Radiographer / Senior Radiographer - Mammography

NHS; Llandudno; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Wales is seeking skilled Radiographers for both full-time and part-time roles in Llandudno. With opportunities for recently qualified and experienced professionals alike, this role involves working in a dynamic environment focused on NHS Breast Screening services. Radiographers will enjoy pathways for career advancement, specifically opportunities to develop into advanced practice roles, maintaining the quality of care across the region.

Qualifications

• Experience in diagnostic radiography required.
• Desirable: Mammography experience.
• Welsh speaker preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work on mobile units with some overnight stays.
• Participate in rostered weekend working as needed.
• Progress towards post graduate MSc. module in Mammography.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written Communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Able to travel independently

Education

Radiography BSc. or equivalent

Current H.C.P.C. registration

MSc Module in Mammography or equivalent

Job description

Job summary

Radiographer (Full time/part time positions available)

Band 5/6 (depending on experience)

Opportunities exist in our North Wales Division.

Breast Test Wales plans, provides, manages and evaluates the NHS Breast Screening Programme in Wales. The North Wales Region based at Llandudno and Wrexham employs approximately 29 Mammographic staff, comprising of Clinical Specialist Radiographers, Advanced Practitioners, Radiographers, Assistant Practitioners and Clinical Imaging Support Workers.

We are actively seeking enthusiastic Radiographers to join our team. Applications are welcome from either experienced or newly qualified Radiographers who are interested in a career in breast screening. Experienced Radiographers will be appointed on current scale with newly and recently qualified Radiographers starting on Band 5. The North Wales region has 2 static screening centres with screening and assessment clinic facilities. We also operate 3 Mobile Screening Units which provide local screening services across North Wales.

Main duties of the job

You will be expected to either hold or study towards the post graduate MSc. module in Mammography. The post will involve travelling to and working on mobile units with some requirement for overnight stays. Newly and recently qualified Radiographers will be required to work at least 12 months before commencing the post graduate module and after successfully completing will be upgraded to Band 6. There will also be a requirement to participate in rostered weekend working as necessary to meet the needs of the service.

As an organisation BTW positively supports advanced practice, with established routes for Radiographers to become Advanced Practitioners/ Consultant Radiographers according to service need.

The post is exempt under Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, Paragraph 1, and due to the nature of the role only females should apply.

About us

Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales'. We play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales.

Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change. We are an organisation that places ourselves at the heart of supporting people, communities, partners, and the Welsh Government in addressing these major challenges and providing solutions for action.

Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.

To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/careers/

For guidance on the application process, please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/

Details Date posted

06 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£30,420 to £45,637 a year per annum (pro rata if part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

028-AHP003-0625

Job locations

Breast Test Wales

Maesdu Road

Llandudno

LL30 1QY

Job description Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Job description Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential

• Radiography BSc. or equivalent
• Current H.C.P.C. registration
• Good command of the English language with a good standard of literacy and numeracy

Desirable

• MSc Module in Mammography or equivalent

Experience Essential

• Experience in diagnostic radiography

Desirable

• Mammography experience. Work place responsibilities in specialist areas.
• NHS work or training experience

Skills,knowledge and abilities Essential

• Able to travel independently to various locations throughout Wales.
• Excellent verbal and written Communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Welsh speaker

Knowledge Essential

• Knowledge of the work of the National Health Breast Screening Service.

Desirable

• Knowledge of screening services.

Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential

• Radiography BSc. or equivalent
• Current H.C.P.C. registration
• Good command of the English language with a good standard of literacy and numeracy

Desirable

• MSc Module in Mammography or equivalent

Experience Essential

• Experience in diagnostic radiography

Desirable

• Mammography experience. Work place responsibilities in specialist areas.
• NHS work or training experience

Skills,knowledge and abilities Essential

• Able to travel independently to various locations throughout Wales.
• Excellent verbal and written Communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Welsh speaker

Knowledge Essential

• Knowledge of the work of the National Health Breast Screening Service.

Desirable

• Knowledge of screening services.

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.

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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.

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

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

Employer details Employer name

Public Health Wales

Address

Breast Test Wales

Maesdu Road

Llandudno

LL30 1QY

Employer's website

https://phw.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Public Health Wales

Address

Breast Test Wales

Maesdu Road

Llandudno

LL30 1QY

Employer's website

https://phw.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)