Level 6 Degree Apprentice Diagnostic Radiographer

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust; Torquay; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local NHS foundation trust is seeking a Level 6 Degree Apprentice Diagnostic Radiographer. This 3-year apprenticeship offers a chance to gain experience in the Radiology Department while working towards becoming a qualified Radiographer. The ideal candidate will receive comprehensive support and training alongside academic instruction from the University of Exeter, allowing them to develop professional skills while contributing to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• GCSE grade C or above in English and Maths required.
• 3 A-Levels with grade B in a science subject.
• Equivalent qualifications accepted.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with Trust staff and patients.
• Support patient pathways and hospital management.
• Maintain high quality care and safety standards.

Skills

Ability to organise, plan and prioritise workload efficiently

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Highly committed to the degree programme

Clinical/healthcare/relevant scientific work experience

Experience of Radiology services

Education

GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Maths

3 A-Levels, grades BBC or above with grade B in a science subject or equivalent

Science based BSc

Job description

Level 6 Degree Apprentice Diagnostic Radiographer

The closing date is 16 October 2025

This is a training post offering the successful candidate the opportunity to work in a supported learning environment in the TSDFT Radiology Department. This is a 3-year degree apprenticeship working towards qualification as a B5 Diagnostic Radiographer. The items in italics reflect the role during the training period; on qualification these will be revised to reflect the qualified role.

You will be supervised when carrying out all clinical activity through the course of the degree apprenticeship.

• To carry out supervised radiographic examinations within the agreed scope of practice for the role, striving to produce images that are of exemplary diagnostic quality.
• To work as part of the Radiology team, supporting Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust (TSDFT) in delivering a high quality, safe and patient focussed service.
• Represent the Radiology team and TSDFT in a professional and appropriate manner.
• Contribute to safe working practices, ensuring full compliance with all local and national guidance and regulatory requirements.

This contract of employment is intended to apply alongside the TSDFT Apprenticeship Radiographer Degree Agreement which successful candidates will have signed.

This post is a Level 6 BSc Apprentice Radiographer on a 3-year degree course. Pay for this role is:

• Year 1 - Bottom of band 3
• Year 2 - Top of band 3
• Year 3 - Bottom of band 4
• Band 5 - On qualification and HCPC registration obtained

Main duties of the job

• Progress towards providing high quality diagnostic imaging under supervision within the required scope of practice in any of the TSDFT sites. The scope of training may extend to supporting more complex procedures under supervision, where appropriate for the role and after appropriate training
• To work within all mandated Regulatory guidelines and comply with all Trust and Departmental Policies Protocols and Guidelines, ensuring high quality, safe working practices in a safe working environment
• Provide highest quality of care, treating all patients equally
• The post-holder will be responsible for the safe and efficient use of expensive and complex technical equipment, within the scope of their supervised practice
• Developing towards management of workload in the room/area they are responsible for
• To work as part of the wider TSDFT team, supporting patient pathways for all patient types, assuring that patients receive the most effective and efficient service within the scope of the trainees practice
• The on successful qualification the post holder will supervise and advise trainees and students
• The post holder may be part of the 24 hour/7-day provision of service in support of training. On qualification this service provision will be part of the role and will involve working without more senior radiographic supervision on-site
• On qualification the post holder is responsible for maintaining their registration

About us

The successful candidate will work in the Main X-ray Department of Torbay Hospital. The BSc Degree course will be provided by the University of Exeter and all practical training being carried out in Torbay Hospital supported by the existing Radiology Team. Academic work is largely via distance learning, though there will be attendance at the University a number of times throughout the 3-year training course. The practical training will initially focus on Plain Film imaging but will include time in other areas such as CT and MRI.

As a trainee, you will join 2 existing Apprentices and work alongside Student Radiographers who are on the traditional BSc Degree course, also via Exeter University. Practical training is provided by the TSDFT Radiographer who have been enthusiastically and successfully supporting such training for many years.

Why Work With us

Torbay Hospital provides acute care for the local community and has several community hospitals, and is a hot-spot for those who are considering living by the sea or within half an hour of Dartmoor National Park and an hour to Exmoor National Park. Meanwhile, Plymouth and Exeter are also both within a short drive to enjoy the culture, maritime history and shopping experiences.

Job responsibilities

• The post holder is required to communicate effectively with all levels of Trust staff, carers and relatives in order to provide best patient care.
• Recognises that radiology examinations support wider patient pathways, patient flow and day-to-day hospital management.
• Must communicate effectively with external support staff/engineers as required.
• Represents the Trust and Department in a professional manner at all times.

Qualification Entry Requirements:

• GCSE grade C or above in English and Maths
• 3 A-Levels, grades BBC or above with grade B in a science subject or equivalent (please see University of Exeter entry requirements)
• Equivalent qualifications agreed by TSDFT and UoE

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Maths
• 3 A-Levels, grades BBC or above with grade B in a science subject or equivalent (please see University of Exeter entry requirements)
• Equivalent qualifications agreed by TSDFT and UoE
• Science based BSc

Experience and Skills

• Ability to organise, plan and prioritise workload efficiently
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly committed to the degree programme
• Clinical/healthcare/relevant scientific work experience
• Experience of Radiology services

Knowledge

• Demonstrates a clear understanding of the requirements of the qualified role

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.

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Depending on experience B3 (yrs 1 and 2), Band 4 (yr 3), Band 5 on qualification

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

388-7437053-PC&S

Job locations

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust