Deputy Superintendent Radiographer
Guy’s and St Thomas’ is among the UK’s busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of hospital and community services for people in south London and as well as specialist care for patients from further afield including cancer, renal, orthopaedic, respiratory and cardiovascular services.
Guy’s is home to the largest dental school in Europe and a £160 million Cancer Centre opened in 2016. As part of our commitment to provide care closer to home, in 2017 we also opened a cancer centre and a kidney treatment centre at Queen Mary’s Hospital in Sidcup.St Thomas’ has one of the largest critical care units in the UK and one of the busiest emergency departments in London. It is also home to Evelina London Children’s Hospital.
Evelina London cares for local children in Lambeth and Southwark and provides specialist services across south east England including cardiac, renal and critical care services. We lead a number of specialist service networks aiming to ensure children are treated locally where possible, but have access to specialist expertise when they need it.Our community services include health visiting, school nursing and support for families of children with long-term conditions.
Our adult community services teams deliver care at the heart of the local communities we serve, working in partnership with GPs, local authorities and other healthcare and voluntary sector organisations. Working with our partners in Lambeth and Southwark, we are focusing on new ways of working to improve care for local patients.
In February 2021 the Royal Brompton and Harefield joined Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, bringing together world-leading expertise in the care and research of heart and lung disease. Our merger provides a once in a generation opportunity to build a lasting, world-renowned heart and lung centre, providing the highest quality care for patients and conducting world-leading research.
We have a reputation for clinical excellence and high quality teaching and research. We are part of King’s Health Partners, one of eight accredited UK academic health sciences centres. In partnership with King’s College London we have dedicated clinical research facilities including an MHRA accredited Phase I clinical trials unit.
Patients are at the heart of everything we do and we pride ourselves on ensuring the best possible patient experience as well as safe, high quality care. We are proud to have one of the lowest mortality rates in the NHS. Following a comprehensive Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection in 2019 we maintained our overall rating of ‘good’.Our adult community services achieved a rating of ‘outstanding’.
The commitment of our 23,500 staff is key to our success. We are one of the largest local employers and we aim to develop and support all our staff so they are able to deliver high quality, safe and efficient care. The 2019 NHS staff survey results show that we have one of the most engaged and motivated workforces in the NHS.We know this has a positive impact on the care provided to our patients.
We have one of the most ambitious capital investment programmes anywhere in the NHS.
Job overview
Exciting Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled radiographer to join the Dental Radiology team at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust as Deputy Superintendent Radiographer.
Our department features state-of-the-art imaging technology and a skilled, patient-focused team. The Dental Radiology Department provides imaging services, supporting a range of dental and maxillofacial specialities.
About the Role
You will be leading the dental radiology team, ensuring a safe, efficient, and patient-centred service. Key responsibilities include:
- Expertise in dental and maxillofacial imaging, including CBCT and fluoroscopy.
- Leading and motivating staff to foster a positive environment.
- Managing service delivery, including staffing and performance monitoring.
- Driving innovation through new protocols and procedures.
- Supporting staff training to maintain high standards.
- Overseeing quality assurance and governance to meet national standards.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven leadership and management experience in radiology.
- A track record of service improvements and managing change.
- Strong decision-making skills and the ability to seek guidance when needed.
- Excellent communication skills and a commitment to patient care.
If you are passionate about advancing dental radiology services and have the skills to lead a high-performing team, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
As the Deputy Superintendent Radiographer in Dental Radiology, you will play a key leadership role in managing and coordinating the clinical workload within the Dental Radiology Department at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust. You will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality radiological services, including advanced dental and maxillofacial imaging procedures such as CBCT and sialography.A significant aspect of the role involves leading a team of senior radiographers and imaging support staff, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and efficient use of resources to meet service demands. You will also be accountable for training and developing staff, managing performance through regular appraisals, and providing expert clinical guidance.
In the absence of the Superintendent Radiographer, you will act as the department’s senior representative, handling staffing, operational issues, and ensuring compliance with trust policies and regulations, including those related to radiation protection and clinical governance.
Additionally, you will contribute to the strategic development of the service by implementing quality improvements, supporting research and audit activities, and fostering a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
Working for our organisation
Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK’s best known hospitals – Guy’s, St Thomas’, Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield – as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.
We are among the UK’s busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.
We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and – as part of King’s Health Partners – we are one of England’s eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world-class clinical services, teaching and research.We have one of the National Institute for Health Research’s biomedical research centres, established with King’s College London in 2007, as well as dedicated clinical research facilities.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
As the Deputy Superintendent Radiographer in Dental Radiology at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, you will play a pivotal role in managing and delivering high-quality dental imaging services across the Trust. Working closely with the Superintendent Radiographer and the Dental Radiology Clinical Lead, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the department, ensuring the smooth coordination of clinical workload and the delivery of a safe, efficient, and patient-focused service.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Clinical Leadership – Provide expert knowledge in a full range of dental and maxillofacial imaging procedures, including CBCT and sialography, ensuring the highest standards of clinical practice.
- Team Management – Lead, support, and develop a team of senior radiographers, dental nurses, and imaging support staff, managing performance, capability, and conduct issues in line with Trust policies.
- Service Delivery – Manage daily workflow, authorise CBCT scans, and ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet service demands.
- Training and Development – Deliver training and support for staff, including radiographers, dental nurses, and clinical teachers, to ensure consistent high standards of care and compliance with professional guidelines.
- Operational Management – Oversee equipment maintenance, stock control, and adherence to radiation protection protocols (IR(ME)R17 and IRR17), taking appropriate action to resolve technical and operational issues.
- Governance and Quality Improvement – Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental protocols and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and service efficiency.
- Strategic Development – Support the Superintendent Radiographer in identifying and implementing service improvements and innovation to drive the department forward.
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration – Work closely with dental clinicians, medical physicists, and other healthcare professionals to provide a responsive and integrated service.
This role requires a highly motivated and experienced radiographer with strong leadership skills, clinical expertise in dental radiology, and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and play a key role in one of the country’s leading dental radiology departments, we would love to hear from you.
Person specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential criteria- Diagnostic Radiography Degree
- HCPC registration
- MSc or equivalent expertise in relevant Specialist Radiographic techniques
- Membership of BSDMFR
Previous experience
Essential criteria- Extensive radiography experience at a specialist level
- Experience of leading a team of staff
- Experience of teaching, developing and delivering training
- Experience of audit/quality systems
- Dental and Maxillofacial Radiography experience
Skills/Knowledge/ Ability
Essential criteria- In depth knowledge of dental and maxillofacial anatomy & pathological processes affecting the maxillofacial skeleton
- Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, reflecting a professional attitude at all times
- Ability to demonstrate good working relationships with people at all levels within a multi-disciplinary team
- Evidence of problem solving skills
- Ability to motivate staff & students to reach their full potential
- Ability to manage effectively in a rapidly changing environment
- Flexibility and willingness to undertake a wide range of duties as required by the service.
- Understanding of and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Demonstrable commitment to CPD
- Awareness/sensitivity towards patient needs
- Intermediate Life Support training and Manual Handling training
- Proven leadership ability
- Ability to use PC based software and digital imaging systems
Additional Information
Essential criteria- Proven good time keeping and sickness record
Guy’s and St Thomas’ celebrates, respects and values the diversity of its staff and patients. We review our policies, procedures and practices to ensure that all employees, patients and carers are treated equitable according to their needs. We are actively committed to ensuring that no one who applies for a job, works or study’s at the Trust, or accesses our services is discriminated against on the grounds of race, ethnicity, nationality, disability, religion or belief, age, gender identity , gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity/paternity, or marital/civil partnership.
Applications are welcomed from applicants with a disability. We can make reasonable adjustments and offer support and advice in a variety of ways throughout the application process. Equality of opportunity is our policy.
As an organisation we are committed to developing our services in ways that best suit the needs of our patients. This means that some staff groups will increasingly be asked to work a more flexible shift pattern so that we can offer services in the evenings or at weekends.
Flexible working
We are committed to supporting all employees to achieve a healthy work life balance and to work in a way that is best for them and our patients. We will consider all requests to work flexibly, taking in to account the individual’s personal circumstances as well the needs of the service.We encourage all prospective applicants to discuss their individual circumstances with the recruiting manager as part of the on-boarding process.
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