Spire Healthcare Ltd

Deputy Imaging Manager

The closing date is 28 April 2026

Job summary

Spire Leicester Hospital is seeking a Deputy Imaging Manager to support the leadership and operational delivery of imaging services across CT, MRI, X-ray, and theatres. This is a hands-on role with a significant clinical component, with approximately 60% of time spent delivering clinical work across MRI, CT and X-ray as required, and the remainder of time focused on leadership and operational responsibilities. This balance can vary in line with service needs.

Main duties of the job

Support the overall management and performance of the imaging department across all modalities Deputise for the Imaging Manager, taking responsibility for operational delivery when required Lead, manage, and develop radiographers and support staff Monitor performance, address issues, and support a consistent, high-quality service Oversee compliance, governance, audit, and quality assurance processes Contribute to service planning, workforce management, and continuous improvement initiatives

About us

Spire Healthcare is one of the UK's leading independent hospital groups. At Spire Leicester, you'll work with state-of-the-art equipment in a hospital that truly values its people. You'll be part of a collaborative team that is passionate about delivering safe, high-quality care while supporting your career progression.

Details

Date posted

26 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

24227

Job locations

Gartree Road

Leicester

LE2 2FF


Job description

Job responsibilities

Deputy Imaging Manager | Spire Leicester Hospital | Oadby | Full Time | Permanent Spire Leicester Hospital is seeking a Deputy Imaging Manager to support the leadership and operational delivery of imaging services across CT, MRI, X-ray, and theatres. This is a hands-on role with a significant clinical component, with approximately 60% of time spent delivering clinical work across MRI, CT and X-ray as required, and the remainder of time focused on leadership and operational responsibilities. This balance can vary in line with service needs. You will work closely with the Imaging Manager to support the day-to-day running of the department, ensuring safe, effective, and efficient service delivery. Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the overall management and performance of the imaging department across all modalities
  • Deputise for the Imaging Manager, taking responsibility for operational delivery when required
  • Lead, manage, and develop radiographers and support staff
  • Monitor performance, address issues, and support a consistent, high-quality service
  • Oversee compliance, governance, audit, and quality assurance processes
  • Contribute to service planning, workforce management, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • What We're Looking For:
  • HCPC-registered Radiographer with strong experience in CT and/or MRI
  • Broader exposure to general X-ray, theatre imaging and/or mammography
  • Proven experience supporting or leading teams within an imaging environment
  • Strong organisational, communication, and people management skills
  • Confidence to deputise and support operational decision-making
  • Desirable:
  • Previous supervisory or management experience
  • Experience within private healthcare
  • Involvement in audit, governance, or service development
  • Benefits: We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
  • 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
  • Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
  • 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
  • Free Bupa wellness screening
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Our Values: We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:
  • Driving clinical excellence
  • Doing the right thing
  • Caring is our passion.
  • Keeping it simple
  • Delivering on our promises
  • Succeeding and celebrating together
  • We commit to our employees' well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart. Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services. Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Deputy Imaging Manager | Spire Leicester Hospital | Oadby | Full Time | Permanent Spire Leicester Hospital is seeking a Deputy Imaging Manager to support the leadership and operational delivery of imaging services across CT, MRI, X-ray, and theatres. This is a hands-on role with a significant clinical component, with approximately 60% of time spent delivering clinical work across MRI, CT and X-ray as required, and the remainder of time focused on leadership and operational responsibilities. This balance can vary in line with service needs. You will work closely with the Imaging Manager to support the day-to-day running of the department, ensuring safe, effective, and efficient service delivery. Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the overall management and performance of the imaging department across all modalities
  • Deputise for the Imaging Manager, taking responsibility for operational delivery when required
  • Lead, manage, and develop radiographers and support staff
  • Monitor performance, address issues, and support a consistent, high-quality service
  • Oversee compliance, governance, audit, and quality assurance processes
  • Contribute to service planning, workforce management, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • What We're Looking For:
  • HCPC-registered Radiographer with strong experience in CT and/or MRI
  • Broader exposure to general X-ray, theatre imaging and/or mammography
  • Proven experience supporting or leading teams within an imaging environment
  • Strong organisational, communication, and people management skills
  • Confidence to deputise and support operational decision-making
  • Desirable:
  • Previous supervisory or management experience
  • Experience within private healthcare
  • Involvement in audit, governance, or service development
  • Benefits: We offer employed colleagues a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
  • 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
  • Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
  • 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
  • Free Bupa wellness screening
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Our Values: We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:
  • Driving clinical excellence
  • Doing the right thing
  • Caring is our passion.
  • Keeping it simple
  • Delivering on our promises
  • Succeeding and celebrating together
  • We commit to our employees' well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart. Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services. Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • HCPC-registered Radiographer with strong experience in CT and/or MRI

    Experience

    Essential

    • Broader exposure to general X-ray, theatre imaging and/or mammography
    • Proven experience supporting or leading teams within an imaging environment
    • Strong organisational, communication, and people management skills
    • Confidence to deputise and support operational decision-making

    Desirable

    • Previous supervisory or management experience
    • Experience within private healthcare
    • Involvement in audit, governance, or service development
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • HCPC-registered Radiographer with strong experience in CT and/or MRI

    Experience

    Essential

    • Broader exposure to general X-ray, theatre imaging and/or mammography
    • Proven experience supporting or leading teams within an imaging environment
    • Strong organisational, communication, and people management skills
    • Confidence to deputise and support operational decision-making

    Desirable

    • Previous supervisory or management experience
    • Experience within private healthcare
    • Involvement in audit, governance, or service development

    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 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.

    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 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).

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Spire Healthcare Ltd

    Address

    Gartree Road

    Leicester

    LE2 2FF


    Employer's website

    https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)


    Employer details

    Employer name

    Spire Healthcare Ltd

    Address

    Gartree Road

    Leicester

    LE2 2FF


    Employer's website

    https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)


    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Resourcing Partner

    Maxine Cassidy

    Maxine.Cassidy@spirehealthcare.com

    +447715055848

    Details

    Date posted

    26 March 2026

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    Depending on experience

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    24227

    Job locations

    Gartree Road

    Leicester

    LE2 2FF


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