Therapeutic Radiographer

Velindre University Nhs Trust; Abergavenny; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Velindre University NHS Trust in Wales invites applications for a Band 5 Therapeutic Radiographer to join our forward‑thinking radiotherapy team. The post covers Velindre Cancer Centre in Cardiff or Nevill Hall Radiotherapy Unit in Abergavenny and is offered on a fixed term/secondment basis for 18 months.

You will work across treatment units and pre‑treatment areas, participate in a multidisciplinary team, and help supervise students.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or equivalent.
• HCPC registration and knowledge of radiotherapy principles.
• Experience across radiotherapy departments and CT simulation.

Responsibilities

• Work across all radiotherapy department areas and treatment units.
• Organise workload and participate in the multidisciplinary team (MDT).
• Involve in training and supervising students.
• Flexibility to work weekends and across more than one site.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

IT skills

Team worker

Reliable and punctual

Flexibility

Interpersonal skill

Self-motivated

Education

B.Sc. (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or DCR (T)

HCPC registration

Tools

Varian equipment

Elekta equipment

CT scanners

Job description

Job overview

We are offering an exciting opportunity for band 5 Therapeutic Radiographers to join our team in a forward thinking radiotherapy department at Velindre Cancer Service.

Velindre Cancer Service consists of two radiotherapy departments, one in Cardiff and one in Abergavenny.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative Therapeutic Radiographer wishing to expand their knowledge and experience at a purpose built Cancer Centre , providing world class cancer care to the people of South East Wales.

Interviews will be undertaken face to face only

Base will be Velindre Cancer Centre, Cardiff or Velindre at Nevill Hall Radiotherapy Unit, Abergavenny - to be requested at interview.

This post is fixed term/secondment for 18 months. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

PLEASE NOTE Applicants will need to get permission from their line manager before submitting their interest, a release form to be included with your application form can be downloaded . (This form is for the staff member and line manager to complete and return to you)

Main duties of the job

• To work in all areas of the radiotherapy department i.e. on treatment units (linear accelerators, Orthovoltage, and Flexitron), and in the pre-treatment area, carrying out accurate and consistent pre treatment and treatment techniques.
• To help organise the work load in the various functions of the department.
• To be part of a large multi-disciplinary team and to be involved in the total care of patients undergoing radiotherapy.
• To take part in the training and supervision of students.
• To work flexibly according to the demands of the service including weekends and across more than one site.

To participate in CHART and on-call working as required.

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

Working for our organisation

At Velindre University NHS Trust, we are proud to deliver specialist services across Wales through the Velindre Cancer Centre and Welsh Blood Service, supported by our corporate teams and partnerships with NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales.

As we look to the future, we are preparing for the opening of the new Velindre Cancer Centre (nVCC) in Spring 2027—an exciting milestone that will transform cancer care for our population. Located within easy reach of the vibrant city of Cardiff and the stunning Brecon Beacons, we offer a unique working environment that combines innovation, collaboration and an excellent quality of life.

Since our formation in 1994, our dedicated workforce has remained committed to delivering the principles of prudent healthcare across a wide range of roles. We continue to play a vital role in our communities and have ambitious plans to further improve the services we provide.

Everything we do is underpinned by our Trust values. We are caring, respectful, and accountable in how we work with patients, donors, partners and each other—ensuring we deliver the highest standards of care while continuously striving to improve.

If you want to work for an organisation that makes a real difference, embraces innovation, and offers rewarding career opportunities in an inspiring setting, Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or.

Person specification

Skills and Attributes

Essential criteria

• Excellent communication skills
• Organisational skills
• IT skills
• Organised
• Adaptable to change
• Shows initiative/ drive
• Self-motivated
• Team worker
• Reliable and punctual
• Flexible approach to work and needs of the service
• Interpersonal skill

Desirable criteria

• Ability to speak Welsh to Level 1
• Supervisory skills – radiographers and students
• Mentoring skills

Qualifications / Knowledge

Essential criteria

• B.Sc. (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of College of Radiographers DCR (T)
• Registration with Health Care Professions Council
• Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy.
• Knowledge and understanding of current oncology issues
• Full knowledge of radiation regulations

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of CPD (continuing professional development) gained through short courses at Masters level or equivalent

Experience

Essential criteria

• Knowledge of radiotherapy acquired by rotating through all aspects of radiotherapy (inc as a student) involving the whole range of highly specialised and highly complex radiotherapy equipment including linear accelerators and CT scanners
• Sound practical and technical ability

Desirable criteria

• Experience of working with Varian and/or Elekta equipment
• Quality assurance
• Clinical audit
• Student assessment

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