Diagnostic Radiographer

NHS; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Whitehaven is seeking a Diagnostic Radiographer to deliver a wide range of radiology services including general, theatre and emergency radiography. This full-time role requires a Degree in Radiography and HCPC registration. Newly qualified candidates or students close to qualification may apply. The position offers a competitive salary between £31,049 to £37,796 per year, and covers a 24/7 departmental service. Mentorship opportunities for students are also included.

Benefits

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working scheme

NHS discounts

Salary sacrifice schemes

Excellent opportunities for development

Competitive NHS pension scheme

Counselling and information service

Qualifications

• HCPC registration required.
• Degree in radiography essential.
• Experience in emergency radiography.

Responsibilities

• Provide a radiology service across West Cumbria.
• Work independently for radiographic examinations.
• Mentor student and newly qualified radiographers.

Skills

Plain film and fluoroscopic radiography

Excellent communication skills

Team member

Manual dexterity

Ability to use initiative appropriately

Mentorship skills

Education

Degree in radiography or equivalent

HCPC registration

Job description

Job summary

Diagnostic Radiographer Band 5. 37.5hr post available.

Work as a diagnostic radiographer within the team that provides 365 days, 24 hour radiology services, including general radiography, theatre services, emergency radiography and fluoroscopic services, with rotation through CT and the Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC). All applicants must have a BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent and HCPC registration.

Post suitable to newly qualified and experienced radiographers (including students due to qualify in 2024 if registration is pending).

Main duties of the job

• Provide a radiology service across West Cumbria comprising general radiography, theatres, dental, fluoroscopy and CT.
• Work independently to justify, authorise and perform radiographic examinations from a range of referral pathways including general and dental practitioners.
• Provide 24/7 department cover.
• Work as part of the Radiology team to mentor student radiographers, assistant practitioners and newly qualified radiographers.
• Undertake Quality Assurance as required.

About us

At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and offers a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.

• Being a clinically led organisation
• Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
• A positive patient experience every time
• A great place to work
• Managing our money well

We are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work. Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.

Details

Date posted: 12 January 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: 5

Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year (Pro Rata)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 262-A-25-7683151

Job locations

West Cumberland Hospital

Homewood Road

Whitehaven, CA28 8JG

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applicants who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship if the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility before applying. If they do not meet the eligibility criteria, they will not be progressed. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website: https://www.gov.uk/visas-immigration

If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our policy for eligible vacancies.

Disclosure and Barring Service

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. The cost of the DBS will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. Charges are:

• Standard Check: £21.50 + administration cost £5.90 = £27.40 (deducted over a 4‑month period or a one‑off payment).
• Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost £5.90 = £55.40 (deducted over a 4‑month period or a one‑off payment).

Benefits

• 27‑day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
• Flexible working scheme
• NHS discounts*
• Salary sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*
• Excellent opportunities for development*
• Competitive NHS pension scheme
• Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work‑related problems
• *Subject to eligibility

Important Information

Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, so please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential)

• Degree in radiography or equivalent.
• HCPC registration.

Experience (Essential)

• Plain film, fluoroscopic and emergency radiography.

Desirable

• CT, Angiography

Knowledge (Essential)

• Patient care including signs of deteriorating health and first‑level life support techniques.
• Infection control.
• Radiation protection.
• Moving and handling techniques.

Desirable Knowledge

• RIS / PACS.
• Pathology recognition.
• Trust policies and procedures.
• Medicines management.

Skills and Aptitudes (Essential)

• Plain film and fluoroscopic radiography.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Team member.
• Manual dexterity.
• Moving and handling the non‑independently mobile, including those with multiple injuries.
• Ability to use initiative appropriately.
• Ability to motivate self & others.
• Ability to teach.
• Mentorship skills.
• Ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines.
• Ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care.

Personal Circumstances (Essential)

• Confident.
• Meticulous.
• Calm.
• Empathic.
• Willing to accept responsibility.

Desirable Personal Circumstances

• Enthusiasm for further learning.

Employer details

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

West Cumberland Hospital, Homewood Road, Whitehaven, CA28 8JG

Website: https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/