Radiographer

Job details

• Job reference: 260648
• Salary: Band 5 (£34,544 - £43,039)
• Job closing date: 08/10/2026
• Job Type: Allied Health Professions
• Location: University Hospital Ayr
• Employment type: Permanent
• Hours Per Week: 36
• Job posted date: 24/09/2026
• Employer (NHS Board): NHS Ayrshire & Arran
• Department: Medical Imaging

NHS Scotland:

Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)

Position:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Radiographer within our Medical Imaging department based at University Hospital Ayr. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing service, with extended MRI and CT operating hours and increasing demand across modalities.

Hours:

A flexible approach to work and the ability to respond to the ever-changing demands on the service provided by the Medical Imaging Department is essential. Participation in the provision of a service 24/7, working out of hours, to include weekends, is required. There may be a high commitment to these duties in response to service needs. These duties will be rostered and will be worked over 7 days.

This post is offered on a permanent basis.

UK Driving Licence:

A UK driving licence is essential for this role.

What you will do:

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Band 5 Radiographer to join our dynamic Medical Imaging team at University Hospital Ayr.

As a Band 5 Radiographer, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging services, supporting both routine and urgent care pathways. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centred care. Base Hospital is University Hospital Ayr but you may be asked to work on other sites within NHS Ayrshire & Arran.

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description.

Knowledge, training and/or experience required for this post:

Applicants should have a wide range of general radiographic experience and will preferably have suitable and significant post graduate NHS experience. It is essential you have a BSc (Hons) or equivalent in Diagnostic Radiography / Imaging Services with current registration with the HCPC. The ideal candidate must demonstrate a commitment to their own development.

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification.

If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Ruth Easton, Site Superintendent Radiographer ruth.easton@aapct.scot.nhs.uk or Leigh McGrath, Deputy Site Superintendent radiographer leigh.mcgrath@aapct.scot.nhs.ukRight to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship

Please note that we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once enough applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at your earliest opportunity.

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.

It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form.

NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full-time contract and must be pro-rated for part-time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre-employment checks.

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We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.