Training Programme Director - Radiology ST5The closing date is 27 July 2026Job summaryThe Training Programme Director in ST5 will support the Head of School in the Strategic Development of the School of Radiology.
The post holder will lead on the development of the School's Recruitment and Retention Strategy and contribute to supporting the School Operational Programme.
The post holder will be a member of the School Board.
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Main duties of the jobTraining programme directors are key to the running of postgraduate medical and dental training. They are responsible for managing training in a single specialty. They manage the recruitment of trainees by identifying vacancies on the programme, manage assessment processes, organise trainee rotations, develop a network of educational supervisors and support doctors or dentists with individual training needs
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DetailsDate posted: 13 July 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: Depending on experience
In line with TPD sessional paymentsContract: Secondment
Duration: 7 months
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number: 990-NW-EC3202-E
Job locations: Regatta Place, Brunswick Business Park, Summers Road, Liverpool, L3 4BL, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesThe Programme Director will ensure that both national standards, determined by the Royal College, and guidelines and standards established within Radiology are met. Responsibilities will include:
- To oversee the Specialties Regional Training Programme
- Specialty-specific matters and trainee/trainer concerns
- Recruitment to training posts and programmes
- Postgraduate programme management, including assessments, progression, rotations, support and remediation, OOP management, trainee management careers support, less than full-time training, inter-deanery transfer, academic training and other related work-streams.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced NHS Consultant with a thorough understanding of Radiology training across the region and who will also have strong leadership and communication skills and be able to work effectively as a member of a multi-professional team.
You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.
SecondmentsApplicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.
Job responsibilitiesThe Programme Director will ensure that both national standards, determined by the Royal College, and guidelines and standards established within Radiology are met. Responsibilities will include:
- To oversee the Specialties Regional Training Programme
- Specialty-specific matters and trainee/trainer concerns
- Recruitment to training posts and programmes
- Postgraduate programme management, including assessments, progression, rotations, support and remediation, OOP management, trainee management careers support, less than full-time training, inter-deanery transfer, academic training and other related work-streams.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced NHS Consultant with a thorough understanding of Radiology training across the region and who will also have strong leadership and communication skills and be able to work effectively as a member of a multi-professional team.
You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.
SecondmentsApplicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Consultant or Specialist doctor in Radiology and working in NHS in North West England
- Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists
Desirable- Education Qualification such as Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education
SkillsEssential- Demonstrable leadership skills, consistent with own personal style, and an ability to motivate others
- Effective interpersonal skills, as well as written and oral presentation skills
- Committed to own professional development and learning
- Ability to remain curious, open to new ideas, and willingness to be challenged
- Adequate organisational skills to be able to deliver the operational aspects of the role in a timely manner
Desirable- A clear sense of vision and an ability to innovate
ExperienceEssential- Experience of working with doctors in an educational context
- Experience as an educational supervisor especially for Radiology Trainees
Desirable- Clinical/Educational Management experience
- At least 2+ year's experience as Consultant Radiologist
- Previous or current appointment as a Leader in Healthcare Education would be desirable
- Experience as TSTL
- Experience in Recruitment
- Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
- Understanding the Workforce Transformation agenda
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Consultant or Specialist doctor in Radiology and working in NHS in North West England
- Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists
Desirable- Education Qualification such as Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education
SkillsEssential- Demonstrable leadership skills, consistent with own personal style, and an ability to motivate others
- Effective interpersonal skills, as well as written and oral presentation skills
- Committed to own professional development and learning
- Ability to remain curious, open to new ideas, and willingness to be challenged
- Adequate organisational skills to be able to deliver the operational aspects of the role in a timely manner
Desirable- A clear sense of vision and an ability to innovate
ExperienceEssential- Experience of working with doctors in an educational context
- Experience as an educational supervisor especially for Radiology Trainees
Desirable- Clinical/Educational Management experience
- At least 2+ year's experience as Consultant Radiologist
- Previous or current appointment as a Leader in Healthcare Education would be desirable
- Experience as TSTL
- Experience in Recruitment
- Awareness of funding streams for Healthcare Education
- Understanding the Workforce Transformation agenda
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer name: NHS England
Address: Regatta Place, Brunswick Business Park, Summers Road, Liverpool, L3 4BL, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer detailsEmployer name: NHS England
Address: Regatta Place, Brunswick Business Park, Summers Road, Liverpool, L3 4BL, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Head of School Radiology
Dhivya Paravasthu
dhivya.paravasthu@nhs.net
DetailsDate posted: 13 July 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: Depending on experience
In line with TPD sessional paymentsContract: Secondment
Duration: 7 months
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number: 990-NW-EC3202-E
Job locations: Regatta Place, Brunswick Business Park, Summers Road, Liverpool, L3 4BL, United Kingdom
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