Pre Treatment Team Leader Therapeutic Radiographer

#CatchUpWithCancer; Reading; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The Berkshire Cancer Centre at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 7 Pre Treatment Team Leader Therapeutic Radiographer to lead the Pre Treatment service and CT/Virtual Simulation teams. This appointment combines hands-on clinical practice with operational leadership to deliver high-quality, patient-centred radiotherapy pathways.

You will drive staff development, service improvement and innovation while supporting strategic development of radiotherapy services across the

Qualifications

• Senior radiography experience in radiotherapy required.
• In-depth knowledge of all aspects of the radiotherapy pathway.
• Experience in pre-treatment leadership or management.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible day-to-day clinical and operational leadership within the Pre‑Treatment service, ensuring safe, efficient and patient‑centred care.
• Lead, motivate and support radiographers, assistants and learners, promoting a positive culture of excellence, inclusion, wellbeing and continuous improvement.
• Act as an expert practitioner within CT Simulation, Virtual Simulation and pre‑treatment, maintaining high standards of technical and clinical practice.
• Practise autonomously at an advanced level, exercising professional judgement under IR(ME)R and making informed decisions where appropriate.
• Manage and support patients through the planning phase of their radiotherapy pathway, using advanced communication skills to provide information, and compassionate care.
• Ensure the safe and effective delivery of pre‑treatment pathways, supporting treatment planning capacity and achievement of national cancer waiting time standards.
• Support workforce development through clinical supervision, competency assessment, mentorship, and appraisal of staff and learners.
• Contribute to the implementation and evaluation of new technologies and techniques, ensuring high standards.
• Lead and participate in clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and research activities, supporting compliance with IR(ME)R and other quality standards.
• Work collaboratively and Deputise for senior radiotherapy leaders as required.

Skills

Senior radiographer experience

Radiotherapy pathway knowledge

Pre-treatment leadership

Education

Diploma of the College of Radiographers or BSc (Hons) equivalent

HCPC registration as Therapeutic Radiographer

Postgraduate qualification or MSc

Evidence of CPD

Job description

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Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Pre Treatment Team Leader Therapeutic Radiographer

Closing date is 01 December 2026

Job Summary

Band 7 Pre Treatment Team Leader Therapeutic Radiographer

PLEASE NOTE: Sponsorship is not normally available for this vacancy - applicants must have the right-to-work in the UK for this role by their proposed start date.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate Band 7 Pre Treatment Team Leader Therapeutic Radiographer to join our friendly and forward‑thinking Radiotherapy team at the Berkshire Cancer Centre.

This is an exciting opportunity to combine expert clinical practice with operational clinical leadership, supporting the delivery of a high‑quality pre‑treatment service for patients undergoing radiotherapy.

You will play a key role in leading our CT Simulation and Virtual Simulation services, supporting advanced radiotherapy techniques, developing staff, driving service improvements and ensuring an outstanding patient experience throughout the radiotherapy pathway.

Working alongside our experienced multidisciplinary team, you will help deliver innovative and patient‑centred cancer care whilst contributing to the strategic development of Radiotherapy services across the Trust.

Main duties of the job

• Provide visible day‑to‑day clinical and operational leadership within the Pre‑Treatment service, ensuring safe, efficient and patient‑centred care.
• Lead, motivate and support radiographers, assistants and learners, promoting a positive culture of excellence, inclusion, wellbeing and continuous improvement.
• Act as an expert practitioner within CT Simulation, Virtual Simulation and pre‑treatment, maintaining high standards of technical and clinical practice.
• Practise autonomously at an advanced level, exercising professional judgement under IR(ME)R and making informed decisions where appropriate.
• Manage and support patients through the planning phase of their radiotherapy pathway, using advanced communication skills to provide information, and compassionate care.
• Ensure the safe and effective delivery of pre‑treatment pathways, supporting treatment planning capacity and achievement of national cancer waiting time standards.
• Support workforce development through clinical supervision, competency assessment, mentorship, and appraisal of staff and learners.
• Contribute to the implementation and evaluation of new technologies and techniques, ensuring high standards.
• Lead and participate in clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and research activities, supporting compliance with IR(ME)R and other quality standards.
• Work collaboratively and Deputise for senior radiotherapy leaders as required.

About Us

The Berkshire Cancer Centre at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive radiotherapy services across Reading and Bracknell and is equipped with:

• Four Elekta linear accelerators
• Two GE CT scanners
• Surface Guided Radiotherapy technology
• High Dose Rate Brachytherapy service
• Superficial X‑ray treatment unit
• Advanced treatment techniques including:
• SABR
• VMAT
• DIBH
• Adaptive Radiotherapy

We pride ourselves on being a supportive, welcoming and inclusive team where staff are encouraged to develop professionally and contribute to service improvement initiatives.

Our Radiotherapy service is committed to delivering high quality, compassionate care and to supporting the development of our workforce.

You will be joining a forward‑thinking team with access to:

• A supportive senior leadership team.
• Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Involvement in service development, innovation and quality improvement.
• A strong focus on staff well‑being and collaborative working.

Details

Date posted: 10 November 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year (plus 5% R&R) per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full‑time

Reference number: 193-8316821PCG

Job locations: Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading & Bracknell, RG1 5AN, United Kingdom

Job description

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.

Person Specification

Essential

• Previous experience of working as a senior radiographer
• Highly specialised knowledge of all aspects of the radiotherapy pathway

Essential

• Experience in pre treatment leadership or management

Education / Qualifications

• Diploma of the college of radiographers or BSc (Hons) equivalent
• HCPC registration as a Therapeutic Radiographer
• Post graduate qualifications or experience gained on the job equivalent to Masters degree level
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Competent in cannulation

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading & Bracknell, RG1 5AN, United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

Radiotherapy Workforce Manager

Azma Siddiqui

[e-mail]

01183225685

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