Specialist Therapeutic Radiographer

Job summary

Are you an experienced Therapeutic Radiographer ready to take the next step in your career? Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dynamic and motivated Band 7 Specialist Radiographer to join our Beacon Radiotherapy team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and innovate within a forward-thinking department committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred cancer care.

As a Specialist Radiographer, you will oversee a designated area of the radiotherapy treatment pathway, supervise staff up to Band 6, and contribute to service development, research, and quality improvement initiatives. You'll be recognised as an expert in your field, supporting the delivery of safe and accurate radiotherapy treatments and using advanced communication skills to guide patients through their care journey.

We offer a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with opportunities to lead in specialist areas such as imaging, education, quality, research, and site-specific services (e.g., breast, palliative, urology). You'll also play a key role in mentoring junior staff and driving innovation across the service.

What we're looking for:

HCPC registered Therapeutic Radiographer

Extensive clinical experience and leadership skills

Strong knowledge of radiotherapy techniques and national standards

Passion for education, quality improvement, and patient care

Join us in shaping the future of radiotherapy in Somerset. Apply today and make a meaningful impact in cancer care.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for the day-to-day oversight of a pre-treatment / preparation / treatment / review area in the department, ensuring high standards are maintained and that staff are kept up to date with operational and technological developments.

To undertake supervision responsibilities for a team, ensuring that departmental and Trust policies are applied consistently.

To plan and / or deliver safe and accurate radiotherapy treatment.

To be recognised and accessible as an expert in radiotherapy, with a focus on the quality elements of the service, including supporting management in the delivery of quality objectives.

To use expert knowledge to identify gaps in the evidence base, making a critical analysis of new evidence and its relevance, and contribute to this evidence base by supervising and participating in high quality audit and research programmes.

To be involved with the development of radiotherapy services.

To use advanced communication skills to support patients and carers in informed decision making about their care.

To assist and deputise for the radiotherapy management team as required.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.