Nuffield Health

Lead Radiographer

The closing date is 11 December 2025

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Job summary

Lead Radiographer Bristol Hospital | Radiology | Fixed Term | Full time Up to £47,500 per annum depending on experience 37.5 hours per week

Main duties of the job

Provide clinical leadership within a highly specialised area. You will participate in departmental QA, audit and all aspects of mandatory training as well. As a clinical lead you will enjoy scoping to develop policies and procedures. Deputise and support Radiology Manager. Supervise and develop other members of staff, inlcuding to mentor students and perceptees. Work in partnership supporting practitioners and other departments around the hospital. See each patient as an individual and carry out this role with understanding and empathy. Excellent communication and team working abilities.

About us

At Nuffield Health the UKs largest healthcare charity, everything we give our patients, members and customers would not be possible without you. Your passion, your warmth, your drive to make a difference. Whether it's driving connected health, helping the nation, transforming experiences, or building the career you want - we give you the support to do it all. Join our journey. It starts with you.

Details

Date posted

13 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£45,500 to £47,500 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

1 days

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

JR0092809

Job locations

3 Clifton Hill Bristol Avon BS8 1BN

Bristol

BS8 1BN


Job description

Job responsibilities

Lead Radiographer Bristol Hospital | Radiology | Fixed Term | Full time Up to £47,500 per annum depending on experience 37.5 hours per week At Nuffield Health the UKs largest healthcare charity, everything we give our patients, members and customers would not be possible without you. Your passion, your warmth, your drive to make a difference. Whether it's driving connected health, helping the nation, transforming experiences, or building the career you want - we give you the support to do it all. Join our journey. It starts with you. We are looking for an experienced Lead Radiographer who will be responsible for the operational management of a part of the diagnostic imaging department ensuring the delivery of high-quality imaging services, and to be a speciality lead in general and theatre imaging, whilst supporting the Radiology Manager. You will have the relevant specialist knowledge with previous people management experience, good communication and IT skills, to help us build a healthier nation as a Lead Radiographer at our hospital. The Radiology department is a growing and busy department covering general radiographic procedures, theatre, ultrasound, CT and MRI. You will undertake a wide range of duties in helping to run the day to day running of a radiology service as well as participating in clinical work. You hold a BSC degree in diagnostic radiography (or equivalent), a postgraduate qualification and be HCPC registered. With a working knowledge of IRMER, IRR and be able to undertake audits. Radiation Protection Supervisor training/qualification would be desirable. We have a duty to apply to the DBS disclosure on successful candidates. As our Lead Radiographer , you will:

  • Provide clinical leadership within a highly specialised area.
  • You will participate in departmental QA, audit and all aspects of mandatory training as well.
  • As a clinical lead you will enjoy scoping to develop policies and procedures.
  • Deputise and support Radiology Manager.
  • Supervise and develop other members of staff, inlcuding to mentor students and perceptees.
  • Work in partnership supporting practitioners and other departments around the hospital.
  • See each patient as an individual and carry out this role with understanding and empathy.
  • Excellent communication and team working abilities.
    • Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. Here, you can choose from a range of fitness, lifestyle, health and fitness wellbeing rewards, such as free gym membership, health assessments, retail discounts and pension options. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. Applications will be considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close adverts early, for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications. Therefore, please apply early to ensure you are considered for the post. It starts with you.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Lead Radiographer Bristol Hospital | Radiology | Fixed Term | Full time Up to £47,500 per annum depending on experience 37.5 hours per week At Nuffield Health the UKs largest healthcare charity, everything we give our patients, members and customers would not be possible without you. Your passion, your warmth, your drive to make a difference. Whether it's driving connected health, helping the nation, transforming experiences, or building the career you want - we give you the support to do it all. Join our journey. It starts with you. We are looking for an experienced Lead Radiographer who will be responsible for the operational management of a part of the diagnostic imaging department ensuring the delivery of high-quality imaging services, and to be a speciality lead in general and theatre imaging, whilst supporting the Radiology Manager. You will have the relevant specialist knowledge with previous people management experience, good communication and IT skills, to help us build a healthier nation as a Lead Radiographer at our hospital. The Radiology department is a growing and busy department covering general radiographic procedures, theatre, ultrasound, CT and MRI. You will undertake a wide range of duties in helping to run the day to day running of a radiology service as well as participating in clinical work. You hold a BSC degree in diagnostic radiography (or equivalent), a postgraduate qualification and be HCPC registered. With a working knowledge of IRMER, IRR and be able to undertake audits. Radiation Protection Supervisor training/qualification would be desirable. We have a duty to apply to the DBS disclosure on successful candidates. As our Lead Radiographer , you will:

  • Provide clinical leadership within a highly specialised area.
  • You will participate in departmental QA, audit and all aspects of mandatory training as well.
  • As a clinical lead you will enjoy scoping to develop policies and procedures.
  • Deputise and support Radiology Manager.
  • Supervise and develop other members of staff, inlcuding to mentor students and perceptees.
  • Work in partnership supporting practitioners and other departments around the hospital.
  • See each patient as an individual and carry out this role with understanding and empathy.
  • Excellent communication and team working abilities.
    • Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. Here, you can choose from a range of fitness, lifestyle, health and fitness wellbeing rewards, such as free gym membership, health assessments, retail discounts and pension options. At Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. Applications will be considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close adverts early, for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications. Therefore, please apply early to ensure you are considered for the post. It starts with you.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • BSC degree in diagnostic radiography (or equivalent), a postgraduate qualification and be HCPC registered. Radiation Protection Supervisor training/qualification would be desirable.

    Experience

    Essential

    • Post qualification experience
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • BSC degree in diagnostic radiography (or equivalent), a postgraduate qualification and be HCPC registered. Radiation Protection Supervisor training/qualification would be desirable.

    Experience

    Essential

    • Post qualification experience

    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.

    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.

    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

    Nuffield Health

    Address

    3 Clifton Hill Bristol Avon BS8 1BN

    Bristol

    BS8 1BN


    Employer's website

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

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Nuffield Health

    Address

    3 Clifton Hill Bristol Avon BS8 1BN

    Bristol

    BS8 1BN


    Employer's website

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

    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Talent Acquisition

    People Services

    peopleservices@nuffieldhealth.com

    03001235080

    Details

    Date posted

    13 November 2025

    Pay scheme

    Other

    Salary

    £45,500 to £47,500 a year

    Contract

    Fixed term

    Duration

    1 days

    Working pattern

    Full-time

    Reference number

    JR0092809

    Job locations

    3 Clifton Hill Bristol Avon BS8 1BN

    Bristol

    BS8 1BN


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