Therapeutic Radiographer
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Hours / week
- 37.5
- Posted
- 17/08/2026
- Closes
- 31/08/2026
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Role summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a Therapeutic Radiographer to join the Northern Centre for Cancer Care. You will contribute to delivering radiotherapy treatments to approximately 8,000 patients annually, utilizing advanced Varian and Siemens technology. The role involves rotating through pre-treatment and treatment sections, supporting patient care, and participating in a structured training program. Newly qualified radiographers are welcome and will receive support through a Preceptor programme.
Essential criteria
- BSc in Radiotherapy or equivalent qualification
- State Registration as a Therapeutic Radiographer with Health Professions Council
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of post-graduate training/study
- Knowledge & Experience
- Recent graduation or recent employment as a therapeutic radiographer
- Required to undertake Return to Practice training and study if out of practice for greater than 2 years
- Knowledge of modern radiotherapy equipment, systems and techniques
- Knowledge of quality assurance in radiotherapy, health & safety, IRR and IR(ME)R legislation
- Recent employment in a large modern radiotherapy centre
- Potential to progress within the profession
- Skills & Abilities
- Excellent communication and technical skills
- IT Skills
- Able to teach, train, and motivate others; students, visitors or other staff
- Able to work flexible hours/shifts and participate in the radiotherapy on-call rota & CHART with locally agreed terms and conditions
- Attention to detail
- Able to work for sustained periods under pressure
- Willing to participate in out of hours departmental activities
- Willing to study/carry out projects. Positive attitude towards the holistic approach to patient care
- Qualifications & Education
- BSc in Radiotherapy or equivalent qualification
- State Registration as a Therapeutic Radiographer with Health Professions Council
- Evidence of post-graduate training/study
- Knowledge & Experience
- Recent graduation or recent employment as a therapeutic radiographer
- Required to undertake Return to Practice training and study if out of practice for greater than 2 years
- Knowledge of modern radiotherapy equipment, systems and techniques
- Knowledge of quality assurance in radiotherapy, health & safety, IRR and IR(ME)R legislation
- Recent employment in a large modern radiotherapy centre
- Potential to progress within the profession
- Skills & Abilities
- Excellent communication and technical skills
- IT Skills
- Able to teach, train, and motivate others; students, visitors or other staff
- Able to work flexible hours/shifts and participate in the radiotherapy on-call rota & CHART with locally agreed terms and conditions
- Attention to detail
- Able to work for sustained periods under pressure
- Willing to participate in out of hours departmental activities
- Willing to study/carry out projects. Positive attitude towards the holistic approach to patient care
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
This advert: £32,073 – £39,043 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Therapeutic Radiographer
The closing date is 31 August 2026
Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to begin or develop your therapeutic radiographer career at the Northern Centre for Cancer Care. We are a forward-thinking service with a programme of innovation, including MRI-based planning, Hypersight, SGRT and online adaptive solutions.
As part of our friendly and supportive team, you will contribute to the delivery of radiotherapy treatments to approximately 8,000 patients each year, across both adult and paediatric services. Using the latest Varian and Siemens technology we routinely deliver VMAT, gating, SABR, SRS, daily IGRT, SXT, TBI and TSEI.
We are committed to supporting your development with an established structured training programme rotating through pre-treatment and treatment sections, enabling you to build confidence and develop a broad range of clinical skills. There are opportunities to become involved in extended practice as your experience grows.
Newly qualified radiographers are encouraged to apply and are supported through our Trust Preceptor programme to guide you through your transition into clinical practice and build a strong foundation for your career.
- Interview Date Wednesday 16 and Thursday 17 September 2026
- 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week
- You will be redirected to Trac to apply
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