Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Senior Radiographer (Deputy to P. Ops)

The closing date is 11 February 2026

Job summary

Step into Leadership - Deputy to Principal Operations Radiographer

Are you a motivated Radiographer ready to take the next step in your career? Do you enjoy leading teams, solving problems, and making a real impact on patient care?

We're offering an exciting opportunity to join our Radiology Department as Deputy to the Principal Operations Radiographers - a key leadership role supporting the delivery of high-quality imaging services.

In this role, you will:

  • Support the day-to-day running of radiographic services.
  • Lead and motivate teams to deliver safe, efficient care.
  • Work closely with senior leaders on service planning and improvement.
  • Be a key contact for operational issues and workforce coordination.

We're looking for someone who:

  • Has a strong clinical background in radiography.
  • Is proactive, organised, and a confident communicator.
  • Is passionate about leadership, service improvement, and team development.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your leadership skills in a supportive environment and help shape the future of radiology services.

Main duties of the job

Support Operational Delivery: Work closely with the Principal Operations Radiographers to ensure a high-quality, patient-centred radiology service.

Maintain and Improve Standards: Lead by example in setting clinical and professional standards. Participate in audits and service reviews to identify and implement improvements.

Supervise and Develop Staff: Provide supervision, assessment, and training for staff, students, and visitors, ensuring adherence to BCUHB policies, radiology protocols, and professional standards.

Foster Collaborative Working: Promote effective communication and teamwork across departments, helping to resolve local operational issues as they arise.

Undertake Line Management Duties: Support delegated responsibilities including return-to-work interviews, appraisals, and daily staff allocation.

This role requires excellent communication skills and a sound understanding of IR(ME)R and IRR17 regulations. It offers an excellent development opportunity for those aspiring to senior leadership roles.

We value work-life balance and welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements, including job shares.

If you're committed, motivated, and ready to lead, we encourage you to apply and help shape the future of radiology services.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Details

Date posted

28 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,263 to £47,280 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

050-AHP015-0126

Job locations

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

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Experience

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Skills

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable

  • Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Experience

Essential

  • Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable

  • Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Skills

Essential

  • Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable

  • Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

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

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Principal Radiographer Operations

Alison Williams

Alison.Williams13@wales.nhs.uk

03000847882

Details

Date posted

28 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,263 to £47,280 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

050-AHP015-0126

Job locations

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD


Supporting documents

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