Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust; Torquay; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Torbay Hospital in Torquay, part of the Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, offers an Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer programme. The 36-month contract requires university study with UWE and clinical placements within a supportive radiotherapy team.

Entry demands Maths and English GCSE at grade C/4 and UWE course entry requirements. Ideal candidates should be available by 7.12.2026 for a Jan 2027 start, with a full-time 37.5-hour week."

Qualifications

• Maths and English GCSE grade C/4 qualifications.
• UWE entry requirements for course.

Responsibilities

• Undertake the Radiotherapy Radiographer Apprenticeship programme.
• Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to undertake a range of radiotherapy duties and procedures, as detailed within the apprenticeship programme.
• Work under the supervision of a registered health Practitioner at all times.
• Attend other radiotherapy departments to gain sufficient experience in some treatments or novel technologies where this is considered appropriate.
• Attend mandatory block study weeks for the Radiotherapy Radiographer Apprenticeship programme at the University of the West of England (UWE).

Skills

GCSE Maths/English

Education

UWE entry requirements

Job description

Main area Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer Grade Apprenticeships: Apprenticeship Contract 36 months (requirement to attend university and clinical placements and meet apprenticeship requirements throughout the programme) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Core university hours Monday - Friday 9-5pm during academic blocks, shift work during clinical placements including weekend and night shift working – this may be different depend on programme structure) Job ref 388-8212142-PC&S

Site Torbay Hospital Town Torquay Salary £25,760 - £31,157 (Y1 Start B3, Y2 Top B3, Yr 3 Start B4, linked to progression) Salary period Yearly Closing 16/10/2026 23:59

Job overview

Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity to join the radiotherapy team at Torbay Radiotherapy Department as an Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer.

Radiotherapy is a vital part of cancer care, with around half of people affected by cancer needing radiotherapy as part of their treatment pathway.

This exciting apprenticeship opportunity will allow you to start a career in a highly rewarding allied health profession which combines a high standard of patient care with advanced technical skills. You will undertake on the job training alongside BSc study with the University of the West of England (UWE) over a 36-month period. The training will be academically challenging but you will be fully supported throughout to develop the required skills and knowledge.

Successful completion of the training will allow you to register as a qualified therapeutic radiographer with the HCPC.

Please ensure you have the UWE entry requirements.

We strongly encourage anyone interested in this opportunity to visit the department to ensure that this is the right career choice for them. For further information or to arrange a visit please contact:

Applicant must be available to be in post no later than 7.12.2026, course to start Jan 2027.

Main duties of the job

• To undertake the Radiotherapy Radiographer Apprenticeship programme
• Work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to undertake a range of radiotherapy duties and procedures, as detailed within the apprenticeship programme
• Work under the supervision of a registered health Practitioner at all times
• Attend other radiotherapy departments to gain sufficient experience in some treatments or novel technologies where this is considered appropriate
• Attend mandatory block study weeks for the Radiotherapy Radiographer Apprenticeship programme at the University of the West of England (UWE)

TSDFT Radiotherapy service is based in Torbay Hospital and has a Canon Aquilion CT scanner, two matched VERSA Elekta Linacs, Mosaiq Oncology Management System, Pinnacle Treatment Planning System (transitioning to Eclipse) and SGRT. The service runs five days a week, 0800-20.00, with weekend and bank holiday working as the service requires.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information about this position, please see attached job description and person specification

Person specification

• Maths and English GCSE grade C/4 qualifications
• UWE entry requirements for course

You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.

If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a ‘Staff Carers’ policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer’s Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Applicants who identify in their application form they are a part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview, provided they meet the minimum essential criteria outlined in the job description and person specification for the role. Step into Health guidance can be found on our NHS Employers website.
• Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band.
• It is your responsibility to ensure the timely receipt of appropriate references.

The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups.

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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Naomi Hopkins Job title Head of Radiotherapy Services Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01803 655382

Chris Phillips, Lead Practice Educator, [e-mail]

Emma Meckiff, Pre-Treatment Manager, [e-mail]