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Job requirements
Essential
12 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Skills & Abilities
Excellent communication and technical skills
- Skills & Abilities
IT Skills
- Skills & Abilities
Able to teach, train, and motivate others; students, visitors or other staff
- Skills & Abilities
Able to work flexible hours/shifts and participate in the radiotherapy on-call rota & CHART with locally agreed terms and conditions
- Skills & Abilities
Attention to detail
- Skills & Abilities
Able to work for sustained periods under pressure
- Knowledge & Experience
Recent graduation or recent employment as a therapeutic radiographer
- Knowledge & Experience
Required to undertake Return to Practice training and study if out of practice for greater than 2 years
- Knowledge & Experience
Knowledge of modern radiotherapy equipment, systems and techniques
- Knowledge & Experience
Knowledge of quality assurance in radiotherapy, health & safety, IRR and IR(ME)R legislation
- Qualifications & Education
BSc in Radiotherapy or equivalent qualification
- Qualifications & Education
State Registration as a Therapeutic Radiographer with Health Professions Council
Desirable
5 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Skills & Abilities
Willing to participate in out of hours departmental activities
- Skills & Abilities
Willing to study/carry out projects. Positive attitude towards the holistic approach to patient care
- Knowledge & Experience
Recent employment in a large modern radiotherapy centre
- Knowledge & Experience
Potential to progress within the profession
- Qualifications & Education
Evidence of post-graduate training/study
Job overview
This is an exciting opportunity to begin or develop your therapeutic radiographer career at the Northern Centre for Cancer Care. We are a forward-thinking service with a programme of innovation, including MRI-based planning, Hypersight, SGRT and online adaptive solutions.
As part of our friendly and supportive team, you will contribute to the delivery of radiotherapy treatments to approximately 8,000 patients each year, across both adult and paediatric services. Using the latest Varian and Siemens technology we routinely deliver VMAT, gating, SABR, SRS, daily IGRT, SXT, TBI and TSEI.
We are committed to supporting your development with an established structured training programme rotating through pre-treatment and treatment sections, enabling you to build confidence and develop a broad range of clinical skills. There are opportunities to become involved in extended practice as your experience grows.
Newly qualified radiographers are encouraged to apply and are supported through our Trust Preceptor programme to guide you through your transition into clinical practice and build a strong foundation for your career.
- Interview Date 11 November 2026
- 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week
- You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a skilled, reliable, adaptable and trustworthy therapeutic radiographer who will complement our existing team of professionals. The postholder will have an excellent knowledge of radiotherapy, demonstrating a professional, caring and kind attitude embracing our Trust values. The postholder will:
- Work on a rotational basis as a member of the radiotherapy team in both the pre-treatment and treatment sections as required; working with the wider oncology team to support the delivery of radiotherapy procedures including pre treatment imaging, plan preparation and treatment.
- Undertake radiotherapy practice independently and professionally in accordance with all protocols and procedures, and with care and accuracy.
- Contribute to holistic patient care as part of the multi-disciplinary team, providing specialist advice and information regarding radiotherapy to patients and their carers.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To work on a rotational basis as a member of the radiographic team on a treatment machine delivering radiotherapy, or in the imaging section acquiring images and planning radiotherapy.
- To implement and deliver radiotherapy procedures including localisation, imaging, dose calculation and treatment delivery.
- To undertake radiotherapy practice independently and professionally in accordance with all protocols and procedures, and with care and accuracy.
- Contribute to holistic patient care as part of a multi-disciplinary team, providing specialist advice and information regarding radiotherapy to patients and their carers.
- To participate in student and staff training.
Why Newcastle? Newcastle combines a vibrant city with beautiful coastlines and countryside. Known for its friendly atmosphere, rich cultural scene, and affordable living, the city provides the perfect balance between career and lifestyle.
Join us and be part of a team dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in a supportive and innovative environment.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Therapeutic Radiographer with The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Radiographer role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 25 Oct 2026.
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