Senior Therapeutic Radiographer
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, The James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough.
Closing Date
23 July 2026
Job Summary
Applications are invited from therapy radiographers who would like to develop their career in a forward‑thinking, award‑winning and technically advanced radiotherapy department at The James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough. Our focus is to continually improve patients' experiences and outcomes and you will be supported by a friendly, committed multi‑disciplinary team of staff striving to ensure the delivery of excellence in all aspects of patient care. We work between two sites within the hospital, having expanded the department following the build of The Endeavour Unit, an award‑winning state‑of‑the‑art radiotherapy facility. The department is currently equipped with six Elekta Agility machines with IGRT/IMRT capability, which provides scope for expanding technological and professional development including DIBH with SGRT, stereoscopic 2D imaging, stereotactic body radiotherapy, VMAT treatment delivery and flattening‑filter‑free technology.
Main Duties of the Job
We are a forward‑thinking department and support radiographers in their clinical development to advanced practitioner level. Our department includes Advanced Clinical Practitioners and a Consultant Radiographer. Our radiographers are fully involved in the MDT approach to developments within the department. The department has a major commitment to evidence‑based practice and participates in multi‑centre clinical research trials led by our Radiotherapy Research Team. Ongoing professional development is supported and encouraged. Successful applicants will be highly motivated, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and will work on the treatment floor.
Qualifications & Training
- BSc / PgDip / Pre‑Reg MSc in Therapeutic Radiography
- HCPC Registration
Experience
- Significant experience working as a Therapeutic Radiographer
- Successful completion of a preceptorship programme
- Evidence of a supervisory/mentoring role
Knowledge & Skills
- Expert knowledge in treatment planning and delivery
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstration of leadership skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required to verify any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must hold current UK professional registration.
Employment Details
- Band: 6
- Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 per annum
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full‑time
- Job location: The James Cook University Hospital, Marton Road, Middlesbrough, TS4 3BW, United Kingdom
- Reference number: 328‑CI‑8045802
Employer Contact
Radiotherapy Service Manager – Claire Huntley, claire.huntley1@nhs.net, 01642854942.
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