Therapeutic Radiographer Apprentice: Start Your Career

#CatchUpWithCancer; Taunton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS pension scheme

Flexible working options

Generous annual leave

Career development

Job summary

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a Therapeutic Radiographer Apprentice in Taunton. This earn-while-you-learn role blends university study with clinical training to become HCPC-registered.

You’ll join a multidisciplinary cancer team and learn to use advanced radiotherapy technology while supporting patients throughout their treatment journey. The programme requires GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) and entry qualifications as listed, with a focus on communication, care,

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualifications or equivalent to meet HEI entry requirements.
• BBC 112 UCAS points.
• DMM BTEC in a science/healthcare subject.
• 12 level 3 credits at Merit or above in an access to science/healthcare.
• 60 credits at 60% or above in a relevant foundation degree.
• GCSE English and Maths (4 or above) or equivalent.
• Guided Learning Hours requirements per entry page.

Responsibilities

• Complete the Therapeutic Radiographer Degree Apprenticeship, combining academic study with clinical training and competency development.
• Work under the supervision of registered Therapeutic Radiographers to provide safe, effective and compassionate patient care.
• Support the planning and delivery of radiotherapy treatments in line with departmental policies and professional standards.
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide information and support to patients throughout their treatment pathway.
• Assist in confirming patient consent and maintaining patient dignity, privacy and confidentiality.
• Ensure correct patient identification and safe treatment delivery in accordance with radiation safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate patient records using departmental and hospital information systems.
• Participate in quality assurance activities and the safe operation of radiotherapy equipment.
• Report incidents, risks and equipment faults promptly to supervising staff.
• Contribute to audit, service improvement and quality initiatives within the department.
• Attend university teaching, departmental training and continuing professional development activities.
• Work flexibly across clinical areas to support service delivery.
• Support the learning and development of colleagues and students where appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

Level 3 qualifications

UCAS points BBC 112

DMM BTEC in science/healthcare

GCSE English and Maths

Tools

Radiotherapy equipment

Job description

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a Therapeutic Radiographer Apprentice in Taunton. This earn-while-you-learn role blends university study with clinical training to become HCPC-registered.

You’ll join a multidisciplinary cancer team and learn to use advanced radiotherapy technology while supporting patients throughout their treatment journey. The programme requires GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) and entry qualifications as listed, with a focus on communication, care,