Job summary
The NHS Breast Screening Programme in Devon is seeking a Mammography Associate Apprentice to join our Exeter team. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to combine care, compassion, and technical skill while supporting womens health across the region.
Starting in January 2026, you will receive full training, mentoring, and on-the-job experience to achieve a Level 4 Mammography qualification. You will work across both our static Exeter centre and mobile screening units, helping deliver high-quality breast images and contributing to the early detection of breast cancer.
This role is ideal for enthusiastic individuals who are committed to patient care, enjoy working in a team, and are eager to develop specialist skills in mammography. No prior healthcare experience is required, but a caring, professional, and empathetic approach is essential.
Main duties of the job
As a Mammography Associate Apprentice, you will learn both practically and academically to become a confident Mammography Associate. You will support patients throughout their screening journey, ensuring they feel comfortable, reassured, and treated with dignity and respect.
You will assist Radiographers, Nurses, and Radiologists by preparing equipment, supporting procedures, and ensuring clinics run efficiently. You will gain hands-on experience operating mammography equipment to produce high-quality images in line with NHS standards.
The role also involves travelling across Devon on mobile screening units, working flexibly across different sites, and maintaining accurate records while upholding patient confidentiality. You will receive training, supervision, and support throughout the apprenticeship, developing the skills, knowledge, and professionalism required to qualify as a Mammography Associate Practitioner.
About us
InHealth is the UKs largest specialist provider of diagnostic and healthcare solutions. Our aim is to make healthcare better for patients by working collaboratively with the NHS to deliver a range of high-quality tests, scans, assessments and procedures. In the last year, we have supported more than 5 million people in their healthcare journeys, the majority of these are NHS patients and service users.
As a people-focused organisation, our teams are integral in how we deliver our services and our values of Trust, Passion, Care and Fresh Thinking underpin everything we do, influencing the way we interact with patients, customers, and colleagues.
Our mission is to provide high-quality services within local communities to over 7 million patients by 2030. We are committed to ensuring that patients receive a positive experience, maintaining a 97% patient satisfaction rate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Mammography Associate Apprentice Exeter Kick-start your career in healthcare while making a real difference!
£24,500 starting salary, increasing to £27,000 upon qualification
Are you looking for a role where you can combine care, compassion and technical skill? Do you want to be part of a team that helps save lives every single day? If the answer is yes then this apprenticeship could be for you!
This role will start in January 2026, giving you time to complete induction and training ahead of your apprenticeship course starting in February.
At the NHS Breast Screening Programme, were proud to provide a vital service to women across Devon. As a Mammography Associate Apprentice, youll play a key part in supporting patients through their breast screening journey, working alongside a brilliant team of Radiographers, Nurses and Radiologists.
Whats in it for you?
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A Level 4 Apprenticeship qualification in Mammography with full training, mentoring and on-the-job support.
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The chance to learn specialist skills in operating mammography equipment and producing high-quality images.
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Experience across our Exeter static centre and on our mobile screening units that travel around Devon.
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The satisfaction of knowing your work directly contributes to the early detection of breast cancer and supports womens health across the region.
What youll be doing
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Learning both practically and academically to become a confident Mammography Associate.
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Supporting patients with kindness, empathy and professionalism helping them feel comfortable during their screening.
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Working with cutting-edge equipment to deliver high-quality breast images to NHS standards.
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Playing an active role in clinics, from preparing equipment to assisting in procedures and ensuring everything runs smoothly.
Who were looking for Wed love to hear from you if you are:
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A people-person who enjoys supporting others and working in a team.
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Calm, professional and empathetic especially in sensitive situations.
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A good communicator with strong attention to detail.
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Flexible and happy to work across different sites when needed.
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Educated to GCSE level (Maths & English grade 4/C or above) and have a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.
Previous healthcare experience isnt essential what matters most is your enthusiasm, willingness to learn, and commitment to providing outstanding patient care.
Location: Exeter (with travel across Devon on mobile units) Start Date: January 2026 (the apprenticeship course begins in February) Training Duration: 1218 months Qualification Gained: Level 4 Mammography Associate Apprenticeship
Ready to take the first step into a career that truly matters? Apply now and begin your journey towards becoming a qualified Mammography Associate Practitioner!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Mammography Associate Apprentice Exeter Kick-start your career in healthcare while making a real difference!
£24,500 starting salary, increasing to £27,000 upon qualification
Are you looking for a role where you can combine care, compassion and technical skill? Do you want to be part of a team that helps save lives every single day? If the answer is yes then this apprenticeship could be for you!
This role will start in January 2026, giving you time to complete induction and training ahead of your apprenticeship course starting in February.
At the NHS Breast Screening Programme, were proud to provide a vital service to women across Devon. As a Mammography Associate Apprentice, youll play a key part in supporting patients through their breast screening journey, working alongside a brilliant team of Radiographers, Nurses and Radiologists.
Whats in it for you?
-
A Level 4 Apprenticeship qualification in Mammography with full training, mentoring and on-the-job support.
-
The chance to learn specialist skills in operating mammography equipment and producing high-quality images.
-
Experience across our Exeter static centre and on our mobile screening units that travel around Devon.
-
The satisfaction of knowing your work directly contributes to the early detection of breast cancer and supports womens health across the region.
What youll be doing
-
Learning both practically and academically to become a confident Mammography Associate.
-
Supporting patients with kindness, empathy and professionalism helping them feel comfortable during their screening.
-
Working with cutting-edge equipment to deliver high-quality breast images to NHS standards.
-
Playing an active role in clinics, from preparing equipment to assisting in procedures and ensuring everything runs smoothly.
Who were looking for Wed love to hear from you if you are:
-
A people-person who enjoys supporting others and working in a team.
-
Calm, professional and empathetic especially in sensitive situations.
-
A good communicator with strong attention to detail.
-
Flexible and happy to work across different sites when needed.
-
Educated to GCSE level (Maths & English grade 4/C or above) and have a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.
Previous healthcare experience isnt essential what matters most is your enthusiasm, willingness to learn, and commitment to providing outstanding patient care.
Location: Exeter (with travel across Devon on mobile units) Start Date: January 2026 (the apprenticeship course begins in February) Training Duration: 1218 months Qualification Gained: Level 4 Mammography Associate Apprenticeship
Ready to take the first step into a career that truly matters? Apply now and begin your journey towards becoming a qualified Mammography Associate Practitioner!
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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.
