Job summary
A fantastic opportunity to gain a BSc (Hons) Degree in Therapeutic Radiography and join our friendly radiotherapy department at Southend Hospital.
The apprenticeship will be delivered as a 3 year programme in Therapeutic Radiography with on the job training at Southend Hospital Radiotherapy department and specific academic support from a higher education institute. On completion of the training period the employee will be expected to qualify as a Therapeutic Radiographer and gain HCPC registration in order to practice.
If you are interested in the role and believe you hold the qualities we require, then apply today!
Main duties of the job
We are a friendly and welcoming team, working in a very busy department treating cancer patients to satisfy local and national targets.
As part of the multi-disciplinary team the post holders will fulfil a key role in providing Radiotherapy care and support to patients.
As a trainee Therapeutic Radiographer you will gain experience and knowledge in all areas of Radiotherapy delivery including pre-treatment and planning, patient care, treatment and quality assurance processes. You will be working under the supervision of qualified therapeutic radiographers.
About us
With a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff, we can now do more and go further in delivering health services to our local communities.
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
Patients will experience improved care as well as fewer delays and cancellations. We are able to provide more once-in-a-lifetime specialist care region-wide. With our new trust size will come more opportunities for development, research, networking and innovation.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application!
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English at level 2 or above (grade 4, or previously C)
- Evidence of successful formal study at Level 3
- If you do not have a minimum of six months experience working in a health and social care capacity, you should hold one of the following: 96 UCAS points from three A levels or equivalent qualifications such as BTEC Nationals, Cambridge Technicals, OCR Nationals and T Levels. Access to HE Diploma from a QAA recognised Access to HE courses Level 3 Apprenticeship Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQ's) New or existing Level 4 or 5 qualifications such as HNDs, Foundation Degrees, Certificate HE or Diploma HE Previous degree Other qualifications may be considered in discussion with the university.
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of six months experience in a health and social care capacity, including any placements or work-based learning undertaken as part of a Level 3 qualification.
- Basic undertstanding of Radiotherapy
Communication skills
Essential
- Polite, empathetic and friendly
- Good Oral/written communication skills
- Ability to follow instruction
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English at level 2 or above (grade 4, or previously C)
- Evidence of successful formal study at Level 3
- If you do not have a minimum of six months experience working in a health and social care capacity, you should hold one of the following: 96 UCAS points from three A levels or equivalent qualifications such as BTEC Nationals, Cambridge Technicals, OCR Nationals and T Levels. Access to HE Diploma from a QAA recognised Access to HE courses Level 3 Apprenticeship Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQ's) New or existing Level 4 or 5 qualifications such as HNDs, Foundation Degrees, Certificate HE or Diploma HE Previous degree Other qualifications may be considered in discussion with the university.
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of six months experience in a health and social care capacity, including any placements or work-based learning undertaken as part of a Level 3 qualification.
- Basic undertstanding of Radiotherapy
Communication skills
Essential
- Polite, empathetic and friendly
- Good Oral/written communication skills
- Ability to follow instruction
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).
