Therapeutic Radiographer

#CatchUpWithCancer; Chelsea (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust in Chelsea invites applications for a Band 5 Therapy Radiographer to join our radiotherapy team. You will contribute to delivery of technically advanced treatments and high quality patient care.

This role offers training in IMRT, VMAT, IGRT and brachytherapy, with support to develop clinical expertise across scanning, planning and treatment delivery. Closing date 25 September 2026. HCPC registration is required; UK-based post.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a therapeutic radiographer (BSc (Hons) in Radiotherapy or equivalent).
• Experience with advanced radiotherapy techniques (IMRT/VMAT) in a complex department.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills; patient-focused care.
• Willingness to work non-standard hours and across sites.

Responsibilities

• Carry out radiotherapy processes at a highly complex work base with accuracy.
• Collaborate with medical physics, nursing, and clerical staff.
• Ensure safe operation of equipment and adherence to IR(ME)R regulations.
• Contribute to quality control and audits.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Professional development

Education

HCPC registration

BSc Radiotherapy or equivalent

Tools

IGRT

IMRT/VMAT planning

Radiotherapy equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Band 5 Therapy Radiographer – Chelsea Site

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust has an international reputation for high quality patient care, education and research. The partnership with the Institute of Cancer Research has created the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Europe. The Chelsea Radiotherapy department has four Varian Truebeams, Cyberknife and a Brachytherapy Suite. The department has a Siemens Confidence CT scanner and utilise multi-modality imaging for planning.

This is a fantastic opportunity for band 5 radiographers who want to further consolidate their knowledge and gain extensive treatment experience. The ideal candidates will enjoy working as a part of a dynamic team delivering technically advanced treatments and excellent patient care. This post is available at the Chelsea site in London.

These roles will provide the opportunity to work at the cutting edge of radiotherapy development, in a pioneering and technically advanced department, working with compassionate and dedicated radiographers who are committed to delivering high quality patient care in everything they do. The successful candidates will be given the training and support to be confident delivering advanced radiotherapy techniques such as IMRT, VMAT, VIBH and IGRT.

Closing date: 25 September 2026

For further information please contact: Mandy Humphreys, Lead Operational Superintendent: [e-mail]

Main duties of the job

• The post-holder will be responsible for carrying out Radiotherapy processes at a specialist highly complex radiotherapy work base, which may be a treatment unit, a brachytherapy unit, a CT scanner, a VS area or a treatment preparation area as prescribed, carefully and accurately and will participate as appropriate with clinical research activity in the department.
• The post-holder will liaise with medical, physics, nursing, clerical and support staff within the department and throughout the institution. The key working relationships will be with the Senior radiographers.

About Us

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.

At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.

At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.

Details

Date posted: 11 September 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £38,488 to £46,852 a year per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 282-SB1840

Job locations: The Royal Marsden Chelsea, Chelsea, SW3 6JJ, United Kingdom

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for the accurate preparation, planning and delivery of treatment by self
• Participate as part of the team in the organisation of the radiotherapy work base.
• Be able to operate all equipment safely and efficiently as per manufacturers instructions, including local guidelines.
• Meet the regulatory responsibilities defined for an operator as delegated by the Trust under the IR(ME)R regulations.
• Analyse and approve planning images and verification images following designated training and adhere to guidelines.
• Be responsible for accurate record keeping and that information required for statistics is provided as required by self.
• Participate in day to day and weekly quality control of equipment at the work base in accordance with ISO 9001 documentation.
• Comply with department ISO 9001 quality assurance programme.
• Participate in ongoing clinical audit procedures as required.
• Responsible for assessing daily each patients fitness for radiotherapy procedure.
• Guide and encourage patients through all stages of the radiotherapy process with support for both their physical and emotional reactions.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a therapeutic radiographer (requires BSc (Hons) in Radiotherapy or equivalent accredited programme)

Experience

Essential

• Experience (including as a student) of sophisticated RT equipment treating advanced techniques in a complex department, including understanding of IGRV, IMRT and imaging technologies

Desirable

• Have experience (including as a student) in paper light/paper free radiotherapy processes
• Have participated in research/audit/service evaluation.

Skills/Ability/Knowledge

Essential

• Be an effective communicator using both written and spoken English; as will be required to manage sensitive information in situations that will require diplomacy and empathy.
• Display strong organisational and time management skills, and ability to prioritise tasks.
• Sensitive and considered manner to enable appropriate interaction with all team members, displaying appropriate confidence in own abilities.
• Computer literate with associated keyboard skills
• Commitment to personal and professional development

Circumstances

Essential

• Able to work non-standard hours between the hours of 08:00 and 20:00 to meet the exigencies of the service and will be expected to participate in the non-residential radiotherapy weekend on call service and the weekend day or bank holiday service that runs up to 8 times a year to cover gaps in treatment.
• Able to work on both sites and to be flexible to meet the needs of the role

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name: The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address: The Royal Marsden Chelsea, Chelsea, SW3 6JJ, United Kingdom

Website: https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden

Employer contact details

Operational Superintendent: Katie Kettlewell

Email: [e-mail]

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