Job overview

The Microbiology Department at Maidstone Hospital is looking for an experienced  Advanced Specialist Microbiology Biomedical Scientist with an interest in enteric microbiology and Health and Safety to join the team.  Experience with CL3 regulations is essential, but study for qualifications will be available.

The post holder will be responsible for overseeing the CL3 enteric laboratory and will be jointly responsible for all aspects of health and safety within the department, working in a small team with the Head BMS and the CL3 respiratory/joint H&S  lead to deliver a safe working environment conforming to all required regulations. The post involves overall responsibility for the enteric department alongside joint responsibility for all aspects of Health and safety within the department. You will be an integral part of the microbiology BMS team, taking responsibility on a rotational basis for a laboratory section. You will be an integral member of the senior MTW team as we work across Kent within the emerging Kent and Medway Pathology Network, shaping the future.  The post holder will be given protected time to undertake their H&S and other senior responsibilities.

Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date, so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

Main duties of the job

Lead the enteric CL3 laboratory. Jointly responsible for departmental  H&S delivery, reporting to the HBMS, who has the responsibility for H&S.

Working within the microbiology Senior team, shaping the future of the department.

Performing asana SBMS, undertaking required laboratory work regularly across a 7-day cycle. Day-to-day responsibility for a section of the department and the staff assigned to it.

Participation in the bacteriology on-call rota

Working for our organisation

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Looking for flexible working?

We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it’s adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:

•    At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
•    Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
•    Blue Light card eligibility
•    And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below