Assistant General Manager- Radiology, Band 6

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

Flexible working

On-site nurseries

Job summary

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Assistant General Manager for Radiology to lead operational delivery in the Radiology service. 30 hours per week, 12-month fixed-term maternity cover, ensuring timely diagnostics and high quality patient pathways.

You will work closely with the General Manager, clinical leads and teams to drive performance, implement improvements, manage workforce and report on key metrics while maintaining patient safety and experience.

Qualifications

• Candidates need GCSEs in English and Maths at C or higher and a degree or equivalent NHS operational experience.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development such as management training (I Lead, I Manage).
• Experience working in NHS operational/admin roles with service delivery responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operational management of Radiology services and RTT/cancer pathways.
• Lead performance monitoring, capacity planning, and service improvement initiatives.
• Develop workforce plans, recruitment, induction and staff development.
• Prepare reports for operational forums and deputise for the General Manager.

Skills

Healthcare operations

Project management

Leadership and supervision

Performance monitoring

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Education

GCSE English and Maths (C or higher)

Degree level or equivalent NHS experience

Ongoing professional development (management training)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Current jobs at Gloucestershire Hospitals

Assistant General Manager- Radiology, Band 6

Band 6

Main area Radiology Grade Band 6 Contract 12 months (Fixed term: 12 months (maternity cover)) Hours Part time - 30 hours per week Job ref 318-26-T0622

Site Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Town Gloucestershire Salary £39,959 - £48,117 (pa, pro rata if part-time) Salary period Yearly Closing 04/10/2026 23:59

At Gloucestershire Hospitals, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the county’s largest employer, we are proud to provide high-quality acute, elective, and specialist services to more than 650,000 people across our county. Our care is delivered across Gloucestershire Royal, Cheltenham General and Stroud Maternity Hospital.

With over 9,000 employees representing more than 95 nationalities, bringing together a mix of cultures and experiences to the care that we deliver. Whether you’re beginning your NHS journey or looking to take the next step in your career, this is an exciting time to join us. We’re investing heavily in innovation, research, and transformation, with more than 100 active clinical studies and major developments underway across our hospitals.

We take pride in working as one team, driven by a shared ambition to grow, develop, and continually improve. Every contribution is valued and by combining our collective strengths, we support not only our diverse communities but one another. You can expect a warm, supportive culture and colleagues who are passionate about teamwork, professional development and delivering exceptional care. We offer structured development programmes, mentoring and leadership opportunities to help you progress in your career.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from a comprehensive package that includes flexible working opportunities, generous annual leave, the NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, local discounts, access to on-site nurseries, reduced public transport costs, reward and recognition schemes and a wide range of health and wellbeing initiatives.

Be part of Gloucestershire Hospitals, explore your future with us today.

Job overview

Assistant General Manager Radiology, Band 6 (30 hours a week)

We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Assistant General Manager to join our Radiology Department within the Diagnostics and Specialties Division.

This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring operational leader to develop their management experience within an NHS environment. Working closely with the General Manager, clinical leaders and multidisciplinary teams, you will play a key role in supporting service delivery, improving patient pathways and driving operational performance across Imaging services.

You will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operational management of the service, ensuring patients receive timely access to diagnostic services while maintaining high standards of quality, safety and patient experience.

Main duties of the job

The Assistant General Manager will support the operational leadership and performance management of Radiology services, ensuring delivery against national and local targets, including RTT and cancer pathway standards.

The post holder will work closely with clinical and operational teams to drive service improvement and transformation initiatives, monitor and analyse performance data, develop recovery and improvement plans, and support the efficient delivery of patient pathways. They will build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, prepare reports for operational forums, support workforce management activities including recruitment, appraisal and staff development, and deputise for the General Manager as required. Through collaborative leadership, the role will contribute to improving service quality, patient experience, operational effectiveness and outcomes across Radiology.

Working for our organisation

At Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, we are proud to provide high quality acute healthcare services to the people of Gloucestershire and surrounding communities. Every day, our dedicated teams work together to deliver compassionate, safe and effective care for our patients. The Trust is committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive and innovative working environment where staff are empowered to develop, grow and make a real difference.

Our Radiology Service plays a vital role in delivering high-quality diagnostic and interventional services across Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Supporting thousands of patients each year, the department provides a comprehensive range of imaging services including MRI, CT, Ultrasound, X-ray, Fluoroscopy and Interventional Radiology. As part of a forward-thinking and innovative team, you will work alongside clinicians, operational leaders and administrative staff who are committed to delivering safe, timely and patient-centred care.

This role provides exposure to a fast-paced operational environment where no two days are the same, making it an excellent opportunity for an aspiring healthcare leader looking to develop their operational management, service improvement and leadership skills within a supportive and collaborative Radiology team.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The Assistant General Manager will support the operational delivery and performance management of Radiology services, ensuring patients progress through their diagnostic pathways safely and efficiently while meeting key national standards, including RTT, cancer and diagnostic targets.

The post holder will monitor performance, waiting lists, capacity and demand, identify risks and opportunities for improvement, and lead service improvement and transformation initiatives. They will provide leadership to administrative, booking and support teams, overseeing workforce management activities including recruitment, induction, appraisal, training, wellbeing and performance management. The role will also involve supporting complaints and incident processes, preparing reports for operational forums, managing resources effectively, and working collaboratively with clinical and non-collin colleagues to improve patient experience, service quality and operational performance across Radiology.

Person specification

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths to C grade or higher
• Educated to degree level or equivalent level of knowledge, training and experience in an NHS operational or administrative environment.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development such as attendance at management training (I Lead, I Manage)

Experience

• Experience of working in an NHS operational, administrative or service delivery role within a busy healthcare environment.
• Experience of supporting team coordination, workload prioritization, rota cover or staff supervision
• Experience of managing or contributing to complaints investigations, preparing clear and timely responses, and ensuring learning is translated into service improvement actions.
• Previous experience in a relevant speciality

Knowledge, skill and Abilities

• Broad knowledge of the delivery of health services.
• In-depth knowledge of cancer and 18-week RTT targets and their application.
• Demonstrable knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and controlling projects and programmes.
• Able to work independently, use initiative and prioritise own and others’ workloads within agreed objectives.
• Can work under pressure and respond to short timescales, delivering work on time and with accuracy.
• Ability to lead, manage and motivate staff, command respect and create a strong sense of community within a team.
• Benefits-, target- and results-oriented, with a clear focus on service outcomes and continuous improvement.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and relevant project management software to produce high-quality reports for Divisional and Trust Boards and other audiences.
• Acts as a role model and lead by example to reinforce the Trust’s values and behaviours throughout the area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of capacity and demand modelling, with evidence of successful implementation.
• Knowledge and experience of managing complaints, concerns and patient feedback in accordance with Trust policy, including investigation, drafting responses, identifying themes and implementing learning.
• Analyse performance data to identify risks and areas for improvement, support recovery actions and present updates clearly.

Experience

• Experience of working in an NHS operational, administrative or service delivery role within a busy healthcare environment.
• Experience of supporting team coordination, workload prioritisation, rota cover or staff supervision.
• Experience of managing or contributing to complaints investigations, preparing clear and timely responses, and ensuring learning is translated into service improvement actions.

Personal Attributes

• Organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Demonstrates a patient-focused approach, with commitment to quality, safety, confidentiality and inclusive working.
• Creative and flexible, with the resilience to adapt to changing operational priorities.
• Communicates professionally and sensitively, including when responding to patients or families raising concerns or complaints.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.