management and leadership experience within a clinical environment.
Experience of leading and implementing change, while motivating and supporting teams to deliver high standards of care.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate and build effective working relationships.
Strong analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills, with experience of risk management, performance management and clinical governance.
Experience of mentoring, coaching and developing colleagues, alongside a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

Manchester Donor Clinic

Manchester

United Kingdom

M2 1DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

Manchester Donor Clinic

Manchester

United Kingdom

M2 1DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

NHS Blood and Transplant

Biomedical Scientist / Biomedical Scientist Specialist

NHS Blood and Transplant View all jobs

Inner London, Greater London

Permanent

Radiographer

GBP 32,073 - 48,117 per year

Posted 1 month(s) ago

Reference: 009272

Job summary

Join NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) as a Biomedical Scientist in our Red Cell Immunohaematology (RCI) laboratories and make a real impact on patient care. You'll work as part of a clinical team, including doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, in a role that directly contributes to saving and improving lives.

We offer a structured New Starter Course combining interactive e-learning, online group teaching, and hands-on training at our national laboratories. You'll gain experience in core transfusion techniques, advanced RCI testing, and innovative methods, including virtual reality learning. Protected training time, funding support, and guidance from specialist Biomedical Scientists ensure you can develop the skills needed to excel in your role.

There are excellent opportunities to specialise in areas such as Quality Control, training and education, or research and development. Whether you're an HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist with post-registration experience or a motivated BMS keen to develop specialist transfusion skills, we provide support to help you achieve your qualifications and career ambitions.

In return, you'll enjoy a dynamic working environment, modern equipment, and a rewarding role where your work makes a difference every day.

Main duties of the job

In this role your responsibilities will include:

Performing, analysing, recording and interpreting a wide range of laboratory investigations and technical procedures relating to patient test results and blood products, with the support of the team.
Monitoring workflow, procedures, equipment and storage facilities and taking appropriate action to resolve problems within agreed timescales.
Analyse, validate, interpret, record, transmit and report the results of routine and complex investigations.
Handling blood samples and operate a range of laboratory analysers and equipment.
Supervising, training and mentoring junior scientific and support staff.
Providing specialist advice to a range of service users.

You will be required to participate in a shift working rota which may include evening, weekend or public holiday workings.

You will be required to provide cover in times of operational difficulty, with reasonable notice.

About us

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, youll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.

Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do. By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.

You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Details

Date posted

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£32,073 to £48,117 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

009272

Job locations

NHSBT

Capitol Way

Barnsley

S75 3FG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process. You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website.

To learn more, please see the job description and person specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process. You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website.

To learn more, please see the job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Band 5
Good understanding of Clinical Pathology Accreditation (CPA), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), UK Blood Transfusion Service (UKBTS) and British Committee for Standards in Haematology (BCSH) guidelines.
Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist (which must be maintained).
Evidence of completing a structured training programme in Transfusion and Transplantation Science.
Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).
Band 6
Science graduate with relevant post graduate training e.g. British Blood Transfusion Society specialist certificate or equivalent.
Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist (which must be maintained).
Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).

Experience

Essential

Band 5
Broad understanding of the NHSBT including its functions/departments and the wider healthcare community.
In depth knowledge and understanding of the Biomedical Scientist role within NHSBT.
Experienced in the use of a range of laboratory equipment.
Broad Knowledge of transfusion and transplantation science.
Competent in a range of manual scientific techniques.
Band 6
Broad science knowledge with a specialist knowledge of transfusion gained through previous experience working as a Biomedical Scientist.
Evidence of working to the standards of Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Laboratory Practice, UKAS and other relevant or statutory guidelines.
Experienced in prioritising and issuing work to other staff and monitoring progress to ensure deadlines are met.
Experienced in specialised laboratory techniques using a wide range of complex equipment.
Evidence of training and mentoring staff.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Band 5
Good understanding of Clinical Pathology Accreditation (CPA), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), UK Blood Transfusion Service (UKBTS) and British Committee for Standards in Haematology (BCSH) guidelines.
Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist (which must be maintained).
Evidence of completing a structured training programme in Transfusion and Transplantation Science.
Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).
Band 6
Science graduate with relevant post graduate training e.g. British Blood Transfusion Society specialist certificate or equivalent.
Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist (which must be maintained).
Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).

Experience

Essential

Band 5
Broad understanding of the NHSBT including its functions/departments and the wider healthcare community.
In depth knowledge and understanding of the Biomedical Scientist role within NHSBT.
Experienced in the use of a range of laboratory equipment.
Broad Knowledge of transfusion and transplantation science.
Competent in a range of manual scientific techniques.
Band 6
Broad science knowledge with a specialist knowledge of transfusion gained through previous experience working as a Biomedical Scientist.
Evidence of working to the standards of Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Laboratory Practice, UKAS and other relevant or statutory guidelines.
Experienced in prioritising and issuing work to other staff and monitoring progress to ensure deadlines are met.
Experienced in specialised laboratory techniques using a wide range of complex equipment.
Evidence of training and mentoring staff.

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

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

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT

Capitol Way

Barnsley

S75 3FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT

Capitol Way

Barnsley

S75 3FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

NHS Blood and Transplant

Transport Driver

NHS Blood and Transplant View all jobs

Cambridgeshire (county), East of England

Permanent

Radiographer

GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year

Posted 1 month(s) ago

Reference: 009288

Job summary

As a Transport Driver you will keep blood and related products moving safely and on time, 24/7. You will collect and deliver essential items between our sites and customers, using on-board technology to track and record every movement. You will take pride in providing a professional service, completing daily vehicle checks, and keeping vehicles and equipment secure and clean. With full training, you may also support urgent blue light deliveries. This is a hands-on role where your judgement, reliability and customer care help protect patients and support clinical teams every day.

Main duties of the job

In this role you will drive our vehicles to collect, transport and deliver blood and related products and equipment. You will keep your vehicle secure and roadworthy, complete daily checks, and help us deliver a reliable service that patients and hospitals can depend on.

Drive a range of vehicles up to and including 7.5 tonne (except in South London (Tooting), Basildon, Lancaster and Southampton, where you will drive light goods vehicles up to 3.5 tonne).
Use digital hand-held devices to track work and complete accurate electronic and paper records.
Load and unload products and equipment, including assembling and dismantling kit, and safely move items up to 20kg with or without lifting aids.
Carry out vehicle security checks, daily checks and basic maintenance, and report defects promptly.
Support urgent blue light deliveries when required (full training will be provided).
Use your customer care skills to give colleagues, donors, hospital staff and members of the public a positive experience of NHSBT.

This role works a 24 hours a day, 7 days a week shift system, including variable hours and days, evening and night shifts, weekends and bank holidays on a rostered basis.

About us

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, you'll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.

Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do.

By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.

You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Details

Date posted

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

009288

Job locations

NHS Blood & Transplant Cambridge Centre

Long Road

Cambridge

United Kingdom

CB2 0PT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

Enhanced payment for unsocial hours
Flexible working options we promote flexible working where the role allows. Were happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years service and to 33 days after 10 years.
Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions
Supportive learning culture - weve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. Its open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
Health and wellbeing support we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website.

To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking Apply if you are viewing this advert on another site.

Next steps

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on 20th September 2026 however this vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of application

The assessment process for this role will include: a single interview and driving assessment. Interviews are anticipated to be held on 29th and 30th September 2026 subject to confirmation.

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

Enhanced payment for unsocial hours
Flexible working options we promote flexible working where the role allows. Were happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years service and to 33 days after 10 years.
Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions
Supportive learning culture - weve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. Its open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
Health and wellbeing support we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website.

To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking Apply if you are viewing this advert on another site.

Next steps

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on 20th September 2026 however this vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of application

The assessment process for this role will include: a single interview and driving assessment. Interviews are anticipated to be held on 29th and 30th September 2026 subject to confirmation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Possession of a valid driving licence allowing you to drive in the UK with 6 points or less on your licence which will be subject to DVLA check is essential
C1 driving licence would be desirable. B licence is essential for this role
Able to meet NHSBT minimum standards of driving skills which will be assessed at interview stage

Experience

Essential

Previous vocational driving experience or evidence of driving proficiency
Able to work with information technology such as digital hand held devices, Microsoft Office or other IT packages
A good geographical knowledge of the local area and road network
Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance checks

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Possession of a valid driving licence allowing you to drive in the UK with 6 points or less on your licence which will be subject to DVLA check is essential
C1 driving licence would be desirable. B licence is essential for this role
Able to meet NHSBT minimum standards of driving skills which will be assessed at interview stage

Experience

Essential

Previous vocational driving experience or evidence of driving proficiency
Able to work with information technology such as digital hand held devices, Microsoft Office or other IT packages
A good geographical knowledge of the local area and road network
Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance checks

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.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHS Blood & Transplant Cambridge Centre

Long Road

Cambridge

United Kingdom

CB2 0PT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHS Blood & Transplant Cambridge Centre

Long Road

Cambridge

United Kingdom

CB2 0PT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

NHS Blood and Transplant

Senior Programme Manager

NHS Blood and Transplant View all jobs

Tees Valley and Durham, North East England

Permanent

Radiographer

GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year

Posted 1 month(s) ago

Reference: 009062

Job summary

This vacancy is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Please do not apply unless you have another means of establishing a right to work, or you are already employed by the NHS and would transfer to the pay point at the top of Band 8b.

At NHS Blood & Transplant (NHSBT) we are a unique organisation that works with patients and donors alike to save and improve lives every day. We are on a mission to ensure that every patient receives the donation they need. We are seeking an experienced Senior Programme Manager to lead the delivery of complex high-value digital projects and programmes that align with NHSBTs strategic objectives, ensuring the successful delivery of outcomes and benefits within defined time, cost, and quality parameters.

Join our dedicated team in NHSBT organ donation and transplantation. You'll be part of a programme team at the forefront of organ transplantation projects, ultimately saving and improving lives. The establishment of a national Assessment and Recovery Centre (ARC) service will extend equitable access to life-saving products and treatments to everyone that needs them and bridge the gap between shortage of organs available and demand.

You will have an innovative, problem-solving approach, with strong stakeholder management skills and experience in change transformation. By being part of a passionate, enthusiastic, supportive, and high performing team, you will build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Programme Manager, the post holder will lead complex, high-value programmes that deliver transformational change and strategic benefits, supporting NHSBTs long-term objectives. The post holder will:

Lead the scoping, definition and planning of complex programmes, translating organisational priorities into deliverable plans aligned to NHSBT objectives.
Drive end-to-end programme delivery, ensuring outcomes are achieved on time, within budget and to agreed quality standards, while managing resources, risks, issues and dependencies.
Establish and oversee benefits management, ensuring measurable value, sustainable outcomes and alignment with organisational goals.
Lead multi-disciplinary teams within a matrix environment, promoting collaboration, innovation and high performance to deliver programme objectives.
Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor and influencing decisions through effective communication and engagement.
Undertake line management responsibilities where required, supporting performance, development and succession planning.
Act as a senior leader within NHSBT, contributing to strategic planning and championing continuous improvement, equity, diversity and inclusion.

About us

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, youll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.

Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do. By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.

You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Details

Date posted

11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£66,582 to £77,368 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

009062

Job locations

England

Barnsley Blood Centre, Capitol Way, Dodworth

England

South Yorkshire

S75 3FG

United Kingdom

NHSBT

Bristol Filton

Bristol Filton Blood Centre, 500 North Bristol Park, Northway, Filton,

Bristol

BS34 7QH

United Kingdom

NHSBT

Manchester Blood Centre

Plymouth Grove,

Manchester

M13 9LL

United Kingdom

NHSBT

Liverpool Speke Blood Centre,

14 Estuary Banks, The Estuary Commerce Park, Speke

Liverpool

L24 8RB

United Kingdom

NHSBT

Tooting Blood Centre

75 Cranmer Terrace, Tooting,

London

SW17 0RB

United Kingdom

NHSBT

Barnsley Blood Centre

Capitol Way, Dodworth

Barnsley

S75 3FG

United Kingdom

NHSBT

Colindale Blood Centre

Charcot Road, Colindale

London

NW9 5BG

United Kingdom

NHSBT

Birmingham Blood Centre

Vincent Drive, Edgbaston

Birmingham

B15 2SG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

Hybrid working arrangements – because NHSBT works nationally, we’re able to offer hybrid working options that give you more flexibility to balance work with life.
Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website. To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.

Next steps

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Sunday 27th September.

The assessment process for this role will include: multiple interview rounds, the first being a video presentation, if you are successfully shortlisted you will then be invited to a competency-based interview.

Final interviews are anticipated to be held on Friday 9th October via Teams – subject to confirmation.

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

Hybrid working arrangements – because NHSBT works nationally, we’re able to offer hybrid working options that give you more flexibility to balance work with life.
Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website. To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.

Next steps

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Sunday 27th September.

The assessment process for this role will include: multiple interview rounds, the first being a video presentation, if you are successfully shortlisted you will then be invited to a competency-based interview.

Final interviews are anticipated to be held on Friday 9th October via Teams – subject to confirmation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Masters degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent senior-level experience.
Programme management qualifications such as MSP practitioner or advance practitioner or equivalent experience.
One or more recognised project management qualifications APM Registered Project Professional, or Major Projects Leadership Academy, PRINCE 2 and Agile DSDM qualification.
Training in Benefits Realisation and Better Business Cases (aligned to Green Book).
Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to programme management.

Experience

Essential

Extensive experience over a number of years of leading complex change transformational programmes with successful delivery of outcomes and benefits.
Expertise in leading large diverse group through significant change with technique to reduce resistance and maximise adoption of change, including awareness of people change management theories.
Proven track record in business case development using the HM Treasury Five Case Model.
Experience of managing programme budgets, cost forecasts, and benefits realisation.
Experience of stakeholder engagement internally and externally and with external supplier environments.
Experience of applying lessons learned and continuous improvement in programme delivery to enhance capability.
Deep specialist knowledge of programme management principles, methodologies (e.g., MSP), and best practices, applied in a large, complex organisation.
Experience in driving the development and implementation of new services or policies within a programme context.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Masters degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent senior-level experience.
Programme management qualifications such as MSP practitioner or advance practitioner or equivalent experience.
One or more recognised project management qualifications APM Registered Project Professional, or Major Projects Leadership Academy, PRINCE 2 and Agile DSDM qualification.
Training in Benefits Realisation and Better Business Cases (aligned to Green Book).
Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to programme management.

Experience

Essential

Extensive experience over a number of years of leading complex change transformational programmes with successful delivery of outcomes and benefits.
Expertise in leading large diverse group through significant change with technique to reduce resistance and maximise adoption of change, including awareness of people change management theories.
Proven track record in business case development using the HM Treasury Five Case Model.
Experience of managing programme budgets, cost forecasts, and benefits realisation.
Experience of stakeholder engagement internally and externally and with external supplier environments.
Experience of applying lessons learned and continuous improvement in programme delivery to enhance capability.
Deep specialist knowledge of programme management principles, methodologies (e.g., MSP), and best practices, applied in a large, complex organisation.
Experience in driving the development and implementation of new services or policies within a programme context.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

England

Barnsley Blood Centre, Capitol Way, Dodworth

England

South Yorkshire

S75 3FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

England

Barnsley Blood Centre, Capitol Way, Dodworth

England

South Yorkshire

S75 3FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

NHS Blood and Transplant

Biomedical Scientist (BMS)

NHS Blood and Transplant View all jobs

Inner London, Greater London

Permanent

Radiographer

GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year

Posted 1 month(s) ago

Reference: 009397

Job summary

This vacancy is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Please do not apply unless you have another means of establishing a right to work, or you are already employed by the NHS and would transfer to the pay point at the top of Band 5.

Job Summary

As a Biomedical Scientist in Red Cell Immunohaematology (RCI), youll use your scientific expertise to help deliver safe and effective diagnostic and transfusion services that directly support patients across the UK. Working in a specialist laboratory environment, youll perform and interpret a wide range of tests, operate advanced laboratory equipment, and contribute to the delivery of blood and tissue products. Youll play an important role in maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety, while working alongside experienced colleagues in a collaborative and supportive team. This is an opportunity to contribute to life-saving services, develop specialist knowledge, and continue building your career within NHS Blood and Transplant.

Main duties of the job

Use specialist laboratory techniques and technology to perform diagnostic testing that supports the safe treatment of patients.

Interpret test results accurately and make evidence-based decisions to help maintain the highest standards of patient and product safety.

Communicate scientific and technical information clearly with colleagues, healthcare professionals and partner laboratories.

Work with a range of specialist equipment, carrying out routine maintenance, calibration and quality checks to ensure reliable performance.

Contribute to services that support patients with complex transfusion and transplantation needs through specialist testing and analysis.

Help maintain quality standards by following laboratory procedures, regulatory requirements and good manufacturing practice.

Support continuous improvement by contributing to service developments, updating procedures and helping resolve quality incidents.

Share your knowledge by supporting the training and development of colleagues, trainees and support staff.

Build your expertise through continuing professional development and opportunities to learn across specialist laboratory areas

Being able to work variable hours and days, weekends and bank holidays as per the roster within the department (unless otherwise rostered within the shift agreement) with appropriate notice, depending on specialty.

You will be required to participate in the shift rota and on call rotas and to provide cover during operational emergencies.

About us

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, youll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.

Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do. By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too.

Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever. You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

009397

Job locations

NHSBT

Birmingham Centre

Birmingham

United Kingdom

B15 2SG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

Hybrid working arrangements because NHSBT works nationally, were able to offer hybrid working options that give you more flexibility to balance work with life.
Flexible working options we promote flexible working where the role allows. Were happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years service and to 33 days after 10 years.
Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions
Supportive learning culture - weve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. Its open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
Health and wellbeing support we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website:

Read about our application process
Learn more about our culture at NHSBT

To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking Apply if you are viewing this advert on another site.

Next steps

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Thursday 17th September 2026, however this vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of application.

The assessment process for this role will include a single interview. Interviews are anticipated to be held on w/c 5thOctober2026 subject to confirmation.

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

Hybrid working arrangements because NHSBT works nationally, were able to offer hybrid working options that give you more flexibility to balance work with life.
Flexible working options we promote flexible working where the role allows. Were happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years service and to 33 days after 10 years.
Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions
Supportive learning culture - weve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. Its open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
Health and wellbeing support we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website:

Read about our application process
Learn more about our culture at NHSBT

To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking Apply if you are viewing this advert on another site.

Next steps

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Thursday 17th September 2026, however this vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of application.

The assessment process for this role will include a single interview. Interviews are anticipated to be held on w/c 5thOctober2026 subject to confirmation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Good understanding of Clinical Pathology Accreditation (CPA), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), UK Blood Transfusion Service (UKBTS) and British Committee for Standards in Haematology (BCSH) guidelines.
Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist (which must be maintained).
Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).

Experience

Essential

Broad understanding of the NHSBT including its functions/departments and the wider healthcare community.
In depth knowledge and understanding of the Biomedical Scientist role within NHSBT.
Experienced in the use of a range of laboratory equipment.
Broad Knowledge of transfusion and transplantation science.
Competent in a range of manual scientific techniques.
Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Good understanding of Clinical Pathology Accreditation (CPA), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), UK Blood Transfusion Service (UKBTS) and British Committee for Standards in Haematology (BCSH) guidelines.
Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist (which must be maintained).
Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).

Experience

Essential

Broad understanding of the NHSBT including its functions/departments and the wider healthcare community.
In depth knowledge and understanding of the Biomedical Scientist role within NHSBT.
Experienced in the use of a range of laboratory equipment.
Broad Knowledge of transfusion and transplantation science.
Competent in a range of manual scientific techniques.
Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint).

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT

Birmingham Centre

Birmingham

United Kingdom

B15 2SG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT

Birmingham Centre

Birmingham

United Kingdom

B15 2SG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

NHS Blood and Transplant

Regional Engagement Manager

NHS Blood and Transplant View all jobs

Inner London, Greater London

Permanent

Radiographer

GBP 49,387 - 56,525 per year

Posted 1 month(s) ago

Reference: 009237

Job summary

Do you want to play a pivotal role in helping NHS Blood and Transplant recruit the donors and build partnerships needed to save and improve lives? As a Regional Community Engagement Manager, you will lead the delivery of regional community engagement plans that inspire people to become blood and plasma donors, and sign up for the organ, stem cell and bone marrow registers. You will build strategic partnerships with organisations and community groups, develop innovative engagement activities, and lead regional teams to deliver meaningful outcomes. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners, you will help increase awareness, strengthen community relationships, and ensure we have enough donors to meet patient needs now and in the future.

Main duties of the job

Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of regional community engagement plans aligned to NHSBT's strategic objectives. Build and maintain strategic partnerships with organisations, businesses and community groups to increase donor awareness and recruitment. Identify and develop opportunities that encourage blood and plasma donation, and sign up to the organ, stem cell and bone marrow registers. Collaborate with colleagues across Donor Experience, Operations, Transplant and Transfusion teams to deliver engagement priorities and campaigns. Manage and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring consistent and effective partnership working. Lead, motivate and support the Community Engagement team, (Coordinators and Events Assistants) to achieve regional objectives. Monitor, analyse and evaluate engagement activity to measure impact and drive continuous improvement. Manage allocated budgets responsibly, ensuring value for money and compliance with organisational policies. Champion safe working practices, inclusion and positive stakeholder experiences across all engagement activity.

About us

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, youll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need. Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do. By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever. You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,525 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

21 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

009237

Job locations

Newcastle Centre

Newcastle Upon Tyne

United Kingdom

NE2 4NQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job description and person specification for a full list of the duties of the role

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job description and person specification for a full list of the duties of the role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Specialist knowledge in stakeholder or community engagement, supported by significant relevant experience.
Management, Marketing Master's degree or equivalent experience working at Master's level.
Demonstrable commitment to continuing professional development (CPD).
Willingness and ability to undertake travel and spend time away from base to meet the requirements of the post (with appropriate prior notice)
Willingness to work irregular hours and to travel extensively, including overnight stays when required (with appropriate prior notice)

Experience

Essential

Successful track record of Community Engagement leadership at a strategic level within an organisation of comparable scope, size and complexity.
Experience in a senior stakeholder engagement role and of developing, delivering and evaluating stakeholder engagement programmes
Demonstrable commitment to diversity and equality.
Extensive project management/lead experience, coupled with a specialist understanding of project management techniques.
Experience of working with faith / belief groups in a professional or personal capacity

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Specialist knowledge in stakeholder or community engagement, supported by significant relevant experience.
Management, Marketing Master's degree or equivalent experience working at Master's level.
Demonstrable commitment to continuing professional development (CPD).
Willingness and ability to undertake travel and spend time away from base to meet the requirements of the post (with appropriate prior notice)
Willingness to work irregular hours and to travel extensively, including overnight stays when required (with appropriate prior notice)

Experience

Essential

Successful track record of Community Engagement leadership at a strategic level within an organisation of comparable scope, size and complexity.
Experience in a senior stakeholder engagement role and of developing, delivering and evaluating stakeholder engagement programmes
Demonstrable commitment to diversity and equality.
Extensive project management/lead experience, coupled with a specialist understanding of project management techniques.
Experience of working with faith / belief groups in a professional or personal capacity

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.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

Newcastle Centre

Newcastle Upon Tyne

United Kingdom

NE2 4NQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

Newcastle Centre

Newcastle Upon Tyne

United Kingdom

NE2 4NQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

NHS Blood and Transplant

Donor Carer

NHS Blood and Transplant View all jobs

Inner London, Greater London

Permanent

Radiographer

GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year

Posted 1 month(s) ago

Reference: 009365

Job summary

This vacancy is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Please do not apply unless you have another means of establishing a right to work.

Job Summary

We have four vacancies available; each offered on a part-time basis of 37.5 hours per fortnight.

It takes all types of people to help save and improve lives. As a Donor Carer with NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT), youll play a vital role in supporting blood donors throughout their donation journey. Working as part of a skilled and supportive mobile team, youll help create a safe, positive and caring experience for donors while contributing to the collection of lifesaving blood products.

Youll receive comprehensive training to develop practical healthcare skills, including donor screening, venepuncture and donor care. Every day is different as you travel to donor sessions, work alongside healthcare professionals and help ensure the highest standards of quality, safety and donor experience.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution, learn valuable clinical skills and build a rewarding career in a unique NHS organisation The role involves working a variety of hours, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays but no night shifts!

You will be working on a shift basis but, the normal hours for this role are 4 days per fortnight. Early shifts start at 06:45 and finish 18:30. Late shifts start at 10:00 and finish 21:00, this will be 9.375 hour days. As the service predominantly operates on late shifts, the succe

Main duties of the job

Loading, unloading, assembling and dismantling equipment to setup and prepare our blood donation session.

Driving a 7.5 tonne van and 15-seater minibus as and when required (training and assessment will be provided).

Learn and develop practical healthcare skills, including donor health screening, venepuncture and post-donation care.

Work as part of a close-knit multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality donor care and service excellence.

Maintain accurate donor records and support the safe handling, reconciliation and transportation of blood products and samples.

Encourage donors to return and continue making a lifesaving difference through regular donation appointments.

Contribute to maintaining high standards of quality, safety, infection prevention and regulatory compliance.

Support continuous improvement by contributing ideas, embracing new ways of working and participating in training and development opportunities.

Travel to different donation venues and help set up, operate and pack down equipment to ensure sessions run smoothly and efficiently.

About us

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, youll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.

Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do. By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too.

Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever. You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Details

Date posted

08 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

009365

Job locations

NHSBT

Southampton Centre - Coxford Road

Southampton

Hampshire

SO16 5AF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

6-week training period to fully prepare you for your career with us
Rotas published 6 weeks ahead of time.
No night shifts.
Payments for unsociable hours, overtime, meal and driving allowances where applicable.
Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endevour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website:

Read about our application process
Learn more about our culture at NHSBT

To learn more, please see the Recruitment Profile which is a combination of the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.

Next steps

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Sunday 13th September 2026.

You will be invited to complete an assessment following your application. You must complete the assessment sent to you by email from @ArcticShores.com. The deadline for this assessment is 4 days after your application is submitted. It will take an average of 35-40 minutes. Please check your junk email box if needed. When you complete the Donor Carer assessment, the result will be used for any future applications made within 12 months. Therefore, please complete your assessment before applying for any other Donor Carer vacancies. If you have previously completed the assessment, you will not need to complete another one.

For further information, please visit Candidate Support – Arctic Shores

If you’re shortlisted, we’ll invite you to see the role for yourself by visiting a blood collection session, followed by a face-to-face interview. Unfortunately we’re unable to offer virtual options, and travel expenses aren’t covered.

The session visit and interview are planned for 28th September 2026 – subject to confirmation.

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

6-week training period to fully prepare you for your career with us
Rotas published 6 weeks ahead of time.
No night shifts.
Payments for unsociable hours, overtime, meal and driving allowances where applicable.
Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endevour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website:

Read about our application process
Learn more about our culture at NHSBT

To learn more, please see the Recruitment Profile which is a combination of the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.

Next steps

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Sunday 13th September 2026.

You will be invited to complete an assessment following your application. You must complete the assessment sent to you by email from @ArcticShores.com. The deadline for this assessment is 4 days after your application is submitted. It will take an average of 35-40 minutes. Please check your junk email box if needed. When you complete the Donor Carer assessment, the result will be used for any future applications made within 12 months. Therefore, please complete your assessment before applying for any other Donor Carer vacancies. If you have previously completed the assessment, you will not need to complete another one.

For further information, please visit Candidate Support – Arctic Shores

If you’re shortlisted, we’ll invite you to see the role for yourself by visiting a blood collection session, followed by a face-to-face interview. Unfortunately we’re unable to offer virtual options, and travel expenses aren’t covered.

The session visit and interview are planned for 28th September 2026 – subject to confirmation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Have a good standard of numeracy and literacy.
Be willing to undertake development and training to upskill yourself including completion of the Skills for Health Care Certificate.
Hold a valid full UK Driving Licence (Manual) with no more than 6 penalty points (provisional licences will not be accepted)

Experience

Essential

Have experience of dealing with the public.
Have experience of delivering a quality customer service.
Be willing to learn new technology skills and undergo digital training.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Have a good standard of numeracy and literacy.
Be willing to undertake development and training to upskill yourself including completion of the Skills for Health Care Certificate.
Hold a valid full UK Driving Licence (Manual) with no more than 6 penalty points (provisional licences will not be accepted)

Experience

Essential

Have experience of dealing with the public.
Have experience of delivering a quality customer service.
Be willing to learn new technology skills and undergo digital training.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT

Southampton Centre - Coxford Road

Southampton

Hampshire

SO16 5AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT

Southampton Centre - Coxford Road

Southampton

Hampshire

SO16 5AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)