Radiology Department Assistant for X-ray
NHS AfC: Band 2
Main area Radiology Department Assistant Grade NHS AfC: Band 2 Contract Permanent: Variety of shifts available; possibility of overtime available Hours Part time - 8 hours per week (Saturday and Sunday 17.00 - 21.00) Job ref 230-44372885-CS-A
Site George Eliot Hospital Town Nuneaton Salary £25,272 per annum (out of hour enhancements) Salary period Yearly Closing 22/10/2026 23:59
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust opened in 1948 and provides a range of elective, non-elective, surgical, medical, women’s, children’s, diagnostic and therapeutic services to a population of more than 350,000 people.
The hub of the Trust is located on the outskirts of Nuneaton and its services cover a large footprint, including north Warwickshire, south west Leicestershire, and north Coventry. We also provide primary and community services across Coventry, Warwickshire and Leicestershire.
Our vision is "to EXCEL at patient care"
If you think you've got what it takes, help us realise this and join#TeamEliot.
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We’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role and meet our values, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with everything in the Job Description or Person Specification– apply anyway or email the Recruiting Manager to discuss the role further
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Job overview
PLEASE NOTE: This role is not eligible for current or future visa sponsorship
Radiology Department Assistant for X-ray
8 hours per week (Saturday and Sunday 17.00 - 21.00; possibility of overtime available)
Permanent
Closing Date: Thursday 22nd October 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday 10th November 2026
This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly.
A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community – get in touch to find out more
Main duties of the job
- Carry out patient care to maintain the safety of the patient, under the supervision of a trained registered practitioner
- Anticipate the needs of the patient to ensure comfort, safety and dignity at all times
- Assist patients in preparation for, and whilst undergoing, routine and specialised radiographic examinations
- To check patient identification and documentation in accordance with departmental protocols and clinical requests
- Establish and maintain a good communication channel to support patient confidence
- Assist Radiographers in performing examinations, attending to the patients welfare at all times.
- Escort patients to other departments as appropriate
- Be friendly and helpful towards staff, patients, their relatives and friends in all clinical areas and on the telephone
- Receive patients, relatives and colleagues into the department and direct to the appropriate area
- Mainly based in main Radiology department but work in the CDC and OPD x-ray rooms as required.
Working for our organisation
Here at George Eliot our vision to ‘ excel at patient care’ takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are:
Effective Open Communication
excellence and safety in everything we do
Challenge but support
Expect respect and dignity
Local health that inspires confidence
Benefits: On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, on-site discounted gym, extensive in-house course learning directory, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Anticipate the needs of the patient to ensure comfort, safety and dignity at all times.
- Assist patients in preparation for, and whilst undergoing radiographic examination.
- To check patient identification and documentation in accordance with departmental protocols and clinical request.
- Carry out patient care to maintain the safety of the patient, under the supervision of a Radiographer.
- Establish and maintain a good communication channel to support patient confidence.
- Assist Radiographers in performing examinations, attending to the patients welfare at all times.
- Process images as required.
- Escort patients to other departments as appropriate.
- Be friendly and helpful towards staff, patients, their relatives and friends in all clinical areas and on the telephone.
- Receive patients, relatives and colleagues into the department and direct to the appropriate area.
- Ensure patient’s property is kept in line with Trust Policy.
- Ensure the patients’ environment and all equipment is kept clean and stored safely.
- To use computerised systems to assist the radiographer and to optimise patient throughout.
For a full comprehensive list of main responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to job description and personal specification attached.
Person specification
Experience and Knowledge
- Experience of working with the public
Qualifications and Professional Training
- Good standard of general education including Math’s and English language (GCSE or equivalent)
- NVQ level 2 in Customer Service
Skills and Abilities
- To be able to assist patients to move using appropriate aids on a frequent basis
- To be able to transport patients using wheelchair/trolley or frequently throughout a normal shift and will require moderate effort.
- Frequently be able to deal with patients and relatives during distressing situations.
- To be able to apply normal care and attention throughout the shift
- To deal with competing demands for attention.
Personal Qualities
- Good Communication Skills
- Ability to form work as part of a team.
- Ability to remain calm under a range of circumstances.
Other
- A commitment to Equal Opportunities
Trust Values
- Excellence and safety in all that we do
- Challenge but support
- Expect respect and dignity
- Local healthcare that inspires confidence
Other:
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of individuals and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safe recruitment practice, if appropriate for the role, it is a mandatory requirement for all newly appointed staff to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service application.
In response to NICE guidance and to support the reduction of health harm from tobacco, the Trust has a smoke-free site policy which applies to anyone on Trust sites. Staff who smoke will be supported to quit or not smoke whilst on Trust sites.
George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust is committed to creating and sustaining a positive and inclusive working environment for all our employees as they are at the heart of our patients journey. Our aim is to ensure that employees are equally valued, respected, empowered and included within an organisation that is representative of all members of the community. We define diversity as valuing everyone as an individual – taking pride in that we value employees, job applicants, students, volunteers, patients and visitors as people. This is reflected within our excel behaviours with a vision to create a workplace that represents a culture of kindness, joy and inclusion.
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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.
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George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust is an exceptional employer, dedicated to providing high-quality patient care while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. With benefits such as a generous annual leave policy, on-site nursery, and opportunities for professional development, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive in their roles. Located in Nuneaton, the Trust offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in the community, all while being part of a compassionate team that values effective communication and respect.
