Consultant Radiographer

Job summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Consultant Breast Radiographer to join our dedicated team based at Kettering General Hospital.

We provide both NHS breast screening and symptomatic services for North Northamptonshire. Our screening population is approximately 51,000 women, with an anticipated population growth of approx 8-10% over the next 10 years.

The successful candidate will possess:

• A Master's Degree in Breast Imaging and HCPC registration
• Extensive experience in breast ultrasound, clinical examination, interventional procedures and film reading
• Proven ability to lead, teach and innovate within a multidisciplinary team environment
• A passion for patient-centred care and continuous improvement

Our unit regularly performs Contrast Enhanced Mammography (CEM) and we are working towards delivering a comprehensive CEM biopsy service. Prior experience of CEM is advantageous but not essential.

A Masters level qualification in reporting breast MRI is desirable.

Main duties of the job
This role carries significant clinical autonomy and leadership responsibility, including:

• Acting as a Responsible Assessor for the NHS Breast Screening Programme, demonstrating sound knowledge of NHSBSP QA guidelines and KPI's.
• Leading MDT discussions and presenting complex cases
• Supervising trainees and advanced practitioners
• Driving research, audit, and service development initiatives
• Contributing to strategic decisions and clinical governance
• Participation in self audit and reflection on personal image interpretation performance.

About us
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values: Compassion Respect Integrity Courageous Accountable

Details
Date posted
06 August 2026

Pay scheme
Agenda for change

Band
Band 8c

Salary
£79,504 to £91,609 a year

per annum

Contract
Permanent

Working pattern
Full-time,

Part-time,

Flexible working

Reference number
264-7938312-CSS-A

Job locations
University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Further detail of the the role can be found with the attached job description and personal specification.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Masters Degree in Breast Imaging to include image interpretation, clinical examination, breast ultrasound, interventional procedures and research.
• Certificate of competence in Mammography

Desirable

• Breast MRI reporting qualification

Knowledge
Essential

• Evidenced experience of NHSBSP reporting, with annual Performs participation and reflection
• Demonstrable knowledge of NHSBSP Quality Assurance Guidelines and key performance indicators
• Knowledge and experience of the role of Responsible Assessor
• Understanding of Right Results in delivering a breast screening service

Desirable

• Knowledge of the requirements of the Very High Risk breast screening cohort
• Knowledge of the application of CEM in breast imaging

Experience
Essential

• Experience of autonomously performing breast ultrasound and ultrasound guided biopsy
• A minimum of 2 years experience as an image reporter in breast screening
• Experience of leading 2ww clinics
• Experience of performing Magseed and wire localisations, both u/s and stereotactically guided
• Experience of audit and research pertinent to the role
• Evidence based approach to management of complex cases

Desirable

• Experience of reporting CEM
• Experience of teaching and mentoring clinical and practical skills
• Experience of leadership within the Breast MDT

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
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).

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).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address
University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website
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Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Breast Screening Programme Manager

Deborah Black

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