Public Health Wales
Programme Coordinator (ultrasound) Antenatal Screening Wales

The closing date is 23 November 2026
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Job summary
Join the Antenatal Screening Wales Team - Secondment Opportunity/ Fixed Term Contract (9 Months) due to Maternity Cover

Individuals who hold permanent (substantive) employment within the NHS may only be appointed via secondment. Approval for a secondment must be obtained from your current line manager prior to submitting an application.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.

Antenatal Screening Wales (ASW) plays a vital role in supporting health boards across Wales to deliver high-quality antenatal screening services. Our work includes providing information that enables women and families to make informed choices, while driving continuous improvement in care through audit, quality assurance, standards, and professional education.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated sonographer to join our team on a 9-month maternity leave secondment/ fixed term contract. This is a unique chance to contribute to the development and delivery of antenatal screening services at a national level, helping to improve information and choices for women and families across Wales.

Main duties of the job
We are seeking a skilled professional with substantial experience in obstetric ultrasound and a strong understanding of population-based screening programmes. Experience working at health board level in a screening-related role is essential.

Working closely with the Head of Programme, the wider ASW team, and the ASW Quality and Clinical Governance Group, you will play a key role in shaping and supporting the delivery of a high-quality, evidence-based antenatal screening programme. The role also offers opportunities to collaborate with organisations beyond public health, building strong partnerships and influencing service improvement across Wales.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us
We are Public Health Wales - the national public health organisation in Wales. Our purpose is 'Working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help everyone in Wales live longer, healthier, happier lives. Together with our partners, we work to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.

Our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the leading source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. In a world facing complex health challenges, our work has never been so important.

We are guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values equality and diversity. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and are supportive of flexible working arrangements, including part time roles and job sharing.

Details
Date posted: 09 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 8a
Salary: £58,379 to £65,723 a year pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 9 months
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 028-AHP008-1126
Job locations: Public Health Wales, 2 Capital Quarter Tyndall Street, Cardiff, CF10 4BZ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

• Lead and support the development, delivery, and monitoring of antenatal ultrasound screening services.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and programme developments.
• Deliver professional education and support to a wide range of healthcare professionals.
• Provide expert knowledge on current antenatal screening policy and clinical practice.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to drive service excellence and innovation.

We are looking for someone who brings initiative, enthusiasm, and outstanding interpersonal skills, with a passion for improving screening services and supporting collaborative working across professional boundaries.

Base: Negotiable on appointment.
Travel: Occasional travel across Wales may be required.

Person Specification
Essential qualifications: Registered Midwife or Radiographer; DQASS registration
Desirable experience: Minimum of five years obstetric ultrasound experience; Senior NHS management experience; Policy implementation experience at a Regional or National level
Desirable skills: Familiarity with audio-visual equipment
Desirable knowledge: Up to date knowledge of NHS and maternity services in Wales

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found on the criminal records checks for overseas applicants page.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Public Health Wales
Address: Public Health Wales, 2 Capital Quarter Tyndall Street, Cardiff, CF10 4BZ, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://phw.nhs.wales/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Head of Programme Antenatal Screening Wales, Sarah Fox, sarah.fox3@wales.nhs.uk

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