SWL Imaging Digital Delivery Manager | Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Kingston Hospital Foundation Trust; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in London is seeking an Imaging Digital Delivery Manager to oversee the SWL Imaging Network Digital Programme. This role focuses on coordinating project delivery, establishing governance, and liaising with stakeholders. Candidates should have strong NHS digital systems knowledge and project management expertise, holding a Master’s degree or equivalent experience. The position is a 12-month fixed-term contract with flexible working arrangements available.

Benefits

Wellbeing resources

Support for professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of NHS digital systems, particularly in radiology and imaging services.
• Excellent programme and project management skills.
• Educated to Master’s level or equivalent with extensive expertise.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the delivery of the SWL Imaging Network Digital Programme.
• Establish and maintain robust governance frameworks.
• Act as the key liaison between SWL Trusts and suppliers.

Skills

Understanding of NHS digital systems

Knowledge in radiology and imaging services

Programme and project management

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Master’s level education or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

South West London (SWL) is embarking on an exciting Imaging Digital Transformation Programme to modernise and enhance imaging services across our Acute Trusts. This programme will play a pivotal role in delivering unified digital imaging solutions that support clinical productivity and excellence, operational efficiency and improved patient care.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as the Imaging Digital Delivery Manager within the SWL Diagnostics Programme, part of SWL Acute Provider Collaborative (APC). The SWL APC comprises four acute hospital Trusts: Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust, Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, and St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

We are seeking a motivated, competent, experienced individual to join our team and contribute to this ambitious programme with the appropriate knowledge and experience of digital solutions within Imaging (Radiology). These roles are key to ensuring the successful digital delivery, transformation and innovation across the SWL Imaging Network.

Responsibilities

1. Coordinate the delivery of the SWL Imaging Network Digital Programme, managing projects day-to-day within agreed scope, budget and timelines.
2. Establish and maintain robust governance frameworks, including risk, issue, and benefits realisation, providing regular updates to senior management and boards.
3. Act as the key liaison between SWL Trusts, programme teams, and suppliers, facilitating effective communication and collaboration across all stakeholders.

This Programme is hosted by Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust.

Development and Wellbeing

Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can’t expect the best from you if we don’t invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we’re committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources at Kingston Hospital including wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly ‘shoutouts’ and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

At KRFT we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Essential Criteria

1. Strong understanding of NHS digital systems, with specific knowledge and or experience in radiology and imaging services and solutions, including RIS and PACS.
2. Excellent programme and project management skills, including:
   • Expertise in planning, governance, writing business case / reports.
   • Producing highlight and board-level reports, supporting programme delivery and governance.
   • Strong communicative, administrative and organisational skill.

You should be educated to Master’s level or equivalent experience with extensive expertise in programme delivery, transformation, and operational implementation.

Additional Notes

This is a 12-month fixed term contract with the potential to be extended further. Candidates currently working within the NHS will be offered an opportunity on a secondment basis only.

Contact

For an informal discussion please contact: Aarti Joshi, Director, SWL Diagnostics Programme on 07786 020147.

For more details and a job pack, please visit: https://www.jobs.nhs.uk where you can register and apply online.

The closing date for applications: 4th Dec 2025.

This advert closes on Thursday 4 Dec 2025.