Job Description

Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, qualified radiographer to join the Imaging leadership team. This role is suited to a senior radiographer who has experience in management or is keen to make that next step into leadership. Support and training will be given as and when required. You would be responsible for the day-to-day organisation, management, supervision and training of clinical staff in Digital Radiography.
This post is based at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital and will have a focus on the Emergency Department and Inpatient Imaging, although cross-cover of other areas as required by the service is expected. There are 3 main areas of imaging at BHH; ED, in-patients and HTC, each area will require a clinical team leader. It is essential that the candidate works collaboratively with the clinical team leaders within the other areas as well as the Imaging Team Leader to ensure delivery of a quality service across all parts of the hospital.
The successful candidate will ensure a high-quality service to patients, via their own clinical practice and supporting junior radiographers, always using best practice, promoting a positive patient experience.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties & Tasks
The post holder will be responsible for the management and leadership of the DR Imaging service with responsibility for organising workload and staffing in their designated area.
The post holder will ensure operational standards are met to ensure effective and progressive service delivery.
Effective communication with other clinical team leads and imaging team leader is essential to ensure staffing levels are managed appropriately ensuring a safe, efficient and responsive service.
In addition to the operational management of the Digital Radiography Service, the post holder will be responsible for

• Training and development of staff

• Development and implementation of imaging protocols

• Contribution to research and development

• Participation in extended service

• Promotion of service and Imaging standards

• Completion of rotas/ rosters (Weekly/shift/bank lockdown)

• Human Resources issues for staff

• Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS) duties

About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Details
Date posted
10 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
47,810 to 54,710 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
304-9012472
Job locations
Heartlands Hospital
Bordesley Green E
Birmingham
West Midlands
B9 5SS
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• *General science-based education to GCSE and A level with a minimum of 1 science-based A level or equivalent.
• *D.C.R. (R) or BSc Radiography

Desirable

• *Post Graduate qualification / Master's degree and/or relevant experience

Experience
Essential

• *Broad range of radiographic experience at a senior level
• *Experience of managing a staff group at a senior level
• *Evidence of role extension
• *Evidence of delivering education & training
• *Comprehensive understanding of the requirements of IR (ME) R 2017 and associated legislation

Desirable

• *Some experience of budgetary management
• *An understanding of the principles of the development and modernisation of the NHS, particularly in relation to imaging and the education of the healthcare workforce

Additional Criteria
Essential

• *Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• *Substantial people management skills including management of and negotiation for service delivery
• *Proven clinical, managerial and teaching skills
• *Proven analytical skills in interpreting complex information
• *Self-motivated, can work independently, good judgement skills, punctual & reliable, compassionate
• *Positive application of the radiographer's code of conduct

Desirable

• *Independent approach to problem solving and able to demonstrate ability to provide innovative solutions
• *Courteous conduct in difficult/contentious situations

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• *General science-based education to GCSE and A level with a minimum of 1 science-based A level or equivalent.
• *D.C.R. (R) or BSc Radiography

Desirable

• *Post Graduate qualification / Master's degree and/or relevant experience

Experience
Essential

• *Broad range of radiographic experience at a senior level
• *Experience of managing a staff group at a senior level
• *Evidence of role extension
• *Evidence of delivering education & training
• *Comprehensive understanding of the requirements of IR (ME) R 2017 and associated legislation

Desirable

• *Some experience of budgetary management
• *An understanding of the principles of the development and modernisation of the NHS, particularly in relation to imaging and the education of the healthcare workforce

Additional Criteria
Essential

• *Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• *Substantial people management skills including management of and negotiation for service delivery
• *Proven clinical, managerial and teaching skills
• *Proven analytical skills in interpreting complex information
• *Self-motivated, can work independently, good judgement skills, punctual & reliable, compassionate
• *Positive application of the radiographer's code of conduct

Desirable

• *Independent approach to problem solving and able to demonstrate ability to provide innovative solutions
• *Courteous conduct in difficult/contentious situations

Skills Required