Specialist Practitioner of Transfusion (SPOT)

Job description

Job summary

Secondment welcome | Fixed Term 2 Years

Interview date: Tuesday 29th September 2026

We are seeking an experienced and motivatedBiomedical Scientist or Registered Nurse to join our team as a Specialist Practitioner of Transfusion (SPOT).

The successful candidate will promote safe and effective transfusion practice across the Trust, delivering education and training to clinical staff, supporting compliance with BSQR, SABRE and SHOT requirements, and acting as the key link between the Blood Transfusion Department and clinical teams.

Key responsibilities include investigating transfusion incidents, managing traceability, developing transfusion policies, supporting quality improvement initiatives, and representing the Trust at regional and national transfusion meetings.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Band 7 practitioner, or an experienced Band 6 looking to develop their specialist transfusion expertise, within a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

About You

• HCPC Registered as a biomedical scientist
• OR Registered with the NMC

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Lead Nurse for Haematology and Oncology, some of your responsibilities will include:

• Deliver education and training to clinical staff on best transfusion practice.
• Act as a specialist resource for transfusion-related advice and support.
• Investigate transfusion incidents and support learning and quality improvement.
• Monitor and manage transfusion traceability requirements.
• Develop, implement and review transfusion-related policies and procedures.

About us

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

******We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.

This role has been assigned occupation code (2237 Nurse & 2113 Biomedical scientist) using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance, it is strongly unlikely that the criteria required to support Skilled Worker visa sponsorship will be met for this vacancy.

For further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit:Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Job description
Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

******We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.

This role has been assigned occupation code (2237 Nurse & 2113 Biomedical scientist) using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance, it is strongly unlikely that the criteria required to support Skilled Worker visa sponsorship will be met for this vacancy.

For further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit:Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Significant post registration experience in a relevant setting
• Experience of senior healthcare roles, leading teams and ensuring adherence to best practices in patient care.
• Experience designing and delivering healthcare training programmes, including simulation exercises and competency based education.
• Experience conducting audits, evaluating training effectiveness, and reporting findings to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration with extensive transfusion knowledge and current NMC registration or relevant professional body
• Educated to master's level or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through a combination of in-depth experience, post- graduate or post registration study and/or courses

Desirable

• Recognised leadership/mentoring/coaching course
• SPOT experience

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Comprehensive understanding of current best practice in transfusion therapy
• Understanding of healthcare governance frameworks and experience in developing and implementing policies for emergency preparedness and response.
• Ability to identify training gaps and deliver evidence-based education to both clinical and non-clinical colleagues.
• Ability to provide pastoral support, adapting as necessary
• Self-motivated and able to work under own initiative and prioritise workload
• The ability to communicate with a range of different people within the organisation and present information in a way that is easy to understand to effectively engage with people
• Able to manage complexity and work in an ambiguous or changing environment
• IT literate including sound knowledge of MS Office software such as; Excel, PowerPoint etc

Desirable

• Experience of investigating clinical incidents and near misses associated with transfusion practice.
• Experience of identifying and managing clinical risks associated with transfusion practice

Person Specification
Experience

Essential

• Significant post registration experience in a relevant setting
• Experience of senior healthcare roles, leading teams and ensuring adherence to best practices in patient care.
• Experience designing and delivering healthcare training programmes, including simulation exercises and competency based education.
• Experience conducting audits, evaluating training effectiveness, and reporting findings to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration with extensive transfusion knowledge and current NMC registration or relevant professional body
• Educated to master's level or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through a combination of in-depth experience, post- graduate or post registration study and/or courses

Desirable

• Recognised leadership/mentoring/coaching course
• SPOT experience

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Comprehensive understanding of current best practice in transfusion therapy
• Understanding of healthcare governance frameworks and experience in developing and implementing policies for emergency preparedness and response.
• Ability to identify training gaps and deliver evidence-based education to both clinical and non-clinical colleagues.
• Ability to provide pastoral support, adapting as necessary
• Self-motivated and able to work under own initiative and prioritise workload
• The ability to communicate with a range of different people within the organisation and present information in a way that is easy to understand to effectively engage with people
• Able to manage complexity and work in an ambiguous or changing environment
• IT literate including sound knowledge of MS Office software such as; Excel, PowerPoint etc

Desirable

• Experience of investigating clinical incidents and near misses associated with transfusion practice.
• Experience of identifying and managing clinical risks associated with transfusion practice

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

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 .

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. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Sheffield Children's Hospital

Sheffield Children's Hospital, Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH

United Kingdom

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