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Join Our Dynamic Radiotherapy Team
We are seeking experienced, forward-thinking Radiographers passionate about delivering high-quality care through leadership, expert knowledge, and evidence-based practice. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a technically advanced service impacting our local population.
About the Role You will demonstrate strong leadership, motivate and support colleagues, and drive innovation in a busy, progressive department.
About the Department Our modern Radiotherapy Department features eight Varian linear accelerators, including six TrueBeam units (two TrueBeam STX) and two Halcyon machines. We routinely deliver Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT), Image Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT), and Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT). Our services include Stereotactic Ablative Body Radiotherapy (SABR), Continuous Hyper fractionated Accelerated Radiotherapy (CHART), Deep Inspiration Breath Hold (DIBH), and Total Body Irradiation (TBI).
We welcome enthusiastic, committed individuals eager to develop professionally and contribute to a high-performing, innovative team.
Main duties of the job
Rotate through all clinical areas of the Radiotherapy Department—including treatment and pre-treatment—under the supervision of the appropriate Superintendent Radiographers.
Manage a team of radiographers, providing clear leadership, support, and guidance to ensure high standards of clinical practice.
Act as the Lead Clinical Radiographer for your designated treatment or pre treatment unit, taking responsibility for the coordination and delivery of safe and effective care.
Coordinate the clinical workload of your assigned Treatment Unit, ensuring efficient patient flow and optimal use of resources.
Serve as a key point of contact for specialist clinical advice, working collaboratively with Superintendent Radiographers to support staff and maintain best practice.
Contribute actively to the maintenance and continuous improvement of the department’s ISO 9000 Quality Management System.
Lead and participate in clinical research, audits, and the development of new radiotherapy techniques and equipment to ensure the department remains at the forefront of innovation.
Ensure that the highest technical and patient care standards are consistently maintained during both simulation and treatment procedures.
Take a proactive role in the evaluation, introduction, and implementation of new equipment, software, and advanced treatment techniques.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Please note this advertisement can be appointed as either a full time or part time opportunity.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience across the radiotherapy patient pathway
- Wide experience with equipment and techniques
- Experience with student/support worker education
- Basic IT skills
- Ability to think quickly, assess situations and make appropriate decisions
- Demonstrate the following interpersonal skills: Tolerance, sensitivity and empathy with staff and clients
- Leaderships Skills
Desirable
- Participation in orientation/training of new staff
- Experience in auditing
- Acting experience in Team Leader post
- Experience in standard setting
Further Training
Essential
- Experience with a networked record and verify system.
- Demonstrate ambition in personal development and in service development.
- Evidence of operating at an advanced level of practice.
Desirable
- Counselling skills training Teaching skills training
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrate initiative and innovation in a professional manner
- Appreciate the multi-disciplinary nature of the service
- Flexibility in working hours, A/Igiven appropriate notice
- Able to adapt skills to all areas of the department
- Respected by peers and colleagues
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- DCR(T) or BSc (Hons) Therapeutic Radiographer
- HCPC Registered Therapeutic Radiographer
Desirable
- Management qualifications/evidence of M level study
- Be willing to undertake further training
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This advert is for Team Leader Therapeutic Radiographer with Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Sheffield, North East and Yorkshire, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 pa/pro rata for part time staff. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 29 Jul 2026.
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