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Job requirements
Essential
32 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Training
Attainment of postgraduate competence as outlined in LTHT Radiography Competency Framework or equivalent competency based link grade agreement
- Training
Commitment to undergo all training requirements of the post.
- Training
Expand upon core knowledge using Evidence Based Practice (EBP)
- Training
Evidence of ongoing CPD to satisfy HCPC requirements
- Training
Mandatory training in CPR, fire safety and moving and handling.
- Behaviours
Effective interpersonal skills & communication skills, with both staff and patients. This is of great importance when expanding the patients' history with the use of focused questioning through discussion.
- Behaviours
Professional attitude and appearance
- Behaviours
Punctuality
- Behaviours
High standards in hygiene, manner, attendance and competence at all times.
- Behaviours
Maintenance of a safe working environment, following trust and national policies and procedures, and involvement in audit and quality assurance programmes
- Behaviours
Motivated team worker with ability to delegate tasks to junior staff and radiography helpers/assistants, thus demonstrating leadership qualities and responsibilities.
- Behaviours
Demonstrates and expands upon leadership qualities
- Behaviours
Responsible and accountable for patient safety
- Behaviours
Frequent prolonged intense concentration with frequent interruptions.
- Qualifications
BSc (or equivalent) in Diagnostic Radiography
- Qualifications
Diploma of the College in Radiographers (Diagnostic)
- Qualifications
State Registration (HPC)
- Practical Skills
High level of manual dexterity required for operating expensive and sophisticated x-ray, Nuclear medicine and MRI equipment for image interpretation and manipulation, as well as equipment movement
- Practical Skills
Advanced computer skills essential
- Practical Skills
Ability to work under pressure whilst producing high quality diagnostic images and providing a high quality of patient care
- Practical Skills
Communication skills enabling the radiographer to work with varying patients with different needs
- Practical Skills
Element of delegation to junior staff, enabling the effective running of the radiology department
- Other Requirements
Ability to wear radiation monitoring device.
- Other Requirements
Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post, including clearance on blood borne viruses in compliance with Trust Policy
- Special Knowledge including experience
Substantial post graduate experience, working as a radiographer (or willing to work towards a training programme under annex 21)
- Special Knowledge including experience
Departmental/Trust policies and procedures i.e. X-ray protocols, Infection Control, Moving and Handling
- Special Knowledge including experience
National Policies i.e. IR(ME)R (2000), IRR (1999), Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), RIDDOR, COSHH
- Special Knowledge including experience
Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of a wide range of general and specialised radiography e.g. through academic study at post graduate study or equivalent. (or willing to work towards a training programme under annex 21)
- Special Knowledge including experience
Knowledge of radiographic equipment and its use in different clinical environments, including specialist areas.
- Special Knowledge including experience
Knowledge of current trends in radiographic practice and health care
- Special Knowledge including experience
Knowledge of patient diversity and how to modify radiographic technique
- Special Knowledge including experience
Knowledge of pathologies which may affect patient management, and radiographic technique
Desirable
6 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Training
Attendance at professional lectures, study days and workshops
- Behaviours
Commitment for career progression
- Behaviours
Some managerial skills
- Qualifications
Attendance at further courses such as IV cannulation, Student Assessment, Red Dot etc
- Qualifications
Commitment to undergo academic study i.e. post graduate study or equivalent
- Special Knowledge including experience
Specialist experience
Job summary
The opportunity has arisen for a radiographer to join our ever expanding, friendly CT Team. Previous CT experience is preferable; however, candidates who meet the other minimum essential criteria (qualifications) will be considered and will be supported through a training program under annex 21 of the AfC terms and conditions. The successful candidate will need to be an enthusiastic, highly motivated, hardworking, team player who is committed to flexible working. This post offers a fantastic opportunity to gain experience participating in a wide range of examinations which could including Trauma, Cardiac, Colonography and Interventional oncology.
Main duties of the job
The CT service will be delivered across 3 sites; Leeds General Infirmary (LGI), St James and Seacroft Hospital (SCH) due to the recent development of a Community Diagnostic Centre. The CT fleet consists of both Siemens and GE scanners, boasting a top of the range, Siemens Force. We are a busy unit undertaking over 75,000 examinations per year. The successful applicant/s will be expected to assess, authorise, and undertake a wide range of CT examinations; working closely with multi-disciplinary teams and service users to acquire diagnostic images with the lowest radiation dose practicable to promote treatment and guide ongoing care. As a Band 6 Radiographer, you will be required to work autonomously and support the specialist training of students and apprentices. There will be a commitment to a shift system to cover the 24/7 workload.
About us
The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.
Details
- Date posted: 20 September 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 6
- Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
- Reference number: 002182
- Job locations: Cross Site, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS9 7TF, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
For questions about this job, contact:
Name: Liam Craddock Position: CT Team Manager Email: liam.craddock@nhs.net Shortlisting Date: 08/10/2026 Interview Date: 22/10/2026
Job Summary
The opportunity has arisen for a radiographer to join our ever expanding, friendly CT Team.
Previous CT experience is preferable; however, candidates who meet the other minimum essential criteria (qualifications) will be considered and will be supported through a training program under annex 21 of the AfC terms and conditions.
The successful candidate will need to be an enthusiastic, highly motivated, hardworking, team player who is committed to flexible working. This post offers a fantastic opportunity to gain experience participating in a wide range of examinations which could including Trauma, Cardiac, Colonography and Interventional oncology.
Why you should join our Team
LTHT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in the UK, employing >20000 people. Our ‘Leeds Way’ values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues, and the wider community.
As an employer, we always look after our people too. As part of your role with us here in Leeds you’ll enjoy significant investment in your professional development and personal development via training and career progression opportunities plus excellent rewards and benefits to ensure your NHS career in Leeds suits your aspirations and lifestyle perfectly.
The LGI is located within easy walking distance of the city train station, with a staff shuttle service in operation from the train station to St James Hospital. There are some excellent schools/nurseries within the area and a good selection of areas to live.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.
What you will bring to the role
The CT service will be delivered across 3 sites; Leeds General Infirmary (LGI), St James’ and Seacroft Hospital (SCH) due to the recent development of a Community Diagnostic Centre.
The CT fleet consists of both Siemens and GE scanners, boasting a top of the range, Siemens Force.
We are a busy unit undertaking over 75,000 examinations per year. The successful applicant/s will be expected to assess, authorise, and undertake a wide range of CT examinations; working closely with multi-disciplinary teams and service users to acquire diagnostic images with the lowest radiation dose practicable to promote treatment and guide ongoing care.
As a Band 6 Radiographer, you will be required to work autonomously and support the specialist training of students and apprentices. There will be a commitment to a shift system to cover the 24/7 workload.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Our Trust values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are….
Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind
Our Trust priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time
Our priorities:
People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
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This advert is for CT Radiographer - Diagnostic with Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Leeds, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Radiographer role. The advertised salary is £39,959 to £48,117 a year. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 04 Oct 2026.
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