Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer

#CatchUpWithCancer; Exeter; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension

Cycle to work

Job summary

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Exeter is offering an apprenticeship as a Therapeutic Radiographer. The role involves training within the radiotherapy team at the Exeter Oncology Centre, contributing to plan preparation, treatment delivery, and patient care.

The post is a 12-month fixed-term apprenticeship at Band 5 with a salary ranging from £32,073 to £39,043 per year pro rata. Closing date: 08 October 2026. Interview date to be confirmed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of bespoke radiotherapy treatment plans and QA.
• Assist in treatment delivery and patient care.
• Support quality assurance of treatment plans and radiotherapy equipment.

Job description

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer

The closing date is 08 October 2026

Job Description

We are delighted to be offering the opportunity for an apprentice therapeutic radiographer to join the radiotherapy team at the Exeter Oncology Centre.

Radiotherapy plays a vital role in the management of cancer, with up to 50% of all cancer patients receiving radiotherapy as part of their treatment pathway. Therapeutic radiographers are specifically trained to be involved in all aspects of the provision of a radiotherapy service, including the preparation of bespoke treatment plans, treatment delivery, quality assurance of treatment plans and radiotherapy equipment plus the wider holistic care of the patient undergoing treatment.

Main duties of the job: for more detail, see the job description section below.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state‑of‑the‑art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world‑class care to our local communities.

It’s never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you’ll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Details

Band: Band 5

Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year pro rata

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week

Working pattern: 37.5 hours per week

Reference number: 185-785-14301

Job locations: Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, Barrack Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5DW, United Kingdom

Working Pattern

37.5 hours per week

Interview Date

To Be Confirmed

Contact

For further information or to arrange a visit please contact: Helen Slaney (Radiotherapy Services Manager), [e-mail] or Amelia Clark (Practice Education Lead), [e-mail]

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and ‘At Risk’ status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we’ll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work‑life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you’re starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You’ll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit. You’ll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

Other benefits include: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter. Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

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.

Employer Details

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, Barrack Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5DW, United Kingdom

Employer’s website: https://royaldevon.nhs.uk/

Employer Contact Details

Recruiter: Royal Devon NHS Recruitment Team

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]