Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer — Start Your HCPC Journey

#CatchUpWithCancer; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust is seeking an Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer. This NHS Band 2 position offers full-time hours (37.5 per week) in a permanent contract at Queen Alexandra Hospital. You will undertake a 2-3 year university-led apprenticeship and progress to a Band 5 radiographer post upon HCPC registration.

The role spans 7 days a week, 07:00–20:00, with mandatory off-the-job study. Salary starts at £25,272 per annum under the Agenda for Change pay scale.

Qualifications

• GCSE English & Maths at grade C (4) or above.
• 120 UCAS points from 3 A level science subjects or equivalent qualifications.
• Equivalent national BTEC qualifications or Access to HE Diploma in health studies.
• Previous degree in a related subject or evidence of study at level 3 with 6 months in a support role.

Responsibilities

• To learn and undertake radiotherapy techniques outlined in the apprenticeship program.
• To support radiographers to ensure safe and efficient department operations.
• To operate linear accelerators, superficial and CT scanner under supervision on a rota.
• To operate treatment and CT console following departmental protocols and safety measures.
• To learn radiotherapy treatment planning techniques for various patient types within professional standards.

Education

English & Maths GCSE Grade C (4) or above

120 UCAS points from 3 A level science subjects

Equivalent national BTEC qualifications

Previous degree in a related subject

Evidence of successful study at level 3 and 6 months experience in a support worker capacity

Job description

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust is seeking an Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer. This NHS Band 2 position offers full-time hours (37.5 per week) in a permanent contract at Queen Alexandra Hospital. You will undertake a 2-3 year university-led apprenticeship and progress to a Band 5 radiographer post upon HCPC registration.

The role spans 7 days a week, 07:00–20:00, with mandatory off-the-job study. Salary starts at £25,272 per annum under the Agenda for Change pay scale.