# Band 8 Radiographer Jobs in the NHS

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## Live Market Snapshot

- **Live vacancies:** 15
- **NHS employers:** 13
- **New vacancies this week:** 7
- **Filter scope:** Scoped to Band 8 and Radiographer.
- **Observed salary range:** GBP 57,528 to GBP 91,609

## Role Summary

NHS radiographer posts split into two distinct professions: diagnostic radiographers who produce and interpret medical images (X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound), and therapeutic radiographers who plan and deliver radiotherapy for cancer patients. Both start at Band 5 for newly qualified roles and can progress to advanced practitioner or reporting roles, but they require separate degree programmes and different clinical pathways.

## Typical Responsibilities

- Radiation protection and dose optimisation for patients and staff
- IV cannulation and contrast media administration
- Image interpretation and preliminary clinical evaluation (for reporting roles)
- CT, MRI, or ultrasound subspecialty work (for specialist posts)
- Radiotherapy treatment planning and delivery (therapeutic radiography)
- Supervising assistant practitioners and students on placement
- Equipment quality assurance and fault escalation

## Typical Requirements

- HCPC registration as a diagnostic or therapeutic radiographer
- IV cannulation competency (essential for most diagnostic posts)
- Postgraduate reporting qualification (for advanced/reporting roles)
- SoR membership (recommended but not essential)

## Employers Hiring

- Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust (2 jobs)
- Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust (2 jobs)
- Croydon Health Services NHS Trust (1 jobs)
- East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust (1 jobs)
- East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust (1 jobs)
- London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (1 jobs)
- Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust (1 jobs)
- South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust (1 jobs)

## Locations Hiring

- London, London (3 jobs)
- Carshalton, London (2 jobs)
- Eastbourne, South East (1 jobs)
- Southampton, South East (1 jobs)
- Bath, South West (1 jobs)
- West Bromwich, Midlands (1 jobs)
- Warwick, Midlands (1 jobs)
- Stoke-on-Trent, Midlands (1 jobs)
- Birmingham, Midlands (1 jobs)
- Smethwick, Midlands (1 jobs)
- Chertsey, South East (1 jobs)
- Northwood, East of England (1 jobs)

## Grade Context

Band 8 covers four sub-bands (8a through 8d) ranging from experienced specialists and small team leads to heads of department and associate directors. Applications at this level need a clear track record of impact: service improvement, governance, budget management, or advanced clinical expertise. Salary guidance: £57,528 - £108,814.

## Grade Requirements

Professional registration and advanced qualifications

Extensive experience in specialist area

Proven leadership and management track record

Master's degree or equivalent (often required)

Strategic thinking and service development experience

## FAQs

### What is the salary for NHS Band 8 roles?

NHS Band 8 is divided into sub-bands under the 2026/27 pay scale: 8a (£57,528-£64,750), 8b (£66,582-£77,368), 8c (£79,504-£91,609), and 8d (£94,356-£108,814). The wide range reflects the span from experienced specialist to associate director level.

### What jobs are available at NHS Band 8?

Band 8 roles include matrons, consultant practitioners, service managers, heads of department, associate directors, and specialist leads. These are the most senior clinical and managerial positions.

### What is the difference between Band 8a, 8b, 8c, and 8d?

Band 8a includes experienced specialists and small team leads. 8b covers larger team/service leads. 8c includes heads of department and senior specialists. 8d covers associate directors and most senior clinical roles.

### What is the difference between diagnostic and therapeutic radiographers?

Diagnostic radiographers use imaging technologies (X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound) to help diagnose diseases. Therapeutic radiographers use radiation to treat cancer patients, planning and delivering radiotherapy treatments.

### What qualifications do I need to work as an NHS radiographer?

You need a degree in diagnostic or therapeutic radiography approved by the HCPC and HCPC registration. Most NHS radiography roles start at Band 5 for newly qualified practitioners.

### How much do NHS radiographers earn?

Under the 2026/27 pay scale, NHS radiographers start at Band 5 (approximately £32,000-£39,000), with advanced practitioners at Band 6-7 (£40,000-£57,000), and consultant radiographers at Band 8 (£58,000+).

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