CT Deputy Superintendent
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Isleworth, TW7 6AFView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
18 November 2026
6 days leftJob description
Post-holders will be radiographers who are keen to be part of an imaging service with a difference. Chelsea and Westminster NHS Foundation Trust's (CW...
- Approach all situations with curiosity, interest and with the potential to innovate.
- To demonstrate perspective taking when dealing with patients, customers and fellow staff alike so that all views are understood and considered.
- To undertake all radiographic duties efficiently and to the highest quality standards.
- To ensure that all patients receive the best possible standard of care.
- To assist the CT Superintendent with the operational requirements of the CT Department.
- Work closely with the CT Physics/Siemens team to work on protocol development.
- To be conversant with a broad range of CT scanning protocols.
- Proactively seek auditable areas within the service to identify areas for improvement and provide assurance on best practices being followed at the Trust.
- Ensure that Radiation Protection guidelines, IR(ME)R, IRR, etc. guidelines and local rules are strictly adhered to.
- Ensure that guidelines and local rules are strictly adhered to.
- Ensure that all guidelines relating to staff and patient safety are adhered to whilst in the CT department.
- Participate in departmental quality assurance programmes as required.
- Proactively demonstrate interest in developing oneself professionally by proposing QI projects, collecting data and presenting at inter/national conferences.
Refer to Key roles and Responsibilities, Job Description
In summary-
Deputise for the Superintendent Radiographer in their absence.
Assist with workforce planning and daily operational management.
Support staff development, appraisals and competency assessment.
Lead elements of quality improvement and service transformation.
Promote a culture of innovation, safety and continuous improvement.
Support implementation of departmental policies, procedures and protocols.
Contribute to radiation safety initiatives, dose optimisation and governance programmes.
Act as a role model for junior staff and students.
Once Qualified as B7 reporting radiographer and competency sign-off, governance approval and independent reporting requirements are met:
Independently perform and report Adult Contrast Swallow examinations within agreed scope of practice.
Participate in reporting audit and peer review programmes.
Contribute to development of reporting pathways and service expansion.
Provide specialist advice to referrers and multidisciplinary teams regarding Adult Contrast Swallow examinations.
Contribute to protocol development and service improvement relating to fluoroscopy reporting.
Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.
We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.
Education & Qualification
Essential: - Diagnostic Radiography BSc (Or equivalent); - HCPC Registration; - Membership of SOR; - Evidence of ongoing CPD
Desirable: - Post Graduate CT related Course
Trust Values
Essential: - Putting patients first; - Responsive to patients and staff; - Open and honest; - Unfailingly kind; - Determined to develop
Experience
Essential: - Substantial NHS (or equivalent) experience as a Senior Radiographer; - Fully CT competent on a range of specialist examinations
Desirable: - Previous experience deputising an imaging modality
Skills & Knowledge
Essential: - Organisational skills; - Interest in teaching/training; - A good understanding and demonstrating Customer Service standards
How to apply
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First seen
5 November 2026
Last checked
9 November 2026
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