In this role, you will be manufacturing and sampling blood products as well as providing vital support to qualified scientific staff. You will be processing blood products after the units have been received from the donors. This will involve scanning in the units of blood and processing the units to safely transfuse i.e. red cells, platelets, and plasma. You will also be required to supervise small teams within the department and assist with training of staff when required.
We are recruiting for 2 vacancies:
Permanent evening shifts from 16:00 to 24:00 Mondays to Fridays
Fixed-term (12 months) standard day hours Mondays to Fridays
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You will be required to perform a range of scientific and technical activities related to the blood (and where appropriate tissue) donations from our donors, with the support of the team
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You will be responsible for the support and training of new and less experienced staff and communicate effectively with team member and internal customers.
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You will be required to undertake precise repetitive manipulation of equipment and blood samples/donations and carry out routine tasks on a regular basis
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You will be required to handle blood bags and a range of equipment
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You will be required to meet the quality and quantity production goals, while prioritzing workload expectations and maintaining accurate documentation
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You will be required to perform data entry and operate computer programs associated with component production and make decisions based on the visual inspection of blood components. Performing complex manufacturing tasks such as pooled product manufacturing and freezing of components
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The role will require you 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
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You will be required to manually handle equipment on a daily basis weighing up to 13 kgs, with or without appropriate mechanical aids
Experience and Knowledge
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Experience of supervising others
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Experience of working with Information Technology such as Microsoft Office
Qualifications and Training
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Level 4 qualification e.g. BTEC or HNC in a relevant science subject, NHSBT Foundation Degree OR equivalent knowledge and experience of working in a laboratory, manufacturing or other environment requiring intermediate level theoretical knowledge acquired through formal training
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Evidence of furthering personal development
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Willingness to undertake further training and development
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.
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Enhanced payment for unsocial hours
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Flexible working options we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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:
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Read about our application process
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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.
This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Sunday 12 July 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 the week commencing 27 July 2026 subject to confirmation.
For informal enquiries please contact
Name: William Thornton
Job Title: Manufacturing Team Manager
Contact Details: [email protected]
