Therapeutic Radiographer

Transformation Unit; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Therapeutic Radiographer (Band 6) to join a busy department equipped with Elekta Versa HD Linacs, an Ethos Halcyon Linac, and a Toshiba CT scanner. The role offers rotation through CT, pre-treatment checking, treatment and brachytherapy, with on-call duties and weekend work as part of service delivery.

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Qualifications

• BSc (hons) Radiotherapy or equivalent required.
• HCPC registration required.
• Evidence of CPD activity expected.

Responsibilities

• Deputise for the senior in charge of the unit when required.
• Provide clear instructions, guidance and advice to patients and carers about treatment procedures, side-effects and follow-up.
• Supervise student radiographers and Apprentice Radiographers on clinical placements.
• Support the team leader in day-to-day management of patient flow and clinical workload.
• Provide high quality, individualised treatment and care to all patients.
• Act with integrity and professionalism and set an example for junior staff.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Education

BSc (hons) Radiotherapy (or equivalent)

HCPC registration

Evidence of CPD activity

Tools

Elekta Versa HD Linacs

Ethos Halcyon Linac

Toshiba CT

Brachytherapy

Job description

Employer Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Southend Town Westcliff-on-Sea Salary £39,959 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) Salary period Yearly Closing 08/10/2026 23:59

Therapeutic Radiographer

Band 6

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is the onlyacute hospital provider in the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS), which is a system of health and care partners working together for our local population.

Within Mid and South Essex there are 149 GP practices, operating from over 200 sites, forming 27 Primary Care Networks and one Ambulance Trust. There are also three main community and mental health service providers who work together through a community collaborative.

We collaborate with other valuable partners, including three Healthwatch organisations, nine voluntary and community sector organisations and three top tier local authorities, with seven district, borough and city councils, as well as our local universities.

Job overview

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join our team. Our department is equipped with 2 Elekta Versa HD Linacs, delivering VMAT/IMRT with XVI imaging. We also have an Ethos Halcyon Linac delivering adaptive Radiotherapy, a Halcyon and CRAD SGRT available throughout the department. Having access to state‑of‑the‑art equipment enables you to deliver outstanding patient care every day, We also operate a busy and well-established brachytherapy service, treating prostate, gynae, 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.

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.

Main duties of the job

• 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.

Working for our organisation

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

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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.

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

Person specification

Qualifications

• BSc (hons) Radiotherapy (or equivalent)
• HCPC registration
• Evidence of CPD activity

Experience

• Demonstrable experience as a Radiographer
• Good experience of working across a range of treatment delivery and planning activities within the Radiotherapy Department
• Experience of Elekta and Halcyon Linacs
• Experience of Brachytherapy
• Experience of Toshiba CT

Please be aware as per the new Immigration guidelines we cannot sponsor candidates with a salary (full time or pro Rata) under the current minimum threshold.

Please note, the selection processes at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right skills and values, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain vigilant against candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn’t accurately reflect their skills, and you will be required to declare on your application if AI has been used before submitting your application.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

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.