Therapeutic Radiographer
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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is seeking a Therapeutic Radiographer (Band 5) based at Leicester Royal Infirmary. The role involves working within the Radiotherapy Department with modern equipment and contributing to protocol development and patient care.
The post requires HCPC registration or eligibility, DCR(T)/BSc(Hon) in Radiotherapy, and appropriate UK registration if applicable. Salary ranges from £32,073 to £39,043 per annum with a permanent, full-time contract.
Competenze
- Reliability and flexibility in a busy radiotherapy department.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team.
- Understanding of confidentiality and information governance issues.
- Ability to undertake manual handling and meet physical demands.
Mansioni
- Assist in reassignment of activity during breakdowns or emergencies.
- Develop protocols, documentation systems, standards, and clinical guidelines for MDT use.
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About The University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust:
https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk
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University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Therapeutic Radiographer
The closing date is 04 November 2026
Job Summary
Being based at the Royal Infirmary site you will be within walking distance of the vibrant and historical city centre of Leicester.
Equipment includes, 4 Varian TrueBeam linacs, and a Halcyon. We have the ARIA Oncology management system, Prosoma Virtual Simulation, Varian Eclipse treatment planning system, 1 Canon and 1 GE wide bore CT scanners, a XStrahl superficial unit and a Varian GammaMed brachytherapy unit in a brand-new brachytherapy suite.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your clinical and leadership skills for the benefit of the LLR patient population and for those patients from further afield.
Main duties of the job
The radiographer will acknowledge and fulfil the requirements of their CPD
Assist in the development of protocols, documentation systems, standards, policies and clinical guidelines for use by the multi-disciplinary team, meeting the needs of an ever-evolving practice in terms of patient management.
About Us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We Have Four Primary Goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact,
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive,
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About The University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust
https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk
Date posted
21 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
358-8352698-CHU
Job locations
Radiotherapy Department, Ground Floor Osborne Building, Leicester Royal Infirmary
Infirmary Square
Leicester
LE1 5WW
United Kingdom
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Assist in the reassignment of activity in the event of breakdowns or unexpected events such as fire alarms.
- Reliable and flexible
- Ability to work both on own initiative and within a team
- Sound knowledge of confidentiality / information governance issues
- Able to undertake the manual handling and physical demands of the role
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
- Proven organisational prioritisation and time management skills
- Excellent communication skills verbal and written
- Presents information clearly consistent with organisational policy
- Team player
- Recent relevant experience (as qualified or student radiographer)
- Ability to demonstrate understanding of RT techniques
- Ability and willingness to acknowledge change in working practice
- DCR(T) or BSc(Hon) in Radiotherapy
- HCPC registration - student radiographers must be able to obtain registration on graduation
- Overseas candidates must have evidence of having IELTS level 7 or equivalent
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
- Experience in dealing with simple and complex radiotherapy related issues
- Able to operate linear accelerators and/or radiotherapy planning CT scanners
- Ability to work in all areas of the department and handle all required devices and manoeuvre patients
- Reliable and flexible
- Ability to work both on own initiative and within a team
- Sound knowledge of confidentiality / information governance issues
- Able to undertake the manual handling and physical demands of the role
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
- Proven organisational prioritisation and time management skills
- Excellent communication skills verbal and written
- Presents information clearly consistent with organisational policy
- Team player
- Recent relevant experience (as qualified or student radiographer)
- Ability to demonstrate understanding of RT techniques
- Ability and willingness to acknowledge change in working practice
- DCR(T) or BSc(Hon) in Radiotherapy
- HCPC registration - student radiographers must be able to obtain registration on graduation
- Overseas candidates must have evidence of having IELTS level 7 or equivalent
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
- Experience in dealing with simple and complex radiotherapy related issues
- Able to operate linear accelerators and/or radiotherapy planning CT scanners
- Ability to work in all areas of the department and handle all required devices and manoeuvre patients
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.
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).
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
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).
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer name
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address
Radiotherapy Department, Ground Floor Osborne Building, Leicester Royal Infirmary
Infirmary Square
Leicester
LE1 5WW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer name
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address
Radiotherapy Department, Ground Floor Osborne Building, Leicester Royal Infirmary
Infirmary Square
Leicester
LE1 5WW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Head of Radiotherapy
Suzanne Jordan
suzanne.jordan8@nhs.net
01162585641
Details
Date posted
21 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
358-8352698-CHU
Job locations
Radiotherapy Department, Ground Floor Osborne Building, Leicester Royal Infirmary
Infirmary Square
Leicester
LE1 5WW
United Kingdom
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