Head of Treatment Planning (Radiotherapy Physics)
The closing date is 26 October 2025
Job summary
Band 8B Head of Treatment Planning (Radiotherapy Physics)
The post holder will lead, develop and be responsible for managing the Treatment Planning elements of the Radiotherapy Physics department, ensuring safe and effective service provision to the Berkshire Cancer Centre.
Provide advice on appropriate treatment techniques for individual patients to medical staff and other healthcare professionals.
Participate in, and the supervising of dose calculation procedures and the ongoing quality control of both treatment and planning equipment. Research, design, develop and implement new and innovative treatments and techniques.
Contribute to equipment management and the procurement of new radiotherapy equipment.
Date of interviews: Wednesday 12th and Friday 14th November at the Berkshire Cancer Centre, Royal Berkshire Hospital, Reading (please note: interviews will be face-to-face/in-person only).
Main duties of the job
The post holder will act as a Medical Physics Expert in areas of Radiotherapy for which they are responsible. They will liaise as appropriate with BCC Management Team and other senior staff within the Trust. They will advise the Head of Radiotherapy Physics on developments required to meet the needs of the treatment planning service and will plan and implement developments as required.
The Radiotherapy Physics Section provides an expert physics service to the Radiotherapy Department of the Berkshire Cancer Centre (BCC).Through their unique understanding of the physical science and cutting-edge technology that underpins the radiotherapy process, the Section designs, builds, develops and delivers the framework of radiation dosimetry, radiation safety, treatment planning and treatment unit quality assurance that enables medical staff to provide a safe, accurate, state-of-the-art patient treatment.These tasks are undertaken both at system-wide and individual patient level.
About us
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Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Details
Date posted
17 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£64,455 to £74,896 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
193-7437820PCG
Job locations
Royal Berkshire Hospital
London Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Berkshire Hospital
London Road
Reading
RG1 5AN
Employer's website
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