Job summary
University Hospitals Dorset are looking for a Band 6 Deputy Team Lead Pre-Treatment Radiotherapy Radiographer based at Poole Hospital.
The post holder is expected to be able to work with very limited or no supervision clinically and to deputise for the Team Leader radiographer as appropriate in regard to the day to day management of the pre-treatment unit.
They are able to make clinical decisions relating to patient condition and accuracy of treatment or planning technique although may require some support and will be expected to obtain support from senior members of staff to make decisions which may be outside of their scope of clinical knowledge.
Shortlisting Date: 12-14th January 2026Interview Date: Thursday 22nd January 2026
Main duties of the job
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, technically skilled and caring Therapy Radiographer to join our well established Pre-Treatment team at the University Hospital Dorset situated at Poole Hospital.
The post holder is required to possess recent proven (within the past two years) post registration experience and competencies in Therapeutic Radiography CT scanning and Pre-Treatment . These skills, knowledge and confidence will enable you to fulfil an active role in the planning of highly accurate radiotherapy treatments whilst delivering the highest standards of patient care. This is a fast paced and varied role, working within CT, virtual simulation and mould room.
We have a Philips Big Bore CT scanner. Mosaiq is our patient management system. Eclipse for virtual simulation, registration and planning. Our scanner is equipped with Gate CT-Vision RT for 4D scanning. There is a dedicated mould room run by the pre-treatment team, manufacturing patient specific patient immobilisation, electron end-frames, custom bolus and superficial lead cut-outs.
The department has a fleet 4 Varian True Beam Linacs. We have successfully implemented Surface Guided Radiotherapy, Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy and tattoo less planning for all our patients.
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.
Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration as a therapeutic radiographer
- BSc (Hons) in Radiotherapy or equivalent accredited programme
Desirable
- Formal evidence of post registration study
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate experience in using equipment associated with pre-treatment including CT scanners, virtual simulation software and clinical mark up
- Cannulation trained / experience In administering IV contrast media
- Mould Room / experience in the manufacture of immobilisation devices
- Evidence of continuing education and professional development
- Post registration experience of using sophisticated radiotherapy equipment. Treating patients using advanced techniques and competence in IGRT and IMRT technologies (4)
Desirable
- Participation in the planning of specialised techniques, ie 4DCT, vDIBH, SGRT, SABR
- Radiographer lead breast planning/contouring
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of ability to lead and motivate team members
- Evidence of coaching and mentorship
- Evidence of ability to deal with anxious and demanding individuals using diplomacy and persuasion.
- Evidence of effective communication across multi-disciplinary teams using both writtten and verbal communication
- Able to demonstrate ability and willingness to take decisions and problem solve
Desirable
- Evidence of management capability
- Display strong organisational and time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks
- Demonstrable ability to work in a busy environment and cope when the service is under pressure
- Previous demonstrable participation in research and/or audit
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrate flexibility in attitudes and behaviours to support team working and delivery of objectives
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration as a therapeutic radiographer
- BSc (Hons) in Radiotherapy or equivalent accredited programme
Desirable
- Formal evidence of post registration study
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate experience in using equipment associated with pre-treatment including CT scanners, virtual simulation software and clinical mark up
- Cannulation trained / experience In administering IV contrast media
- Mould Room / experience in the manufacture of immobilisation devices
- Evidence of continuing education and professional development
- Post registration experience of using sophisticated radiotherapy equipment. Treating patients using advanced techniques and competence in IGRT and IMRT technologies (4)
Desirable
- Participation in the planning of specialised techniques, ie 4DCT, vDIBH, SGRT, SABR
- Radiographer lead breast planning/contouring
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of ability to lead and motivate team members
- Evidence of coaching and mentorship
- Evidence of ability to deal with anxious and demanding individuals using diplomacy and persuasion.
- Evidence of effective communication across multi-disciplinary teams using both writtten and verbal communication
- Able to demonstrate ability and willingness to take decisions and problem solve
Desirable
- Evidence of management capability
- Display strong organisational and time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks
- Demonstrable ability to work in a busy environment and cope when the service is under pressure
- Previous demonstrable participation in research and/or audit
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrate flexibility in attitudes and behaviours to support team working and delivery of objectives
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
