Radiotherapy Radiographer | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a motivated individual to join their radiotherapy team. This role involves supervising patient care, supporting team management, and potentially rotating through key clinical areas. Candidates should possess a proactive approach and the ability to act professionally. The position offers opportunities for professional development within a supportive environment. Applications are welcome until early closures if suitable candidates apply.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a flexible and proactive approach to working.
• Ability to supervise students and manage patient flow.
• Act with integrity and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Deputise for the senior in charge of the unit when required.
• Provide instructions and guidance to patients and carers.
• Support team leader in managing patient flow.

Job description

Overview

Join Our Forward-Thinking Radiotherapy Team – Shape the Future of Cancer Care

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join our progressive and friendly radiotherapy team. Our department is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including Elekta Linear Accelerators and a Halcyon system with Ethos software—enabling the delivery of advanced adaptive radiotherapy. We use CRAD SGRT throughout the department. We also operate a busy and well-established brachytherapy service, treating a range of prostate, gynaecological, and skin cancers. Imaging is supported by a Toshiba wide bore CT scanner.

This competency-based role offers flexibility and scope for development. You will have the opportunity to rotate through all key areas of the department—including CT, pre-treatment checking, treatment, and brachytherapy—or, if preferred, specialise in an area aligned with your experience and interests.

Responsibilities

• To deputise for the senior in charge of the unit when required
• Provide clear instructions, guidance and advice to patients and their carers with respect to treatment procedures, side-effects and follow-up appointments
• Supervise student radiographers and Apprentice Radiographers on clinical and elective placement
• To support the relevant team leader in the day to day management of patient flow, assisting in the organisation and the management of the clinical workload
• Provide high quality individualised treatment and care to all patients
• Act with integrity and professionalism at all times and to act as a role model to junior staff members and students

About the role and environment

We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate a flexible and proactive approach to working. The role will include participation in shift patterns and extended hours to meet service capacity and patient demand. You will also be part of the departmental on-call rota and may be required to work weekends and Bank Holidays as part of our gap management strategy.

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust

Are you looking for an exciting role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

This advert closes on Tuesday 9 Sep 2025