Job summary
- Main area
- Radiology - Main X-Ray
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- 12 months (Fixed term - 12 months only. Contract will end when substantive postholder returns from maternity leave.)
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 193-8299347UCGB6-SDR
- Employer
- Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust; Diagnostic - Radiology - Main X-ray
- Town
- Reading
- Salary
- £39,959 - £48,117 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 15/10/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Senior Diagnostic Radiographer - Fixed Term 12 months
NHS AfC: Band 6
At the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust we put our patients at the heart of every element of health and care that we provide. The Trust works together as a community to deliver its vision which is “Working together to provide outstanding care for our community.”
Royal Berkshire Hospital are pleased to announce that following our CQC inspection we have been rated ‘Good’ with inspectors reporting that we have made significant improvements. The Trust’s overall rating has also improved to ‘good’.
We are Compassionate in our thoughts, words and actions
We are Aspirational and have a true desire to be dynamic and to innovate
We are Resourceful and responsible in the way we work and live
We are Excellent in our development, fairness and sharing best practice
At the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, we value candidates who bring their unique personalities, skills, and experiences to the Trust. When completing your application, we encourage you to highlight your individual achievements and strengths, showing us how they align with the requirements outlined in the job description and person specification. While we recognise that some applicants may use AI tools during the process, please be mindful that AI-generated responses can often lack the personal detail and relevance needed to demonstrate your suitability for the role. AI generated content is discouraged by the Trust and may diminish the candidates chances of success.
Amazing things happen at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust; delivered by amazing people so why don’t you come and join us. We offer a range of learning and development for all employees may you be clinical or non-clinical.
Please note: all vacancies automatically close when 50 applications have been received.
Job overview
We are seeking an experienced Radiographer to join our Plain Film imaging team for a 12 months' only fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. Employment contract will end when the substantive postholder returns from maternity leave.
In this role, the Radiographer will be working throughout the Plain Film department rotating through a range of specialties including the emergency department, orthopaedics, pain and endoscopy unit, outpatients and mobiles, surgical theatres, and also our spoke sites in Henley and Bracknell.
As a progressive teaching department for radiographers we have established links to universities and actively encourage CPD and role extension.
This 12 month fixed term Plain Film/General Band 6 Senior Radiographer post requires:
- HCPC registration
- Minimum of 18 months’ post qualification clinical experience and demonstrable knowledge at interview.
- Prior NHS experience either through clinical placement training or previous employment
- Face-to-face interviews will be held in Reading. We are unable to offer remote interviews.
Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our person specification and role requirements will be shortlisted for interview.
Please note: All applicants must have prior NHS experience either through training or previous employment and currently reside in the UK.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date.
Main duties of the job
Applicants must demonstrate clinical skills competence and robust knowledge of radiographic anatomy and relevant pathology, alongside excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. They must be able to work both autonomously and within multi-disciplinary teams, show flexibility to work at satellite spoke sites, actively mentor radiography students and apprentices, and participate in the out-of-hours rota as part of our seven-day service delivery which includes evening, night, weekend, and bank holiday shifts.
Senior Radiographers additionally must demonstrate the ability to make independent decisions, assess clinical situations and act appropriately, display leadership behaviours, and provide mentorship to junior Radiographers.
This is a Plain Film role without CT rotation.
Applicants must hold HCPC registration and have prior NHS experience either through clinical placement training or previous employment. Applicants must have a minimum of 18 months’ post qualification clinical experience.
All interviews will be held face-to-face at the Royal Berkshire Hospital in Reading. This gives candidates the opportunity to see our hospital, tour the Plain Film department, meet some of our Radiographers, and explore the town of Reading.
Working for our organisation
Diversity makes us interesting… Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.
Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.
If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.
Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder will act as a State Registered Radiographer and will participate in the provision of multi-modality imaging services to a diversity of patient presentations in a range of clinical environments.
The post holder will provide an excellent standard of radiographic imaging, technique, and patient positioning to deliver a high quality of patient care.
They will work to a consistently high standard and ensure radiation doses are kept to a minimum using the ALARP principle and dose reduction factors.
The post holder will assess and justify referrals under IRR17, IR(ME)R 2017, following practitioner guidelines. Includes the assessment of complex and/or acute cases.
They will make autonomous decisions regarding the appropriateness of examinations as an aid to clinical diagnosis.
They will follow established examination protocols and liaise, as required, with Consultant Radiologists regarding optimum technique.
The post holder will possess specialist knowledge and experience as appropriate to grade, and be able to function as a role model and will participate in the supervision, training and support of more junior staff.
They will exercise autonomy within professional and managerial boundaries and be responsible for the prioritisation and organisation of own work activities in response to clinical and service needs.
The post holder will use Electronic Patient Records (EPR) and the Radiology Information System (RIS) for patient registration, ordering and scheduling. They will be responsible for ensuring accurate patient records, including radiation dose and exposure factors.
They will use the Picture Archive & Communication System (PACS) to ensure optimum image quality.
They will participate in the Quality Assurance equipment testing programme.
The post is based primarily in the Radiology Department of the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust in Reading, with rotation to satellite units at West Berkshire Community Hospital in Thatcham, Townlands Memorial Hospital in Henley, and the Royal Berkshire Bracknell Healthspace in Bracknell.
The post holder will participate in the provision of 24/7 services; to include weekend and evening working.
Services are provided to hospital clinicians, general practitioners and other healthcare professionals including physiotherapists. The post holder will be required to liaise effectively with these referrers, patients, and their representatives.
Person specification
Education, Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registration with the Health & Care Professions Council
- BSc Degree in Radiography, DCR(R), or equivalent radiographic qualification
Desirable criteria
- Post Graduate Certificate or Diploma, or equivalent postgraduate experience
- Evidence of current Continuing Professional Development, excluding mandatory and statutory training
Experience
Essential criteria
- Clinical experience in the NHS, either through NHS clinical placement training or previous NHS employment
- Minimum 18 months of clinical experience
- Staff and/or student supervision
Desirable criteria
- Line management
Communication
Essential criteria
- Excellent written communication skills
Skills and Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of radiographic anatomy and relevant pathology
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
- Knowledge of Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposures) Regulations and justification of referrals
Desirable criteria
- Demonstrates excellent attention to detail
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Ellen Jones
- Job title
- Lead Radiographer, Plain Film
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0118 322 5264
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