The Blood Sciences Section Manager will lead the Haematology service within the Health Board’s laboratory department, ensuring safe, timely and high-quality diagnostic testing. Requirements are likely to include a relevant biomedical science qualification, HCPC registration, substantial experience in haematology and blood sciences, knowledge of UK laboratory standards, and proven supervisory or management experience. The successful candidate will oversee staff, workflow, quality systems, equipment, budgets and service development, while working closely with clinical teams and hospital departments. Candidates are expected to demonstrate strong leadership, communication, problem-solving and organisational skills, support staff development, maintain regulatory compliance, and contribute to continuous improvement and patient-focused care.
Hywel Dda University Health Board provides healthcare services across west Wales, covering Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and parts of surrounding communities. It operates hospitals, community facilities, primary care services and specialist clinical departments, including laboratory and diagnostic services. The organisation serves a largely rural and coastal population and is a major local employer, supporting the NHS Wales commitment to safe, equitable and patient-centred care. Its workforce includes doctors, nurses, biomedical scientists, allied health professionals, administrators and corporate specialists. Employees generally benefit from NHS terms and conditions, pension arrangements, annual leave, professional development opportunities and access to wellbeing support. The Health Board places importance on quality improvement, partnership working, Welsh-language services and developing healthcare provision suited to the needs of west Wales.
The United Kingdom offers varied opportunities in healthcare, laboratory science, technology, engineering, education and public services. Its culture combines historic towns, modern cities, diverse communities and strong regional identities, including Welsh, Scottish and Northern Irish traditions. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living in London, Manchester or Cardiff to quieter coastal and rural communities; west Wales is known for beaches, national parks and a lower cost of living than many major English cities. International applicants normally need the appropriate visa, often the Skilled Worker visa, employer sponsorship, a qualifying job and proof of English, unless they have another right to work. Before relocating, check NHS sponsorship eligibility, registration requirements such as HCPC membership, housing costs, tax, transport and healthcare arrangements. The UK has cool, changeable weather and good rail, road and air connections.
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