Deputy Imaging Manager

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.

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.

• 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

Qualifications and experience

• 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

• 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

• 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, ongoing development, support and reward. Spire Healthcare is 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.

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.