Therapeutic Radiographer Advanced Practice
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Job summary
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Advanced Practice Therapeutic Radiographer to rotate between photon and proton departments and contribute across pre-treatment, treatment preparation, treatment units and brachytherapy. The role supports a leading service with a wide spectrum of cancer care.
The post holder will participate in senior leadership, mentorship, and staff development within a high‑quality radiotherapy service that includes Varian TrueBeam,
Qualifications
- BSc in therapeutic radiography or equivalent required.
- HCPC registration as a therapy or nuclear medicine radiographer.
- Desirable MSc or Master's level equivalent experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide specialist clinical training and mentoring within the dept.
- Plan, prioritise and organise own and section workload.
- Lead and supervise staff with annual appraisals and skill mix management.
- Deliver high-quality radiotherapy planning and treatment as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Therapeutic Radiographer Advanced Practice
The closing date is 16 November 2026
This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of the dynamic radiotherapy team at UCLH. The post holder will undertake rotations between the photon and proton departments and will work across a wide range of areas; pre‑treatment, treatment‑prep, the treatment units and brachytherapy. UCLH is seeking a committed individual with the energy and focus to continue building on the existing service of excellence. Radiotherapy services at UCLH are delivered across two departments. The photon department is equipped with Varian TrueBeam systems with advanced imaging packages and 6DoF couches, and is in the process of acquiring and installing an additional Halcyon unit. The department has a comprehensive brachytherapy suite and a Gulmay skin unit. UCLH is one of only two NHS sites delivering proton beam therapy across the NHS. The proton beam therapy (PBT) department is equipped with Varian ProBeam gantries with advanced imaging packages and robotic couches. Both departments have a dedicated CT scanner and the PBT department also has a dedicated MRI scanner. The department delivers radiotherapy services for a broad spectrum of cancers comprising common cancers as well as specialist treatments including brachytherapy, molecular radiotherapy and total body irradiation. The PBT department focuses predominantly on head and neck, brain and sarcoma treatment sites. Paediatrics and TYAs make up approximately one third of the patient cohort.
- Be recognised as the lead practitioner in their specific field, setting an example to junior staff and being available to advise colleagues in other areas.
o Deputise for the Band 8a where necessary to address staffing issues, skill mix and tackle wider departmental problems. Liaise with operational managers, disseminating information and attaining departmental working objectives.
o Must be aware of the skills and competencies available within the team, utilising them effectively and delegating appropriately. Ensures the team they are leading is progressing through the departmental competency programme and highlights when issues arise in order to maintain the required skill mix and deliver a safe, high quality service.
o Demonstrates safe use and maintenance of expensive, specialist equipment used by self and others, using quality assurance methods.
o Is the lead liaison with all members of the multidisciplinary team, including clinicians, engineers, nurses, physics colleagues, students and other allied health professionals, to maintain a positive working relationship across all professional boundaries.
o Annually appraise junior band 5 and band 6 radiographers.
o Initiate regular stock‑taking, placing orders with internal and external distributors.
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically‑led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top‑quality patient care, excellent education, and world‑class research.
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
- Date posted: 10 November 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 7
- Salary: £58,133 to £65,261 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full‑time
- Reference number: 309-UCLH-8402551
- Job locations: University College Hospital, 235 Euston Road, London, NW1 2BU, United Kingdom
- Supporting documents: Privacy notice – University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
- UCLH top trust to work at in England- In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff. To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Knowledge and Qualifications
- BSc in therapeutic radiography or equivalent formal qualification.
- Health Profession Council (HCPC) registration as a therapy or nuclear medicine radiographer.
Desirable
- Clinical experience in planning and or dosimetry
- Participation in audit/clinical governance.
- MSc or Master's level equivalent experience.
- Relevant postgraduate experience with specialist training and knowledge. At least 18 months as a band 6 radiographer.
- Practical experience in planning and delivering a wide range of radiotherapy techniques.
- Leadership experience.
Skills and Abilities
- Provide specialist clinical training and undertake presentations, both within the dept and nationally in conferences and workshops.
- Plan, carry out and analyse clinical and departmental audits.
- Plan, prioritise and organise own and section workload.
- Be committed to self‑development and continued professional development.
- Work confidently within the multidisciplinary team. Interpret a wide range of imaging modalities for planning and treatment optimisation.
- Experience in supervising and management of staff.
- Experience of delivering training.
- BSc in therapeutic radiography or equivalent formal qualification.
- Health Profession Council (HCPC) registration as a therapy or nuclear medicine radiographer.
Desirable
- Clinical experience in planning and or dosimetry
- Participation in audit/clinical governance.
- MSc or Master's level equivalent experience.
Essential
- Relevant postgraduate experience with specialist training and knowledge. At least 18 months as a band 6 radiographer.
- Practical experience in planning and delivering a wide range of radiotherapy techniques.
- Leadership experience.
Skills and Abilities
- Provide specialist clinical training and undertake presentations, both within the dept and nationally in conferences and workshops.
- Plan, carry out and analyse clinical and departmental audits.
- Plan, prioritise and organise own and section workload.
- Be committed to self‑development and continued professional development.
- Work confidently within the multidisciplinary team. Interpret a wide range of imaging modalities for planning and treatment optimisation.
- Experience in supervising and management of staff.
- Experience of delivering training.
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).
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).
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
University College Hospital
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
United Kingdom
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Operational Lead for PBT
Laura Allington
l.allington@nhs.net
Privacy notice – University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust's privacy notice
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