Deputy Head of Brachytherapy Physics
The closing date is 14 September 2026
Job summary
Are you looking for a fresh challenge or a chance to broaden your clinical experience in a high-volume, fast-paced department?
We are offering an excitingopportunity for a skilled and motivated Brachytherapy Physicist to join our busy and dynamic Radiotherapy Physics team as Deputy Head of Brachytherapy Physics. This is a fantastic chance to deepen your expertise, work with a diverse case mix, and contribute meaningfully to patient care.
You will act as a 'Medical Physics Expert' as defined by legislation (IR(ME)R17) providing expert advice and to supervise and manage scientific support in imaging as related to radiotherapy. Approximately 50% of your time will be providing support to the Brachytherapy service, and 50% of time supporting other areas of the department, including:
- Pre-treatment imaging & Patient immobilisation
- External beam treatment planning
- Image guidance for radiotherapy & Respiratory gating
- Adaptive radiotherapy
- External beam linac QA
Main duties of the job
To provide support to the clinical running of the brachytherapy service, including planning and checking treatments for HDR Prostate, Cervix, Vagina and Skin treatments.
Act as MPE to the brachytherapy services.
To support and where appropriate, take a lead in the development and implementation of new treatment / planning techniques for HDR brachytherapy.
Work closely with the wider brachytherapy MDT to ensure smooth running of the service.
Provide support during upgrades and commissioning and routine QA on the HDR.
Act as RPS and provide radiation protection support and training to the Brachytherapy team and wider radiotherapy team were required.
Ensure all documentation relating to Brachytherapy is kept up-to-date with current guidance and legislation.
Other areas of focus depend on the staff members areas of experience and expertise as well as the needs of the department at the time, but could include pre-treatment and on-treatment imaging, EBRT treatment planning, adaptive radiotherapy and machine QA.
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About us
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.
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.
Details
Date posted
24 August 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 a year Per Annum ( Pro rata for part time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
390-CAN-SO-0977-A
Job locations
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff-on-Sea
SS0 0RY
United Kingdom
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff-on-Sea
SS0 0RY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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