Senior Radiographic Assistant
At a glance
- Band
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time, Part-time
- Posted
- 16/09/2026
- Closes
- 20/09/2026
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Role summary
This role involves assisting staff in the Radiology department with a wide range of duties, including patient care, portering, and clerical work, to ensure an efficient and caring imaging service. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting patients through radiological procedures and maintaining a high standard of care. Flexibility is required for various shifts, including evenings and weekends, across different hospital sites. Experience in a hospital or caring environment is essential.
Essential criteria
- GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above) or functional skills Level 2 or equivalent
- 2 A-levels or NVQ Level 3 in a healthcare related subject or appropriate experience in a clinical healthcare environment
Desirable criteria
- CARE Certificate.
- Knowledge & Experience
- Experience working within the NHS in a patient facing role
- Ability to work to agreed standards and protocols
- Knowledge of the Data Protection Act and patient confidentiality
- Knowledge of health and safety policies
- Knowledge of local trust and directorate policies
- Experience in aseptic technique
- Moving and handling training
- Skills & Abilities
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work as an effective team member
- Basic IT skills
- Experience using NHS IT systems
- Qualifications & Education
- GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above) or functional skills Level 2 or equivalent
- 2 A-levels or NVQ Level 3 in a healthcare related subject or appropriate experience in a clinical healthcare environment
- CARE Certificate.
- Knowledge & Experience
- Experience working within the NHS in a patient facing role
- Ability to work to agreed standards and protocols
- Knowledge of the Data Protection Act and patient confidentiality
- Knowledge of health and safety policies
- Knowledge of local trust and directorate policies
- Experience in aseptic technique
- Moving and handling training
- Skills & Abilities
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work as an effective team member
- Basic IT skills
- Experience using NHS IT systems
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 3 at £24,625 – £25,674 a year, across England.
This advert: £25,760 – £27,476 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Senior Radiographic Assistant
The closing date is 20 September 2026
Job summary
Previous Applicants Need Not Apply
We are looking for individuals to join our multidisciplinary team of staff in the Radiology department within the Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
The role involves a wide range of duties that are required to assist staff performing radiological procedures. This can include patient care, portering and clerical work. These are all necessary to provide an efficient and caring imaging service. The successful candidate will require good communication and organisational skills, and be expected to work to agreed protocols and standards.
Based at either the Royal Victoria Infirmary or the Freeman Hospital, you will be expected to work a variety of shifts including weekdays, evenings and weekends. You must have a flexible approach to duties and have the ability to work alone and as part of a team. Experience in a hospital/caring environment is essential.
- Interview Date Thursday 01 October 2026
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Full time and part time available - please indicate which you are applying for on your application form
- You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy
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