This is an exciting opportunity to join the Senior Care Group Leadership Team as theHead of AHP Workforce in Radiology. We are seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking HCPC‑registered Radiographer to provide strategic and operational leadership across our Allied Health Professional (AHP) workforce within Radiology.
As a key member of the Care Group Senior Leadership Team, you will represent Radiology at board level, providing expert professional advice and assurance to the Associate Chief Operating Officer and Chief AHP. You will lead on workforce quality, safety, governance, development and transformation—ensuring our services deliver the highest standards for our patients and our people.
Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to shape the Radiology AHP workforce of the future, leading meaningful change and contributing directly to the safety, quality and strategic vision of our Trust. You will be part of a supportive, high‑performing leadership team committed to delivering exceptional patient care and nurturing our workforce.
* Provide strategic leadership for all aspects of the AHP workforce within Radiology, including registered and non‑registered staff group.
* Ensure robust quality, safety and governance processes, delivering assurance and high‑quality reporting to the Associate COO, Chief AHP, CQC, HEE, and other regulatory bodies.
* Lead workforce development programmes, including education, training, succession planning and service redesign.
* Manage workforce transformation and restructuring initiatives, ensuring innovation and sustainability.
* Conduct and oversee investigations, including disciplinary processes, complaints and patient safety incidents.
* Produce high‑quality reports, business cases and strategic papers for senior committees and Trust‑level boards.
* Work collaboratively with a wide range of internal and external partners, including clinical services, education providers, regulators and national bodies.
* Champion a culture of continuous improvement, professional development and compassionate leadership.
Trust Information Pack:
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Our benefits
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants.
* 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service).
* A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave.
* Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme.
* NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme.
* An extensive range of learning and development opportunities.
* Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers.
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co‑developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks – including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks – to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
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We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE – Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
This advert closes on Monday 23 Feb 2026
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