About this role
Job summary
Closing date: 31st July 2026
Shortlisting to take place: W/C 3rd August 2026
Interviews to commence: 17th August 2026
We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Radiographers to join our CT service at Bradford on a permanent basis.
Applications are invited from both experienced CT Radiographers and HCPC-registered Diagnostic Radiographers who wish to develop a career in CT imaging through a structured training and competency programme.
This is a Band 5 to Band 6 Training Post. Applicants who already possess the required CT competencies and experience will be appointed directly to Band 6. Applicants who do not currently possess the required CT competencies but demonstrate the aptitude and commitment to develop within CT will be appointed at Band 5 and supported through a structured training programme. Progression to Band 6 will be subject to successful completion of the agreed CT training pathway and departmental competencies.
The post involves participation in a full shift system providing a 24-hour, 7-day CT service.
CT competencies are desirable (see personal specification for full details) for direct appointment to Band 6. Applicants who do not currently hold these competencies will be appointed at Band 5 and will be required to complete an agreed CT training and competency programme before progression to Band 6.
Main duties of the job
Patient centred care Understanding medical requests Safely administering IV contrast after completing a thorough questionnaire Correct moving and handing techniques used Use of ANTT and good infection control techniques Information governance to protect patients dignity and privacy Cannulation Autonomous working Take part in non vascular intervention during night shift working ILS Radiation protection and ALARP Training and education
About us
As a department we are keen to support role extension and support post graduate study. We focus on providing an excellent level of service for our patients and offer a supportive and dynamic environment for our staff. We are pleased to provide clinical placements for undergraduate radiographers and encourage learning and development. Bradford offers some of the best schools, most competitive housing prices and is officially the youngest city in the UK, making it an excellent place to build and grow your career.
We offer staff gymnasiums on two hospital sites, a final salary pension scheme including life assurance cover and advice on childcare.
The Radiology Department at Bradford provides a comprehensive imaging service to support the wide spectrum of clinical work undertaken within the Trust. Our imaging work covers three sites, Bradford Royal Infirmary, St Luke's Hospital and Eccleshill Community Diagnostic Centre. We have a total of 4 Canon CT scanners. The successful applicant would be expected to work over a 7 day week at the 3 hospital sites dependent on service requirements, including nights and non vascular intervention cover. All major clinical specialties, with the exceptions of transplant surgery, neurosurgery and cardiac surgery are represented in the Trust.
Job description Job responsibilities
Comprehensive CT training and development programme. Structured competency-based progression pathway from Band 5 to Band 6. Support towards relevant postgraduate CT education where appropriate. Exposure to a wide range of specialist CT examinations and advanced imaging techniques. Participation in service development, audit and quality improvement initiatives. The salary and Terms & Conditions of Service for this post are subject to change in line with Agenda for Change.
For further details on this role please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification - Attached on a document.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Experienced in General Radiography
Desirable
Experience at highly specialized Masters Level experience in a wide range of general CT scanning applications Experience in the training and supervision of students at Degree and Masters level Experience in the education of others by delivering presentation/information Experience in CT Scanning Experience of working unsupervised as the sole clinical practitioner providing timely and diagnostically appropriate CT examination
Skills Essential
Broad range of highly developed communication and interpersonal skills required to deliver service effectively to all users Ability to work as part of a team and demonstrate highly developed organizational skills enabling multi-tasking, working under pressure with interruptions and an undifferentiated workload To be able to plan and prioritise patient centred/own workload effectively
Desirable
Evidence of multi-disciplinary working Evidence of supervisory/managerial experience
Qualifications Essential
BSc (Hons) Diagnostic radiography (or equivalent) State registration with HCPC
Desirable
Post Graduate(Masters level) CT qualification or equivalent College of Radiographers or other accredited IV injection course
Knowledge Essential
Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
Values Essential
We are one team We care We value people
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Duckworth Lane
Bradford
BD9 6RJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)