Job summary
- Main area
- Breast Screening
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 5-6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (rotational evening and weekends shifts)
- Job ref
- 209-A-26-7826568
- Employer
- East Cheshire NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Macclesfield District
- Town
- Victoria Road, Macclesfield
- Salary
- £31,049 - £46,580 per annum (Subject to Job Matching)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 06/04/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Trainee / Qualified Mammographer
NHS AfC: Band 5-6
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
Job overview
*Subject to Job Matching*
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified Mammographer or radiographer wishing to train in mammography, to join our friendly and motivated multidisciplinary team at Cheshire and Stockport Breast Screening Programme (East Cheshire, Mid Cheshire and Stockport).
Screening and symptomatic services are offered at the Macclesfield Breast Screening Centre with 3 Siemens digital mammography sets, 2 with stereo/tomosynthesis capabilities.
Mobile screening in Stockport is provided on a mobile van with Siemens digital mammography.
Travel is essential to this role, so please demonstrate how you would meet these requirements. A genuine occupational qualification applies to these posts under section 6 of the Sex Discrimination Act of 1975 and therefore they are restricted to female applicants only.
Hours per week: 37.5
Main duties of the job
To provide a high quality mammography service as part of the National Health Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) and Symptomatic Service for East Cheshire NHS Trust Breast Multidisciplinary Team.
We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Working for our organisation
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- DCR (Dynamic Chest Radiography) (R) or Bachelor of Sciences Radiography
- Society of Radiographers – Certificate of Competence in mammography or Post Graduate Certificate Mammography Principles & Practice
- HCPC (Health and Care Professional Council) Registration
- Evidence of CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
Desirable criteria
- Oncology Knowledge
- Attendance at Study Days
- Involvement with Quality Assurance
Knowledge & Skills
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of IR (Ionising Radiation) ME (Medical Exposure) R20 (regulation) and IRR17 (Ionising Radiation Regulations)
- Ability to perform high volume quality mammography to NHSBSP standards
- Act as role model or mentor
- Communication skills
- To be empathetic to all patients attending the Breast Care Centre
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload.
- Ability to work autonomously.
- Car driver/owner (driving licence)
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience and understanding of working in the NHSBSP
- Experience working in Breast symptomatic clinics
Desirable criteria
- Experience of Academic study at Post Graduate level
- Experience of working within: Breast clinics / Breast stereotactic procedures / Breast Ultrasound Clinics
Other role requirements
Essential criteria
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
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
- Shari Sale
- Job title
- Clinical Lead Radiographer
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01625 661432
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