Job summary
The
Radiology Student Coordinator plays a central role in supporting the education
and development of our college and undergraduate learners within the Radiology
Department. This position ensures that all students receive a high quality,
well organised clinical placement experience by coordinating timetables,
supervising day to day activity, and acting as the primary point of contact for
learners and academic partners. Working closely with radiographers, clinical
leads, university teams, and external partners, the coordinator helps maintain
an excellent learning environment, supports student wellbeing, and contributes
to developing the future workforce.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of this role
include:
Placement coordination organising student rotas and
daily supervision.
Induction and onboarding delivering clear, well
organised introductions to the department, covering safety, policies,
expectations, and learning opportunities so students feel confident from day
one.
Educational support
ensuring students meet learning outcomes and have access to appropriate
clinical opportunities.
Liaison role
serving as the link between departments, universities, and practice educators.
Quality assurance
helping maintain high standards of training, feedback, addressing performance
issues and student experience.
Pastoral support
offering guidance, signposting, and support to students throughout their
placement. Providing mentor support.
Maintaining an inclusive
learning environment promoting a culture where students feel valued,
respected, and empowered to learn, regardless of background or experience.
The main duties of this role include:
Risk Assements - ensuring risks are assessed
and mitigations put in place as and when required including implementation of
reasonable adjustments.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.
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For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have been employed for a minimum of two years
of as a HCA Band 3 within the NHS for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Be a key link
across clinical teams, working closely with colleagues within and beyond the
Imaging Department to ensure patients receive a consistently high quality
service.
Support patients
with clarity and compassion, communicating complex instructions in a way they
can understand. Youll adapt your approach to each individuals needs,
including those who may be seriously unwell or facing distressing conditions.
Deliver high
precision imaging, safely positioning patients and equipment, adjusting
exposure parameters, and producing diagnostic images of the highest standard.
Shape and uphold
clinical excellence, contributing to the development and review of departmental
protocols. Youll take ownership of quality control within your area and act
quickly to maintain agreed standards.
Lead, support, and
inspire others, supervising junior radiographers, assistant practitioners,
radiography assistants, and students within your section.
Play an active role
in student development, organising teaching sessions, practical demonstrations,
and supporting their ongoing learning. Youll also carry out appraisals for a
small group of qualified staff.
Champion
outstanding patient care, ensuring every clinical duty is carried out to a high
professional standard.
Provide day to day
leadership, including managing workflow (flow duties) within the X ray
department to keep services running smoothly.
Work to the highest
standards of radiation protection, adhering to IRMER and promoting safe
practice at all times.
Drive service
improvement, identifying opportunities to enhance patient experience, adapting
working practices, and helping to develop and implement new policies within
your area.
Promote a
collaborative, supportive team culture, ensuring everyone contributes to
delivering a high quality service.
Manage and
prioritise your workload, validating requests and ensuring efficient use of
resources within your scope of practice.
Monitor and
maintain quality assurance, ensuring compliance with QA programmes and taking
action when standards fall short.
Respond effectively
to equipment issues, following procedures to minimise disruption and maintain
safe service delivery.
Stay current and
curious, keeping up to date with developments in Radiology and actively
engaging in CPD.
Ensure incidents
and complaints are handled appropriately, recording all issues and escalating
those that require wider management.
Lead and engage
staff in student education across the Radiology Directorate, helping to build a
strong learning culture.
Contribute to out
of hours service provision as part of the departmental rota.
Engage
proactively with the NENC Imaging Network, contributing to regional
initiatives, sharing best practice, and supporting alignment with wider
strategic goals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Be a key link
across clinical teams, working closely with colleagues within and beyond the
Imaging Department to ensure patients receive a consistently high quality
service.
Support patients
with clarity and compassion, communicating complex instructions in a way they
can understand. Youll adapt your approach to each individuals needs,
including those who may be seriously unwell or facing distressing conditions.
Deliver high
precision imaging, safely positioning patients and equipment, adjusting
exposure parameters, and producing diagnostic images of the highest standard.
Shape and uphold
clinical excellence, contributing to the development and review of departmental
protocols. Youll take ownership of quality control within your area and act
quickly to maintain agreed standards.
Lead, support, and
inspire others, supervising junior radiographers, assistant practitioners,
radiography assistants, and students within your section.
Play an active role
in student development, organising teaching sessions, practical demonstrations,
and supporting their ongoing learning. Youll also carry out appraisals for a
small group of qualified staff.
Champion
outstanding patient care, ensuring every clinical duty is carried out to a high
professional standard.
Provide day to day
leadership, including managing workflow (flow duties) within the X ray
department to keep services running smoothly.
Work to the highest
standards of radiation protection, adhering to IRMER and promoting safe
practice at all times.
Drive service
improvement, identifying opportunities to enhance patient experience, adapting
working practices, and helping to develop and implement new policies within
your area.
Promote a
collaborative, supportive team culture, ensuring everyone contributes to
delivering a high quality service.
Manage and
prioritise your workload, validating requests and ensuring efficient use of
resources within your scope of practice.
Monitor and
maintain quality assurance, ensuring compliance with QA programmes and taking
action when standards fall short.
Respond effectively
to equipment issues, following procedures to minimise disruption and maintain
safe service delivery.
Stay current and
curious, keeping up to date with developments in Radiology and actively
engaging in CPD.
Ensure incidents
and complaints are handled appropriately, recording all issues and escalating
those that require wider management.
Lead and engage
staff in student education across the Radiology Directorate, helping to build a
strong learning culture.
Contribute to out
of hours service provision as part of the departmental rota.
Engage
proactively with the NENC Imaging Network, contributing to regional
initiatives, sharing best practice, and supporting alignment with wider
strategic goals.
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Team building skills
- High Quality Radiographic skills
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- High level of competence & experience in managing people
- Leading and impelenting change experience
- Protocol and policy development
Desirable
- Knowledge of T-Level and Choices courses
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc, BSc or DCR Radiography
- 2 years post registration experience
Desirable
- Post graduate evidence of working with a variety of students
Experience
Essential
- High level of competence & experience in managing people
- Student mentorship certificate
Desirable
- Audit and benchmarking
- Leadership experience
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Team building skills
- High Quality Radiographic skills
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- High level of competence & experience in managing people
- Leading and impelenting change experience
- Protocol and policy development
Desirable
- Knowledge of T-Level and Choices courses
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc, BSc or DCR Radiography
- 2 years post registration experience
Desirable
- Post graduate evidence of working with a variety of students
Experience
Essential
- High level of competence & experience in managing people
- Student mentorship certificate
Desirable
- Audit and benchmarking
- Leadership experience
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
