NHS England

Associate Head of School Radiology

The closing date is 22 February 2026

Job summary

The post holder will support the Head of School in the Strategic Development of the School of Radiology The post holder will support the School's Operational Programme and lead on programmes of work within the School strategy. The post holder will be a member of the School Board.

The post holder will support the School's commitment to delivering excellent postgraduate training, in Radiology environments which promote staff wellbeing, a positive learning culture, and a sense of belonging.

As a result of NHS England's (NHSE) integration into the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), please note that the end date for all new educator appointments will be 31st March 2027. The successful applicant will be updated regarding potential extensions (not guaranteed) beyond this date

Main duties of the job

To work in collaboration with The Head of School for Radiology in implementing the Medical Workforce Strategy, in alignment with the Long-Term Workforce Plan, which supports the recruitment and retention of Radiology Trainees to the North West Scheme

About us

Our staff bring expertise across clinical, operational, commissioning, technology, data science, cyber security, software engineering, education, and commercial specialisms -- enabling us to design and deliver high-quality NHS services.

We lead the NHS in England by:

  • Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities
  • Making the NHS a great place to work, where people can develop and make a difference
  • Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
  • Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
  • Delivering value for money

Earlier this year, the Government announced that NHS England will gradually merge with the Department of Health and Social Care, to create a smaller, more strategic centre that reduces duplication and waste.

If successful at interview, we will initiate an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR). This retrieves key data from your current or previous NHS employer to support onboarding, including competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You may opt out at any stage of the process.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

Details

Date posted

04 February 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

Depending on experience In line with HoS sessional payments

Contract

Secondment

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

990-NW-19757-E

Job locations

Across NW Region

Manchester

M1 3BN


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Associate Head of School will support the Head of School in the early identification and management of trainees requiring extra support , with the Lead Associate Dean for the specialty, in line with the NHSE North West WT&E Doctors and Dentists Review Group/Doctors in Difficulty framework.

To work with host trusts, ICBs and clinical colleagues to promote the work of the School and encourage a collegiate approach to the delivery of specialty training across NHSE North West WT&E, including participation in School and NHSE activities.

Secondments

Applicants from within the NHS willbe offered on asecondmentbasis only, agreementshouldbeobtainedfromtheiremployerpriortosubmittingtheapplication.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Associate Head of School will support the Head of School in the early identification and management of trainees requiring extra support , with the Lead Associate Dean for the specialty, in line with the NHSE North West WT&E Doctors and Dentists Review Group/Doctors in Difficulty framework.

To work with host trusts, ICBs and clinical colleagues to promote the work of the School and encourage a collegiate approach to the delivery of specialty training across NHSE North West WT&E, including participation in School and NHSE activities.

Secondments

Applicants from within the NHS willbe offered on asecondmentbasis only, agreementshouldbeobtainedfromtheiremployerpriortosubmittingtheapplication.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Consultant in Radiology on the Specialist Register and currently works in the NW England in NHS Trust
  • Member / Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists

Desirable

  • oAttendance at educational courses or an educational qualification such as Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working with doctors in an educational context
  • Experience as an educational supervisor
  • Previous or current lead role in Healthcare Education
  • Understanding the Workforce Transformation agenda

Desirable

  • Experience in recruitment.
  • Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
  • Clinical Manager Experience

Skills

Essential

  • A compassionate and inclusive leadership approach with a positive outlook and an ability to motivate others, particularly when a change is needed
  • A clear sense of vision and an ability to innovate
  • Committed to own personal and professional development
  • An ability to adhere to important deadlines and deliver agreed contributions to programme of work

Desirable

  • Prior experience as Educator
  • At least 5 year's experience as consultant
  • Good interpersonal skills, written and oral presentation skills
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Consultant in Radiology on the Specialist Register and currently works in the NW England in NHS Trust
  • Member / Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists

Desirable

  • oAttendance at educational courses or an educational qualification such as Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working with doctors in an educational context
  • Experience as an educational supervisor
  • Previous or current lead role in Healthcare Education
  • Understanding the Workforce Transformation agenda

Desirable

  • Experience in recruitment.
  • Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
  • Clinical Manager Experience

Skills

Essential

  • A compassionate and inclusive leadership approach with a positive outlook and an ability to motivate others, particularly when a change is needed
  • A clear sense of vision and an ability to innovate
  • Committed to own personal and professional development
  • An ability to adhere to important deadlines and deliver agreed contributions to programme of work

Desirable

  • Prior experience as Educator
  • At least 5 year's experience as consultant
  • Good interpersonal skills, written and oral presentation skills

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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

NHS England

Address

Across NW Region

Manchester

M1 3BN


Employer's website

https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

NHS England

Address

Across NW Region

Manchester

M1 3BN


Employer's website

https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of School Radiology

Dhivya Paravasthu

dhivya.paravasthu@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

04 February 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

Depending on experience In line with HoS sessional payments

Contract

Secondment

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

990-NW-19757-E

Job locations

Across NW Region

Manchester

M1 3BN


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