Therapeutic Radiographer, Practice Educator

University Hospitals Coventry And Warwickshire Nhs Trust; Coventry; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is seeking a Therapeutic Radiographer - Practice Educator who will combine clinical radiography with educational leadership to develop and support learners across the radiotherapy department.

You'll work with radiotherapy leadership and academic partners to design education programmes, maintain competency frameworks, support supervision, ensure regulatory standards and promote a culture of continuous improvement; the post is band 6 with

Qualifications

• BSc Radiotherapy or equivalent.
• HCPC Registration and teaching/assessing qualification.
• Significant post-qualification experience in NHS Radiotherapy.
• Evidence of CPD and using learning to improve practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead education, training and competency programmes for the radiotherapy workforce.
• Identify training needs with clinical, technical and academic partners.
• Support students, apprentices, newly qualified staff and practitioners through teaching and mentorship.
• Maintain training records and ensure compliance with professional/regulatory requirements.
• Promote careers in radiotherapy and support recruitment and apprenticeship initiatives.

Skills

Radiotherapy

Teaching

Leadership

Communication

CPD

Education

BSc Radiotherapy or equivalent

HCPC Registration

Teaching or assessing qualification

MSc (Desirable)

Tools

Elekta Mosaiq

iView

XVI

Job description

Job summary

The Therapeutic Radiographer - Practice Educator is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated radiographer who is passionate about developing people, improving practice and shaping the future radiotherapy workforce. The post combines clinical expertise with educational leadership, supporting the training, development and ongoing professional growth of radiographers, students and apprentices across the department. The successful candidate will work closely with the radiotherapy leadership team and academic partners to develop high‑quality education programmes, maintain competency frameworks, support clinical supervision and ensure compliance with professional and regulatory standards. They will also maintain clinical competence and act as a visible role model for safe, evidence‑based radiotherapy practice. This role requires a highly skilled radiographer with strong clinical credibility, excellent communication skills and a genuine enthusiasm for teaching and supporting others. The ideal candidate will be able to inspire and motivate colleagues, adapt their approach to different learners, influence change positively and work collaboratively across professional boundaries. They will have a commitment to continuous improvement, quality, patient safety and developing a culture of learning throughout the department.

The successful candidate will be paid at band 6 until completion of competencies and MSc teaching module, and then be uplifted to band 7.

Main duties of the job

The Practice Educator is responsible for leading and coordinating education, training and workforce development activities within the radiotherapy department. Key duties include:

• Identifying the learning and development needs of the radiotherapy workforce and developing training programmes to meet service and individual requirements.
• Delivering teaching, training, assessment, mentorship and coaching to radiographers, students and apprentices.
• Developing, implementing and maintaining competency‑based training and assessment frameworks across radiotherapy services.
• Supporting clinical supervision, reflective practice, preceptorship programmes and CPD.
• Maintaining clinical competence and providing senior clinical support when required.
• Ensuring training records, competency assessments and educational processes comply with IR(ME)R requirements, CQC standards and Trust governance arrangements.
• Contributing to quality improvement, audit, research and the implementation of evidence‑based practice to enhance patient care and staff development.
• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues, higher education institutions and external partners to support workforce development and promote radiotherapy as a career.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Job responsibilities

• Lead the development, delivery and evaluation of education, training and competency programmes for the radiotherapy workforce.
• Identify training and development needs in collaboration with clinical, technical and academic partners.
• Support students, apprentices, newly qualified staff and registered practitioners through teaching, assessment, mentorship, preceptorship and clinical supervision.
• Maintain effective training records and assessment processes, ensuring compliance with professional and regulatory requirements.
• Promote careers in radiotherapy and support recruitment, work experience and apprenticeship initiatives.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Overall, the post holder will play a key role in ensuring the radiotherapy workforce is skilled, competent and equipped to deliver safe, high‑quality patient care, both now and in the future.

Secondment will be considered for internal candidates If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Radiotherapy or equivalent.
• Professional knowledge acquired through degree plus short specialist courses and/or experience to post‑graduate diploma level or equivalent.
• HCPC Registration
• Teaching & or assessing qualification or relevant experience.
• Demonstrable current CPD and evidence of using learning to improve practice.

Desirable

• MSc Post graduate education or working towards.
• Leadership course/qualification
• Mentor training /assessor training

Experience

Essential

• Significant post qualification experience
• Current clinical Radiotherapy experience in NHS Hospital.
• Experience across range of Radiotherapy equipment for treatment and planning.
• Evidence of implementing change in clinical practice
• Experience of clinical supervision and use of reflective practice
• Experience of teaching and assessing in clinical practice
• Experience in audit and implementing evidence‑based care

Desirable

• Organisation and facilitation of study events, workshops and training programmes
• Elekta / Mosaiq / XVI / iView experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge of radiotherapy techniques and equipment.
• Knowledge of clinical governance.
• Knowledge of IR(ME)R and its implications for radiotherapy practice
• Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
• Awareness of research and audit methodologies

Desirable

• A good understanding of current issues relating to the NHS.
• Use of action learning and other methods of facilitating staff development

Skills

Essential

• Sound clinical skills
• Effective leadership skills
• Evidence of applying research to practice
• Ability to critically analyse data
• Ability to analyse problems and implements appropriate solutions
• Ability to negotiate and influence decision making
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Evidence of excellent documentation and written skills
• Ability to manage difficult situations effectively
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Good management of own and others time
• Ability to work alone and as a member of a team
• Ability to use initiative and make decisions
• Ability to analyse problems and implement appropriate solutions
• A good understanding of IT and technology
• Able to teach clinical skills to others.
• Able to communicate complex or sensitive information in a manner which aids understanding and compliance.
• Able to motivate and enable all staff to work to their full potential.

Desirable

• Be able to write complex reports and formulate policies
• Ability to carry out audit
• Microsoft office and email skills

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below)
• Applicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

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).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).