Job summary
The post holder will work as Deputy Superintendent Radiographer for CT and Plain Film (X-ray), providing senior clinical, professional, and operational leadership across both modalities within the Radiology Department.
The role supports the Superintendent Radiographers and Imaging Management Team in the delivery of safe, high-quality, and efficient CT and X-ray services, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, professional standards, and Trust policies.
The post holder will undertake advanced clinical work, provide day-to-day leadership for radiography staff, support workforce development, and contribute to service improvement, governance, and operational management. They will deputise for the Superintendent Radiographers as required and play a key role in maintaining service resilience, particularly during periods of high demand or senior absence.
Main duties of the job
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Provide senior clinical leadership within CT and Plain Film services, acting as a role model for professional practice and patient care.
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Support the day-to-day operational management of CT and X-ray, ensuring effective workflow, capacity management, and service continuity.
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Undertake complex and specialist imaging examinations, maintaining high standards of image quality, safety, and patient experience.
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Deputise for the Superintendent Radiographers as required, including attendance at meetings and supporting decision-making.
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Provide line management and professional supervision to radiographers, assistant practitioners, and students, as delegated.
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Support education, training, and competency development within CT and Plain Film.
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Contribute to governance, audit, incident management, and service improvement initiatives.
About us
London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond.
Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people.
We run major acute services at:
- Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country's top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK
- St Mark's Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease
- Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice
- Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre.
We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- BSc or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography
- Current HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification (PgCert/Masters)
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience in Diagnostic Radiography
- Substantial NHS experience in CT imaging and Plain Film
- Good knowledge of all general aspects of radiography
- Good working knowledge of IR(ME)R (modality-specific)
- Experience of leading or contributing to audit
- Experience of working with RIS / PACS
Desirable
- Knowledge of Supply Chain or equipment procurement processes
- Knowledge of QSI or equivalent quality standards
- Experience of Being a System Administrator
Skills, Abilities and Attributes
Essential
- Dynamic and credible leadership style
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and use initiative
- Ability to motivate, supervise, and teach others
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- IV injection competency (or willingness to train)
- Computer literacy
Desirable
- Expertise in quality assurance or quality improvement
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- BSc or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography
- Current HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification (PgCert/Masters)
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience in Diagnostic Radiography
- Substantial NHS experience in CT imaging and Plain Film
- Good knowledge of all general aspects of radiography
- Good working knowledge of IR(ME)R (modality-specific)
- Experience of leading or contributing to audit
- Experience of working with RIS / PACS
Desirable
- Knowledge of Supply Chain or equipment procurement processes
- Knowledge of QSI or equivalent quality standards
- Experience of Being a System Administrator
Skills, Abilities and Attributes
Essential
- Dynamic and credible leadership style
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and use initiative
- Ability to motivate, supervise, and teach others
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- IV injection competency (or willingness to train)
- Computer literacy
Desirable
- Expertise in quality assurance or quality 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.
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
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.
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).
