Job summary
Permanent | Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our dedicated Paediatric Radiology Department. We are the regional paediatric tertiary care trauma centre, providing a full spectrum of medical, surgical, and mental health services for children across Sheffield, South Yorkshire, and beyond.
You will lead the daily operations of our Paediatric Imaging team, with a focus on patient safety, comfort, and imaging excellence, while managing workflow and promoting clinical best practice. Working within a collaborative environment, you will help drive service improvements, enhancing both operational efficiency and patient care.
About You:
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Postgraduate qualification in X-ray/CT or equivalent experience, and HCPC registration
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Experience performing general and complex imaging procedures, including X-ray and CT
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Knowledge of radiography and experience managing care for children and young people within the specialty
If you are ready for a rewarding challenge and have the passion and expertise to help lead a dynamic paediatric imaging team, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
You will report to the Radiology Manager, and your responsibilities will include:
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Support and deputise for the Imaging Lead in managing the X-ray/CT Department.
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Help ensure the safe delivery of X-ray services, including general X-ray, CT, DEXA, fluoroscopy, mobile imaging/theatres, and EOS imaging.
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Develop the trauma imaging service in collaboration with radiologists, A&E, ICU, and other healthcare professionals.
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Lead major trauma Plain Film and CT radiography, providing guidance to the team.
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Be a Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS), ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety guidelines.
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.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
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 scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
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 scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Educated to degree level, supplemented by postgraduate training/experience and continued professional development, to Master's level or equivalent.
- Postgraduate qualification in X-ray/CT or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Safeguarding Champion Training
- Leadership/management qualification or willingness to work towards
Experience
Essential
- Experience in performing both general and complex imaging procedures, including X-ray and CT.
- Experience of critically evaluating actions and results while planning for the short and long term.
- Experience in leading governance initiatives and ensuring compliance with regulations and policies, particularly under IR(ME)R 2017.
- Experience of undertaking audit to inform or produce changes to practice.
Desirable
- Experience of line management and budget management
- IV Cannulation
- Experience or training in forensic imaging
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- In depth knowledge of radiography and experience in managing care for children and young people within the specialty.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with the multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to set and maintain high professional standards and ensure adherence to clinical policies and procedures.
- Ability to lead a team through effective communication, collaboration and commitment, developing positive relationships with others to achieve shared goals and objectives.
- Ability to communicate sensitive and confidential information concerning patients / families such as safeguarding or life-limiting conditions adhering to GDPR standards.
- IT literate including sound knowledge of MS Office software such as; Excel, PowerPoint etc
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Educated to degree level, supplemented by postgraduate training/experience and continued professional development, to Master's level or equivalent.
- Postgraduate qualification in X-ray/CT or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Safeguarding Champion Training
- Leadership/management qualification or willingness to work towards
Experience
Essential
- Experience in performing both general and complex imaging procedures, including X-ray and CT.
- Experience of critically evaluating actions and results while planning for the short and long term.
- Experience in leading governance initiatives and ensuring compliance with regulations and policies, particularly under IR(ME)R 2017.
- Experience of undertaking audit to inform or produce changes to practice.
Desirable
- Experience of line management and budget management
- IV Cannulation
- Experience or training in forensic imaging
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- In depth knowledge of radiography and experience in managing care for children and young people within the specialty.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with the multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to set and maintain high professional standards and ensure adherence to clinical policies and procedures.
- Ability to lead a team through effective communication, collaboration and commitment, developing positive relationships with others to achieve shared goals and objectives.
- Ability to communicate sensitive and confidential information concerning patients / families such as safeguarding or life-limiting conditions adhering to GDPR standards.
- IT literate including sound knowledge of MS Office software such as; Excel, PowerPoint etc
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).
