Technical and Developmental Lead Radiographer Reading

Job Summary

Band 8A Technical and Developmental Lead Radiographer

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, Berkshire Cancer Centre, Reading and Bracknell

Full Time 37.5 Hours per week | Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Therapeutic Radiographer to join the Berkshire Cancer Centre as our Technical and Developmental Lead Radiographer.

This senior clinical leadership role will lead the introduction, implementation and evaluation of innovative radiotherapy techniques and technologies across the service. The successful candidate will work closely with Radiotherapy Managers, Clinical Oncologists, Medical Physicists, and the wider multidisciplinary team to drive technical development, service improvement and excellence in patient care.

The post holder will provide expert clinical and technical leadership, horizon scan emerging technologies, lead technique implementation projects, develop associated protocols and ensure safe adoption of new ways of working in accordance with national guidance, and departmental strategy.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious radiographer who is passionate about innovation, research and service development.

Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to arrange an informal conversation or visit to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

Interviews will be held in late August / early September 2026.

Main duties of the job

• Lead the implementation of new radiotherapy techniques and technologies.
• Provide expert technical and clinical advice to multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop, review and implement policies, protocols and pathways supporting service innovation.
• Lead technical service developments aligned to departmental and national priorities.
• Horizon scan and evaluate emerging technologies and evidence-based practice.
• Maintain expert clinical practice through regular treatment delivery.
• Work collaboratively with the Radiotherapy Workforce & Education team to ensure effective implementation of technique-related training programmes.
• Lead and support audit, research and service evaluation projects.
• Present and publish innovations and research findings nationally and internationally.
• Support operational service delivery and undertake senior leadership responsibilities as required by the Radiotherapy Managers.
• Participate in on-call and flexible service provision.

About us

The Berkshire Cancer Centre provides comprehensive Radiotherapy services across Reading and Bracknell and is fully CHKS accredited. The department is equipped with:

• Four Elekta Linear Accelerators.
• Two GE CT Simulators.
• Surface Guided Radiotherapy technology.
• Superficial X-ray services.
• High Dose Rate Brachytherapy services.
• Advanced techniques including VMAT, SABR, DIBH and Adaptive Radiotherapy.

The department has an excellent reputation for innovation, service improvement, workforce development and research. We are also committed to supporting staff through structured career progression, leadership development, education and research opportunities.

Our diverse workforce of staff and learners all benefit from working with high quality equipment and optimum treatment techniques, whilst experiencing positive levels of clinical support and professional development in all aspects of their training and competence.

The CQC rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.

Our values: Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful, Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Details

Date posted: 28 July 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 8a

Salary: £57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 193-7895560PCG

Job locations: Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading and Bracknell, RG1 5AN, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

• Relocation support for eligible candidates.
• 5% Fringe High Cost Area Supplement for staff rotations in Bracknell Clinic.
• Access to funded development opportunities, and Macmillan training grants.
• Leadership, and management development programmes.
• Coaching and mentorship opportunities.
• Opportunities to contribute to research, innovation and service transformation.
• Supportive and inclusive team culture.
• Flexible working opportunities where service needs allow.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our CARE values of being Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful and Excellent and who are committed to delivering outstanding care for patients across Berkshire and beyond.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Therapeutic Radiography or equivalent.
• HCPC Registration as a Therapeutic Radiographer.
• Master's degree in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent postgraduate qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration radiotherapy experience.
• Experience implementing new radiotherapy techniques and technologies.
• Demonstrable leadership experience.
• Experience supporting education, training and development of staff.
• Evidence of service development and quality improvement.
• Strong multidisciplinary working skills.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Desirable

• Project management experience.
• Research, publication and conference presentation experience.
• Advanced oncology practice experience.

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.

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

Employer details

Employer name: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading and Bracknell, RG1 5AN, United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details

Contact: Radiotherapy Workforce Manager, Azma Siddiqui

Email: azma.siddiqui@royalberkshire.nhs.uk

Phone: 01183225685