Paediatric Cross Sectional Radiographer

Manchester University Nhs Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust's Royal Manchester Children's Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic radiographer to join the Radiology cross-sectional team. The role requires flexible working over 7 days, with day shifts and non-residential on-call, and attendance within target times to meet trauma KPI.

Training in advanced MR and CT scanning will be provided; you will work under senior radiographers on a busy schedule using Siemens Avanta 1.5T and Somatom CT, supporting urgent care and

Qualifications

• Essential: HCPC registered
• Essential: BSc or DCR
• Essential: Continuous CPD
• Desirable: MR Relevant course
• Desirable: CT relevant course

Responsibilities

• Training provided in advanced MR and CT scanning.
• Form part of the cross sectional scanning team and follow directions from senior MR/CT radiographers.
• Support scanning workload for neurological, MSK and genetics examinations.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team and participate in urgent care patient scanning.
• Contribute to staff development and MR musculoskeletal reporting where possible.

Skills

MDT working

Excellent communication

Caring and compassionate

Education

BSc or DCR

MR Relevant course

CT relevant course

Tools

Siemens Avanta 1.5T

Siemens Somatom CT

Job description

Job summary

Royal Manchester Children's Hospital is looking for an enthusiastic radiographer to work in the Radiology cross-sectional team. The position requires the ability to work flexibly over 7 days for both day time shifts and non-residential on-call. The successful candidate will need to be able to attend work within a given time to satisfy departmental KPI's for trauma responses. If you have a proven aptitude for MRI and CT and would like the opportunity to expand your clinical scanning skills, then we can offer the successful candidate exposure to high level, complex scanning techniques.

Main duties of the job

Training will be provided in advanced aspects of MR and CT scanning. Successful applicants will form part of the cross sectional scanning team and will be expected to follow direction from the senior MR and CT radiographers responsible for the daily scanning workload at Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. RMCH uses a Siemens Avanta 1.5T scanner and a Siemens Somatom definition CT scanner. RMCH undertake a wide range of examinations, including neurological, MSK and genetics. Scans are performed under both GA and sedation, along with providing scanning capacity for all urgent emergency care patients and in-patients. Collaborative work with a multi-disciplinary team, including health play specialists is required. MFT is committed to staff development and currently we are supporting a radiographer reporting of MR musculoskeletal examinations.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details

Date posted: 29 October 2026. Pay scheme: Agenda for change. Band: Band 6. Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum, pro rata. Contract: Permanent. Working pattern: Full-time. Reference number: 349-CSS-8360911-RL3. Closing date: 05 November 2026.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Essential: HCPC registered
• Essential: BSc or DCR
• Essential: Continuous CPD
• Desirable: MR Relevant course
• Desirable: CT relevant course

Experience

• Essential: Proven post registration experience
• Essential: MDT working
• Desirable: Proven MRI experience
• Desirable: Evidence of experience with children and young people
• Desirable: Evidence of performing CYP GA scans
• Desirable: Proven CT experience

Personal attributes

• Essential: Caring and compassionate
• Essential: Excellent communication

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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Address: Royal Manchester Children's Hospital, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9WL, United Kingdom Employer's website: https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact: Lee Livett, RMCH Principal MR Radiographer, [e-mail], 01617014044

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.