Therapeutic Radiographer Band 6

BHSCT Therapeutic Radiographer Band 6
Ref: 55989916

Branch: Belfast HSCT
Location: Cancer Centre BCH
Salary: Band 6 (£38,682 - £46,580)
Contract Type: Permanent
Opening date: 11/11/26
Closes: Wed, 25 November 2026 @ 4:30 PM
Interview Dates: To Be Confirmed

Notes: We accept online applications only.

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Full Job Description
Post: Senior Radiographer - Therapeutic, Band 6
Location: Radiotherapy Department, Cancer Centre, BCH
Band: 6
Reports to: Section Manager/Clinical Co-Ordinator of the appropriate area
Responsible to: Radiotherapy Services Manager

Job Summary / Main Purpose
The post-holder will provide specialist clinical care and support within a team of radiographers on any allocated treatment unit, treatment simulator or clinical area. This will involve providing clinical supervision and training for radiographers, student radiographers and radiotherapy helpers working within that team, undertaking the organisation of the daily workload within the allocated unit or area and deputising for the Team Leader when required.

The post-holder will take charge of the delivery of the radiotherapy treatment prescription and the monitoring of patient's reactions to treatment, referring to other members of the multi-professional team as required; provide timely and appropriate information and support to patients and carers; undertake localisation and verification of treatment techniques; undertake manual calculation of treatment monitor units and checking and verification of treatment data including electronic portal images; organise assessment and review clinics and liaise closely with other members of the multi-professional team. The post-holder will be expected to participate in the departmental job rotation system.

Main Duties / Responsibilities
For each of the following, the postholder will:

Clinical

• Provide specialist clinical care and support within a team of radiographers on any allocated treatment unit, simulator or clinical area ensuring high standards of radiotherapy practice are met.
• Ensure the safe and accurate delivery of radiotherapy treatments or simulator localisations and verifications and maintain accurate treatment records.
• Undertake manual calculation of treatment monitor units and checking and verification of treatment data including electronic portal images.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients continuously monitoring and assessing risk.
• Ensure that patients are cared for and supervised in the department, to provide clear and accurate treatment information, to monitor treatment toxicity and report adverse reactions. To make appropriate referral.
• Provide information and support to patients, carers and other health professions.
• Ensure the safe operation of all radiotherapy equipment and electronic record and verify systems, and immediate reporting of faults.
• Immediately report all incidents, errors and near misses.
• Ensure corrective and preventive measures are implemented effectively.

Professional

• Provide training and clinical supervision for radiographers, student radiographers and radiotherapy helpers.
• Keep up-to-date in all aspects of radiotherapy and take responsibility for your own continuous professional development, undertaking appropriate training and maintaining competence to practice.
• Develop and monitor high levels of evidence based clinical skills and competencies.
• Contribute to service development and relevant research projects.
• Work effectively as a member of a multi-professional team contributing to service and policy developments and development of new techniques.
• Be familiar with, understand and adhere to all Trust policies and procedures, departmental protocols, QA procedures, emergency procedures, local rules, Data Protection, Health & Safety policies and ensure that other staff and students within the team also comply. Comply with all relevant legislation pertaining to the use of Ionising Radiations (IRR's, IR(ME)R).
• Participate in annual Personal Contribution Programme.

Managerial

• Ensure the daily organisation of the workload is effective and makes the best use of resources.
• Involvement in the development of clinical protocols and other departmental policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in audit.
• Understand and comply with all aspects of governance relating to delivery of Radiotherapy.
• Deputise for the Team Leader when required.
• Undertake other duties appropriate to grade as required by the Radiotherapy Services Manager.

Education and Training

• The supervision and training of less experienced radiographers.
• Support and participate in the practical training of student radiographers and undertake clinical assessment.
• Ensure a multi-disciplinary approach by liaising effectively with all groups of staff providing education and training in own discipline as appropriate.
• Act as a positive role model for other radiographers and students leading by example.

General Responsibilities
Employees of the Trust are required to promote and support the mission and vision of the service for which they are responsible and:

• At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Demonstrate their commitment by their regular attendance and the efficient completion of all tasks allocated to them.
• Comply with the Trust's Smoke Free Policy.
• Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Health and Safety Policies and Statutory Regulations.
• Adhere to Equality and Good Relations duties throughout the course of their employment.
• Ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in service provision.
• Maintain high standards of personal accountability.
• Comply with the HPSS Code of Conduct.

Information Governance
All employees of Belfast Health & Social Care Trust are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their business, including patient/client, corporate and administrative records whether paper based or electronic and also including e-mails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Employees are required to be conversant and to comply with the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust policies on Information Governance including for example the ICT Security Policy, Data Protection Policy and Records Management Policy and to seek advice if in doubt.

For further information on how we use your personal data within HR, please refer to the Privacy Notice available on the HUB or Your HR.

Environmental Cleaning Strategy
The Trust's Environmental Cleaning Strategy recognises the key principle that "Cleanliness matters is everyone's responsibility, not just the cleaners". Whilst there are staff employed who are responsible for cleaning services, all Trust staff have a responsibility to ensure a clean, comfortable, safe environment for patients, clients, residents, visitors, staff and members of the general public.

Infection Prevention and Control
The Belfast Trust is committed to reducing Healthcare associated infections (HCAIs) and all staff have a part to play in making this happen. Staff must comply with all policies in relation to Infection Prevention and Control and with ongoing reduction strategies. Standard Infection Prevention and Control Precautions must be used at all times to ensure the safety of patients and staff.

This includes:

• Cleaning hands either with soap and water or a hand sanitiser at the appropriate times (WHO '5 moments');
• Using the correct '7 step' hand hygiene technique;
• Being 'bare below the elbows' when in a clinical environment;
• Following Trust policies and the Regional Infection Control Manual (found on intranet);
• Wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE);
• Ensuring correct handling and disposal of waste (including sharps) and laundry;
• Ensuring all medical devices (equipment) are decontaminated appropriately i.e. cleaned, disinfected and/or sterilised;
• Ensuring compliance with High Impact Interventions.

Values
The Belfast Trust aims to recruit staff not only with the right skills but also with the right values to ensure the delivery of excellent patient care and experience. Staff will be expected to be committed to provide safe, effective, compassionate and person centred care by:

• Treating Everyone with Dignity and Respect
• Displaying Openness and Trust
• Being Accountable
• Being Leading Edge
• Maximising Learning and Development

By embedding the above values we will make a significant contribution to the delivery of the Trust's Vision.

Personal Public Involvement
Staff members are expected to involve patients, clients, carers and the wider community where relevant, in developing, planning and delivering our services in a meaningful and effective way, as part of the Trust's ongoing commitment to Personal Public Involvement (PPI).

Clause: This job description is not meant to be definitive and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust.

Personnel Specification
Job Title / Band: Senior Radiographer - Therapeutic / Band 6
Dept / Directorate: Radiotherapy / Surgery & Specialist Services

Essential Criteria

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in a broad range of therapeutic radiography practice at band 5 level or above.
• BSc (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography (or equivalent) or DCR (T).
• HCPC Registration.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• A positive caring attitude towards patients and colleagues.
• Ability to perform effectively within a team.
• Leadership qualities.
• Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
• Must be available to participate in on-call/shift duty and to participate in weekend working as required by the service.
• Must be available for additional duties in respect of unscheduled gaps in treatment.

Desirable Criteria

• Evidence of relevant post qualification study.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• Current Full Driving Licence (where disability prohibits driving, this criteria will be waived if the applicant is able to organise suitable alternative arrangements).

Successful applicants will be required to produce documentary evidence that they are legally entitled to live and work in the United Kingdom. Where a post involves working in regulated activity with vulnerable groups, post holders will be required to register with the Independent Safeguarding Authority.