Visa Information
This position offers a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible international candidates. The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust welcomes applications from skilled professionals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. However, all applicants must verify their visa eligibility directly with the employer before applying, as immigration requirements can be complex and subject to change.
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and innovative clinical scientist to lead our Medical Physics & Clinical Engineering service. This senior role offers the chance to guide a highly skilled and enthusiastic team to ensure the safe and effective delivery of specialist support across the Trust. As Head of Department, you will provide strategic, professional and operational leadership across diagnostic imaging and radiation protection physics, radiotherapy physics, nuclear medicine physics and clinical engineering.
About The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands providing primary, acute and community services. We are incredibly proud of the diversity of both our staff and the communities we serve. We are building a workforce that can help us to fulfil our values, improve the quality of care for patients, and solve the health care problems of tomorrow. We’re passionate about the value that diversity of thinking and lived experience brings in enabling us to become a learning organisation and leader in delivering compassionate care for our patients.
Benefits of Working With Us
We are delighted that we have been rated as “Good” by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). We have achieved numerous awards including The Nursing Times Best Diversity and Inclusion Practice and Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff in 2020. The Trust is a supportive working environment committed to creating flexible working arrangements that suit your needs and as such will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly.
Position Details
Job Title: Head of Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering
Company: The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust
Location: New Cross Hospital, Wolverhampton, WV10 0QP
Salary: £91,342 to £105,337 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Reference Number: 225-EST-7665184
Closing Date: 25 January 2026
Key Responsibilities
You will be a State Registered Consultant Clinical Scientist and the scientific and managerial lead for Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering. You will advise the Trust on all aspects of the field and provide strategic leadership across services including radiotherapy physics, nuclear medicine, radiopharmacy, diagnostic radiology, non-ionising radiation, specialist computing and medical equipment management. You will be professionally accountable for the delivery of these services ensuring high-quality patient care.
Management and Leadership
The role includes managing service leads, overseeing business performance, clinical governance, and health and safety. You will work closely with clinical colleagues to ensure alignment with Trust and Divisional goals. You will manage a budget of around £9m and ensure services remain cost-effective. It is desirable to be a Radiation Protection Adviser or working towards certification, and you will oversee the department’s ability to provide radiation protection and medical device advice to the Trust and contracted organisations.
Strategic Development
You will support strategic planning, manage Research and Development within the department and lead education and training activities. You will also ensure staff are appropriately qualified, experienced, and state registered where required. A requirement for this role is certification as a Medical Physics Expert (MPE) and being active in one area of medical physics practice. You will act as the Trust’s lead on the portfolio of services and be part of the Divisional Management team.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
- Holds valid HCPC registration
- Has valid MPE certification
- Relevant first degree and MSc in radiation physics
- PhD or equivalent evidence of research training
Desirable Qualifications
- Holds or working towards RPA certification
- MBA/PgD or equivalent in management
Essential Experience and Skills
- Extensive relevant experience in one discipline of Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering
- Broad and well-developed knowledge across whole of MPCE disciplines
- Proven managerial and leadership skills
- Expert understanding of relevant UK ionising radiation legislation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
UK Requirements for International Applicants
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website for overseas health professionals. 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.
Immigration Considerations
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. 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.
Relocation Support
The Royal Wolverhampton area offers an excellent quality of life with good transport links to Birmingham and other major cities. The NHS offers various support services for international staff, including assistance with finding accommodation, understanding the UK healthcare system, and cultural orientation programs. The Trust is committed to making the relocation process as smooth as possible for successful candidates.
Professional Development
We offer excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression within the NHS. As a senior leader in medical physics and clinical engineering, you will have access to continuing education programs, research opportunities, and the chance to contribute to national initiatives in your field. The Trust supports staff in maintaining and developing their professional qualifications.
Equal Opportunities
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can reach their potential. We particularly welcome applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our workforce and bring different perspectives to our organisation.
How to Apply
Apply via NHS Jobs website. 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.
Application Checklist for International Applicants
- Verify your eligibility for UK work visa with the employer before applying
- Gather all required documentation including qualifications, certifications, and professional registration
- Prepare a comprehensive CV highlighting your experience in medical physics or clinical engineering
- Include details of any leadership experience and budget management
- Prepare for potential interviews which may be conducted remotely initially
- Be ready to discuss your knowledge of UK healthcare regulations and radiation safety
Contact Information
For questions about the job, contact Malcolm Foley (Head of MPCE):
Email: malcolm.foley@nhs.net
Phone: 01902695522
Further Information
For more information about The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, please visit our website: https://www.royalwolverhampton.nhs.uk/
For privacy information, please refer to our privacy notice: https://www.royalwolverhampton.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/privacy-ico/our-services/royal-wolverhampton-nhs-trust-privacy-notice/
Important Notes
Please ensure that you meet all the essential criteria outlined in the person specification before applying. Shortlisted candidates will be required to demonstrate their knowledge and skills through an interview process. The Trust may request references and verify information provided in your application. We look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to our team at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust.