Therapeutic Radiographer - Band 6

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is recruiting a Therapeutic Radiographer (Band 6) to join the Radiotherapy team at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Shrewsbury.

This post focuses on treatment areas with opportunities in pre-treatment within a supportive, collaborative environment. The role includes participation in MDTs, IGRT, and radiographer-led initiatives, with full-time hours and on-call as required.

Qualifications

• BSc in Radiographic Studies or equivalent DCR.
• HCPC registration is required.
• DCR (Diploma of the College of Radiographers) or postgraduate qualifications preferred.
• NHS radiography experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Team player

Reflective practice

Education

BSc Radiographic Studies or equivalent DCR

HCPC registration

DCR

Postgraduate qualifications

Job description

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Therapeutic Radiographer - Band 6

The closing date is 23 November 2026

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

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.

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

• BSc in Radiographic Studies or equivalent DCR
• HCPC registration
• DCR (Diploma of the College of Radiographers)
• Has carried out research; undertaking post graduate qualifications

General educational requirements

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

Experience

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

Skills

• Team player
• Employs reflective practice

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.

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

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