Job Description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.



Please see below for detailed job description of the role.



University Hospital Southampton is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Sonographer to join our friendly team as a Band 8 Lead Educational Sonographer. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in the education and development of our ultrasound workforce.

The successful candidate will responsible for shaping and delivering high-quality training and fostering a supportive learning environment.

We are looking for someone with strong clinical expertise, a passion for teaching, excellent leadership and communication skills and a commitment to driving innovation and continuous improvement in practice.



University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.



Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.



We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.



At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.



At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.



Provide evidence of supporting/managing and supervision of a range of learnings in practice.



Evidence of excellent Leadership skills, with the ability to make decisions and support staff.



Provide evidence of supporting colleagues to promote learning in practice providing an excellent learning environment for all.



Sound knowledge of all areas of Governance and knowledge of national and international guidance for ultrasound imaging.



Demonstration of knowledge of other departments work practices with which radiology has a significant interface.