Therapeutic Radiographer

#CatchUpWithCancer; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust in Shrewsbury is seeking a Therapeutic Radiographer (Band 6) to join our radiotherapy team at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. You will work mainly in treatment areas with on-call elements, and opportunities for pre-treatment work; full and part-time patterns include four long days with a rolling day off.

The post emphasises compassionate care and professional development.

Qualifications

• BSc in Radiographic Studies or equivalent DCR.
• HCPC registration.
• DCR (Diploma of the College of Radiographers)

Responsibilities

• Carry out all aspects of Radiotherapy treatment in line with the Radiotherapy Services Manager.
• Work with other professional groups to develop site-specific techniques to improve care.
• Ensure the needs of the patient are identified and met.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Patient focused

Reflective practice

Education

BSc Radiographic Studies/DCR

HCPC registration

DCR (Diploma of the College of Radiographers)

Job description

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The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Therapeutic Radiographer - Band 6

The closing date is 23 November 2026

Job Summary

We are seeking applications from suitably qualified Radiographers to join our team in at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, in Shrewsbury.

This opportunity is primarily within the treatment areas, however, there may be an opportunity to work in pre-treatment.

We offer a supportive, collaborative working environment and the chance to participate in our Radiographer led initiatives including Review Clinics, Site specific MDTs, virtual simulation and IGRT.

We actively encourage role development and support staff in achieving their personal goals and aspirations. All staff have the opportunity to work flexible hours; full-time posts work 37.5 hours over four long days with a rolling day off.

All staff participate in on-call for emergency patients at the weekend, late rota, BH and on call.

Main duties of the job

• To carry out all aspects of Radiotherapy treatment in line with the requirements of the Radiotherapy Services Manager.
• To work alongside other professional groups to develop site specific techniques to improve the quality of care for patients receiving radiotherapy in this department
• Ensure the needs of the patient are identified and met

About Us

Our Poppy's Promise Commitment

We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team -- clinical or non-clinical -- plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.

We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.

Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.

By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values -- ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

Details

Date posted: 09 November 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum/ pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number: 223-TRG-835

Job locations: The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ, United Kingdom

Job Description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Candidate Job Pack

Person Specification

Essential

Professional qualifications

• BSc in Radiographic Studies or equivalent DCR
• HCPC registration
• DCR (Diploma of the College of Radiographers)

Desirable

• Has carried out research; undertaking post graduate qualifications

General educational requirements

Essential

• Minimum requirement for university entrance but including at least 1 science subject at A Level (or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

• Sufficient experience of working as a qualified therapeutic radiographer to have developed the technical and professional skills necessary to work at this level.
• Wide experience with radiotherapy equipment and techniques
• Experience with megavoltage, orthovoltage and superficial treatment units
• Experience with IGRT
• Experience in CT and in dosimetry
• Experience on treatment record and verify systems
• NHS experience

Desirable

• CT planning including 4d CT
• Experience with Rapidarc
• Development of effective network contacts to facilitate working relationships.

Skills

Essential

• Good comunication skills
• Team player
• Patient focussed
• Employs reflective practice

Desirable

• Management skills

Person Specification

Essential

Professional qualifications

• BSc in Radiographic Studies or equivalent DCR
• HCPC registration
• DCR (Diploma of the College of Radiographers)

Desirable

• Has carried out research; undertaking post graduate qualifications

General educational requirements

Essential

• Minimum requirement for university entrance but including at least 1 science subject at A Level (or equivalent)

Essential

• Sufficient experience of working as a qualified therapeutic radiographer to have developed the technical and professional skills necessary to work at this level.
• Wide experience with radiotherapy equipment and techniques
• Experience with megavoltage, orthovoltage and superficial treatment units
• Experience with IGRT
• Experience in CT and in dosimetry
• Experience on treatment record and verify systems
• NHS experience

Desirable

• CT planning including 4d CT
• Experience with RapidarcDevelopment of effective network contacts to facilitate working relationships.

Essential

• Good comunication skills
• Team player
• Patient focussed
• Employs reflective practice

Desirable

• Management skills

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

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For Questions About The Job, Contact:

Radiotherapy Services Manager

Louise Killey

[e-mail]

01743261179

Details

Date posted

09 November 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum/ pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

223-TRG-835

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

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