Senior Therapeutic Radiographer Pre-treatment

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Senior Therapeutic Radiographer for pre-treatment in the Haematology and Oncology Centre, Bristol. The role involves planning radiotherapy treatments, mentoring staff, and deputising for the Team Lead in pre-treatment.

The department operates five Elekta linear accelerators and dedicated CT scanners in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. Applicants should hold a DCR(T) or BSc(Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography, with experience in mould room and

Qualifications

• Experience with radiotherapy equipment and techniques.
• Post-qualification practice in radiotherapy settings.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and carers.

Responsibilities

• Plan radiotherapy treatments as prescribed with patient care.
• Support pre-treatment Team Lead radiographers and deputise when needed.
• Use strong communication to aid informed decision making for patients.
• Adhere to COSHH and health & safety in the mould room.
• Position and immobilise patients for treatment and ensure accurate planning.
• Ensure scans are taken for accurate localisation and treatment verification.
• Assist with palliative planning on VSim and support the team.

Skills

Equipment experience

Education

Communication

Mould room

Education

DCR(T) or BSc(Hons) Therapeutic Radiographer

Tools

Mould room

Job description

Employer Bristol NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre Town Bristol Salary £39,959 - £48,117 per annum, pro rata for part time roles Salary period Yearly Closing 09/09/2026 23:59

Senior Therapeutic Radiographer Pre-treatment

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North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) and University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) have merged as of 1 st July 2026 to become Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. This will create an exciting future that brings together the best of both organisations. As a single, strong and sustainable organisation, we will not only be able to deliver better outcomes for our patients and fairer care for our population, but it will also provide greater opportunities for our people.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance. When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.

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Job overview

We welcome enthusiastic and committed Therapeutic Radiographers to apply for this position within our innovative and friendly working environment.

We are a large Radiotherapy department within the south west providing both local and regional services to both adults and paediatric patients. We have 5 Elekta linear accelerators and within the pre-treatment area there are 2 dedicated CT scanners, Raystation and a mould room.

All staff are involved in the development of the service and we actively encourage continual professional development including opportunities for post graduate learning to develop skills to promote patient centered care.

As a senior Therapeutic Radiographer within pre-treatment you will have pre-treatment experience and be able to provide accurate planning of radiotherapy treatments with appropriate patient care. You will also be required to assist the Team Lead Therapeutic Radiographer in charge of the area and to deputise when necessary.

Main duties of the job

To ensure accurate planning of Radiotherapy treatments as prescribed, with appropriate care of the patient with a cancer diagnosis

To assist the pre-treatment Team Lead Therapeutic Radiographers in charge of pre-treatment and deputise as necessary.

To use highly developed communication skills to support patients and carers in informed decision making about their care

Adhere to all Health and Safety aspects required in the Mould Room with special reference to COSHH.

Be able to accurately position and immobilise the patient in a suitable position for treatment

Ensure appropriate scans are taken so that treatment can be accurately localised and treatment plans can be verified.

To ensure that immobilisation devices and shielding devices for radiotherapy treatments are produced in a timely and accurate manner.

To be able to plan palliative treatments on VSim.

Use appropriate planning and time management techniques to aid the Band 7 Team Leader with the smooth running of the area of pre-treatment to which he/she is assigned.

Required to provide mentorship and assess training/competency of radiographers, students, apprentices and pre-treatment support workers.

Working for our organisation

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.

With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone’s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe’remeeting our pledge.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a more detailed job description including the main responsibilities and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person specification

Knowledge and Experience

• Wide experience with equipment and techniques
• Experience with student/support worker education
• Knowledge of national developments in radiotherapy techniques/ advances
• Mould room experience

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to deal effectively with predictable and routine problems using defined and familiar procedures and guidelines
• Anticipate problems and take preventative action or set up contingency plans
• Reliability to work well under pressure
• Appreciate the multi-disciplinary nature of the service
• Able to adapt skills to all areas of the department
• Able to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities.

Qualifications and Training

• DCR (T) or BSc (Hons) State Registered Therapeutic Radiographer
• Demonstrate tolerance, sensitivity and empathy with staff and clients
• Demonstrate ambition in personal and service development
• Ability to communicate well at all levels
• Demonstrate initiative and innovation in a professional manner.

As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff. We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.

BFT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 all applicants must be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard which will be assessed at Interview.

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.