Trainee Associate Mammographer/ Associate Mammographer

East Cheshire NHS Trust; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

East Cheshire NHS Trust in Macclesfield is seeking an Assistant/Associate Practitioner in Mammography to join the Cheshire & Stockport Breast Screening Programme. We are looking for an experienced Assistant Practitioner with Level 4 mammography associate qualification or equivalent.

You will need excellent communications skills and a knowledge of the National Health Breast Screening Programme and its aims. Knowledge of the symptomatic breast cancer pathway is also beneficial.

Qualifications

• Foundation Degree in Assisting Professional Practice or equivalent qualification or apprenticeship.
• GCSE Maths and English Grades A-C, 4-9 or Functional Skills Maths level 2, Functional Skills level 2 or equivalent.
• Attendance at study days.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high quality mammography service under supervision of a qualified mammographer.
• Assist Radiologists, Radiographers and other staff in all department areas.
• Work across the Macclesfield Breast Screening Centre and Mobile Van sites with flexible hours.
• Demonstrate prioritisation and safe practice within IRMER guidelines.

Skills

Effective communication

Caring attitude

Clinical judgment

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Prioritisation

Education

Foundation Degree

GCSE Maths & English

Study days attendance

Job description

Trainee Associate Mammographer/ Associate Mammographer

NHS AfC: Band 4 (Annex 21)

Main area Assistant Practitioner/Associate Practitioner Breast Imaging department Grade NHS AfC: Band 4 (Annex 21) Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (some shift work, 12:00-20:00 and Saturdays) Job ref 209-A-26-8357085

Site Macclesfield District Town Victoria Road, Macclesfield Salary £28,392 - £31,157 per annum (Annex 21 or Annex 30) Salary period Yearly Closing 12/11/2026 23:59

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

Job overview

This is an opportunity for an Assistant/Associate Practitioner in Mammography to join our friendly and motivated multidisciplinary team at the Cheshire & Stockport Breast Screening Programme. We are looking for an experienced Assistant Practitioner in Mammography with Level 4 mammography associate qualification or equivalent.

You will need excellent communications skills and a knowledge of the National Health Breast Screening Programme and its aims. Knowledge of the symptomatic breast cancer pathway is also beneficial.

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main duties of the job

To provide a high quality mammography service as part of the NHSBSP (National Health Service Breast Screening Programme) and Symptomatic Service under the supervision of a qualified mammographer.

Work within achieved competencies to agreed protocols and towards further competencies which may be in a wider diagnostic modality as dictated by departmental workload.

To provide assistance to Radiologists, Radiographers and other staff in all areas of the department.

Screening and symptomatic services are offered at the Macclesfield Breast screening center, with 3 Siemens digital mammography sets, two with stereotactic biopsy and tomosynthesis attachment.

You will need to have a flexible approach to service provision which will involve evening and weekend clinics at the Breast Screening Centre at Macclesfield and Mobile Van sites. Travel is essential to this role, so please demonstrate how you would meet these requirements. A genuine occupational qualification applies to these posts under section 6 of the Sex Discrimination Act of 1975 and therefore they are restricted to female applicants only.

Mobile screening in Stockport is provided on a mobile van with Siemens digital mammography.

Working for our organisation

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). In order to facilitate applications from all members of the community the Trust is able to offer services including Braille Applications and Interpreting Services.

If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the advert closing date, regretfully you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Foundation Degree in Assisting Professional Practice or equivalent qualification or apprenticeship
• GCSE Maths and English Grades A-C, 4-9 or Functional Skills Maths level 2, Functional Skills level 2 or equivalent
• Attendance at study days.

Experience

• Experience of working in a Breast Screening Programme
• Understanding of working in a regulated clinical environment or exposure to radiation safety
• Experience of working in a Radiology unit

Skills

• Effective communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to demonstrate caring attitude to patients/clients and staff members
• Good clinical and safety judgement within scope of practice
• Able to self-motivate
• Team working skills and ability to follow instructions under supervision
• Able to prioritise

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Infection Control Involvement with Quality Assurance
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Knowledge of data protection and GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) principles
• Understanding of IRMER (Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulation regulations
• Understanding of NHSBSP (NHS Breast Screening Programme) procedures
• Knowledge of CRIS (Computerised Radiology Information System) / PACS (icture Archiving and Communication System)

Personal Qualities

• Consistent and reliable
• Commitment to continuous professional development (CPD)

Further Requirements

• Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question

Other Role Requirements

• Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements

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.