Radiographer

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

Job summary

A prestigious NHS Trust in Tunbridge Wells is seeking a Diagnostic Radiographer to deliver imaging services across multiple sites. The role offers a full-time contract with benefits including 27 days of annual leave and opportunities for CPD. Candidates must have a Diagnostic Radiography BSc and recent clinical experience in an NHS setting. A competitive salary in the range of £31,049 to £37,796 is offered.

Benefits

At least 27 days of annual leave

Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme

Blue Light card eligibility

Qualifications

• Recent clinical experience in an NHS hospital required.
• Knowledge of hospital protocols and practices is essential.
• Ability to analyze and respond to complex information.

Responsibilities

• Delivering imaging services across all hospitals.
• Ensuring high-quality radiological care for patients.

Skills

General radiographic skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Diagnostic Radiography BSc or equivalent

HCPC Registration

IV cannulation course

Job description

Overview

Are you a Diagnostic Radiography Student graduating in 2026 or a band 5 Radiographer looking for a change?

Come and join our busy and expanding team at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospital NHS Trust. We are seeking enthusiastic and friendly colleagues to join our department who are dedicated to ensuring that patients receive the best possible care.

The department is a friendly and supportive environment that provides its staff the opportunity to succeed in their goals; we are committed to supporting CPD and encourage role development. Both departments are busy diagnostic hubs delivering high-quality imaging for an acute Trust.

A post has become available based in Tunbridge Wells. We provide imaging services seven days a week across all our hospitals.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Job responsibilities

Weve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions before submission.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level.(Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date has been agreed.

Following your corporate induction, you will be expected to attend the Trusts AHP Induction Programme.

About us

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top NHS Trusts nationwide, and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 NHS Staff Survey for the second year in a row.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex.

Recently opened the West Kent Community Diagnostic Centre is a community-based provision. The CDC is designed to deliver additional diagnostic capacity to local patients.

Fordcombe Hospital, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Looking for flexible working?

We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Benefits

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefit
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

Qualifications

• Diagnostic Radiography BSc or equivalent
• HCPC Registration
• IV cannulation course.

Experience/Knowledge

• To have recent clinical experience in an NHS hospital, or equivalent (either as a student or qualified radiographer).
• A sound knowledge of radiology departmental/other hospital protocols and practices
• Ability to receive and analyse sensitive/ contentious, complex, information and respond in a rapid and appropriate fashion
• Ability to rapidly assess patient personality and respond appropriately
• Experience of working out of hours during training or when qualified.
• Local knowledge within the Trust
• Ability to liaise with staff internal and external to the department to aid high quality service delivery.

Skills

• Ability to deliver good general radiographic skills and patient care
• Basic computer skills

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.

Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital (Cross Site)

Deputy Radiology Clinical Services Manager

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

359-7518243-T1

Job locations

Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital (Cross Site)