Therapeutic Radiographer Apprentice

Job summary

To work within the Radiotherapy department under the Therapeutic Radiographer Apprenticeship programme, committing to train as a therapeutic radiographer meeting the clinical and academic requirements of the course.

The post holder will work alongside the multidisciplinary team whilst they train to be a therapeutic radiographer under the supervision of a registered practitioner. The post holder will be required to works shifts as required by the department.

The apprenticeship will run in conjunction with a higher education faculty (e.g. Sheffield Hallam University) and attendance of training is essential so annual leave must be arranged outside these sessions. The post holder is required to study alongside working in the department and the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake any formal and informal study and training required to fulfil the needs of the post. There will be 20% protected study time (equivalent to 1 day per week).

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship the post holder will gain a BSc (Hons) in Therapeutic radiography and will be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Therapeutic Radiographer.

Please be advised sponsorship is not eligible for this post.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Main duties of the job

Please see job description and entry requirements from Sheffield Hallam University.

To work within the Radiotherapy department under the Therapeutic Radiographer Apprenticeship programme, committing to train as a therapeutic radiographer meeting the clinical and academic requirements of the course.

The post holder will work alongside the multidisciplinary team whilst they train to be a therapeutic radiographer under the supervision of a registered practitioner. The post holder will be required to works shifts as required by the department.

The apprenticeship will run in conjunction with a higher education faculty (e.g. Sheffield Hallam University) and attendance of training is essential so annual leave must be arranged outside these sessions. The post holder is required to study alongside working in the department and the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake any formal and informal study and training required to fulfil the needs of the post. There will be 20% protected study time (equivalent to 1 day per week).

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship the post holder will gain a BSc (Hons) in Therapeutic radiography and will be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Therapeutic Radiographer.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.