Job Description

You will start as a Band 4, upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will transition into a Band 5 Therapeutic Radiographer.
You will participate in a 3 year BSc Radiotherapy Apprenticeship programme that combines face-to-face, work-based and online learning with teaching at University of Hertfordshire. The rest of the learning is based in the Radiotherapy department at the Charing Cross & Hammersmith Hospitals with extensive online interaction, requiring a combination of directed and independent studies alongside hands-on patient-facing clinical experience.
You will have protected time to study relevant scientific and theoretical knowledge and skills; through clinical patient-facing practice, you will develop the skills and expertise required to work in all areas of the Radiotherapy department.
When you are not training you will be working within the radiotherapy department carrying out tasks within your scope of practice and building on these as you progress.
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual interested in providing a high standard of care to patients undergoing radiotherapy. The ability to work and communicate well with people is essential. All course tuition fees associated with the degree apprenticeship will be covered by the apprenticeship levy.
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will transition into a Band 5 Therapeutic Radiographer.
This apprenticeship requires a right to work and does not attract a certificate of sponsorship.
Main duties of the job

• The Therapeutic Radiographer apprenticeship programme combines and integrates work-based and traditional academic learning. You can expect to spend up to 80% of your time on-the-job, in a productive role and at least 20% of your time learning off the job.
• Training will be completed through a combination of attending face-to-face and/or virtual sessions delivered by the Higher Education Institution, where support will be given to empower you to complete and pass the theoretical and academic components and assessments. You will also complete a range of clinical placements, observations and work-based assessments as required by the degree apprenticeship programme. These aspects will be completed within Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, where registered professionals will support you.

About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .
Details
Date posted
08 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
33,094 to 36,195 a year pa inclusive
Contract
Apprenticeship
Duration
3 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
290-SCCS-1984-A
Job locations
Trustwide
London
W6 8RF
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
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Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Eligibility & Entry requirements
Essential

• You must be able to complete the apprenticeship in the time you have available
• You must spend at least 50% of your working hours in England over the duration of the apprenticeship
• You must not be undertaking training funded through the Adult Education Budget that replicates the learning aims of the apprenticeship, that offers training that conflicts with the apprenticeship or takes place during working hours
• BTEC Level 3 extended diploma (before 2010 known as BTEC national diploma level 3) DMM in a health-related subject
• NVQ Level 3 plus one-year

Experience
Desirable

• Experience of electronic patient management systems, and treatment and image verification systems
• Experience in radiotherapy imaging techniques

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential

• Able to concentrate and keep focused with constant interruptions
• Able to manage difficult people/situations
• Good spatial and hand/eye coordination to manoeuvre machinery, patient and equipment avoiding collision and resulting in proper alignment

Desirable

• Understands the risks associated with radiation and the optimisation of patients treatments
• Knowledge and understanding of standard and non-standard complex and conformal techniques

Person Specification
Eligibility & Entry requirements
Essential

• You must be able to complete the apprenticeship in the time you have available
• You must spend at least 50% of your working hours in England over the duration of the apprenticeship
• You must not be undertaking training funded through the Adult Education Budget that replicates the learning aims of the apprenticeship, that offers training that conflicts with the apprenticeship or takes place during working hours
• BTEC Level 3 extended diploma (before 2010 known as BTEC national diploma level 3) DMM in a health-related subject
• NVQ Level 3 plus one-year

Experience
Desirable

• Experience of electronic patient management systems, and treatment and image verification systems
• Experience in radiotherapy imaging techniques

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential

• Able to concentrate and keep focused with constant interruptions
• Able to manage difficult people/situations
• Good spatial and hand/eye coordination to manoeuvre machinery, patient and equipment avoiding collision and resulting in proper alignment

Desirable

• Understands the risks associated with radiation and the optimisation of patients treatments
• Knowledge and understanding of standard and non-standard complex and conformal techniques