Job overview
Band 8A Technical and Developmental Lead Radiographer
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, Berkshire Cancer Centre, Reading and Bracknell
Full Time 37.5 Hours per week | Permanent
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Therapeutic Radiographer to join the Berkshire Cancer Centre as our Technical and Developmental Lead Radiographer.
This senior clinical leadership role will lead the introduction, implementation and evaluation of innovative radiotherapy techniques and technologies across the service. The successful candidate will work closely with Radiotherapy Managers, Clinical Oncologists, Medical Physicists, and the wider multidisciplinary team to drive technical development, service improvement and excellence in patient care.
The post holder will provide expert clinical and technical leadership, horizon scan emerging technologies, lead technique implementation projects, develop associated protocols and ensure safe adoption of new ways of working in accordance with national guidance, and departmental strategy.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious radiographer who is passionate about innovation, research and service development.
Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to arrange an informal conversation or visit to learn more about this exciting opportunity.
Interviews will be held in late August / early September 2026.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will:
- Lead the implementation of new radiotherapy techniques and technologies.
- Provide expert technical and clinical advice to multidisciplinary teams.
- Develop, review and implement policies, protocols and pathways supporting service innovation.
- Lead technical service developments aligned to departmental and national priorities.
- Horizon scan and evaluate emerging technologies and evidence-based practice.
- Maintain expert clinical practice through regular treatment delivery.
- Work collaboratively with the Radiotherapy Workforce & Education team to ensure effective implementation of technique-related training programmes.
- Lead and support audit, research and service evaluation projects.
- Present and publish innovations and research findings nationally and internationally.
- Support operational service delivery and undertake senior leadership responsibilities as required by the Radiotherapy Managers.
- Participate in on-call and flexible service provision.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
What We Can Offer:
- Relocation support for eligible candidates.
- 5% Fringe High Cost Area Supplement for staff rotations in Bracknell Clinic.
- Access to funded development opportunities, and Macmillan training grants.
- Leadership, and management development programmes.
- Coaching and mentorship opportunities.
- Opportunities to contribute to research, innovation and service transformation.
- Supportive and inclusive team culture.
- Flexible working opportunities where service needs allow.
We welcome applications from individuals who share our CARE values of being Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful and Excellent and who are committed to delivering outstanding care for patients across Berkshire and beyond.
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the job role.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration radiotherapy experience.
- Experience implementing new radiotherapy techniques and technologies.
- Demonstrable leadership experience.
- Experience supporting education, training and development of staff.
- Evidence of service development and quality improvement.
- Strong multidisciplinary working skills.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Project management experience.
- Research, publication and conference presentation experience.
- Advanced oncology practice experience.
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Therapeutic Radiography or equivalent.
- HCPC Registration as a Therapeutic Radiographer.
- Master's degree in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent postgraduate qualification.
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This advert is for Technical and Developmental Lead Radiographer with Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust in Reading; Bracknell, England. It is listed as a Band 8 Radiographer role. The advertised salary is £57,528 - £64,750 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 19 Aug 2026.
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