About this role
Job summary
This is an 18-month fixed term contract starting on Monday 1st March 2027 and ending on Thursday 31st August 2028.
We are looking for a dedicated individual seeking an exciting career in Clinical Photography. You will be based at Glangwili General Hospital, Carmarthen, and gain exposure to many specialities such as: Dermatology/Tele-Dermoscopy, Ophthalmology, ENT, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics, Tissue Viability, and Surgery.
The successful candidate will undertake an full-time, 18 month, on the job training programme designed specifically to provide a sound knowledge and skill base to develop their career. They will be appointed under the annex 21 rules. Please see the Detailed job description and main responsibilities for further information.
As a Trainee Clinical Photographer (Band 5 Annex 21) you will be working towards gaining skills and experience to be competent in meeting the duties and responsibilities detailed in this job description. This will enable you to be eligible to apply for a qualified Band 5 Clinical Photographer position. You will undertake the Level 7 Diploma in Clinical Photography,which will require you to commit to additional hours outside of the working day to complete the qualification.
Any queries please contact Rachel Johnstone, Head of Service on 01267 283112 or email [email protected]
Main duties of the job
To work in a team of clinical photographers to produce clinical photographs / video to aid patient care, diagnosis, teaching, research, and publications. The post holder will provide a range of photographic knowledge and skills to support a variety of multidisciplinary teams, across a range of clinical specialties within the organisation.
Working in a variety of clinical environments, the post holder will use a combination of standardised and non-standardised photographic techniques.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applications will be shortlisted based on 'Annex 21' person specification: Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience, plus the Skills and Attributes. Other criteria will be assessed at interview stage.
The successful applicant will be appointed under Annex 21 rules whereby 70% of the top of Band 5 will be payable during the first year and 75% in the remaining period. Applicants would be supported to develop their qualification and competencies required to fulfil the role within 18 months.
Failure to achieve the qualification and competencies in the designated timeframe could result in implementing Workforce policies.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 07/12/2026
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge ( Annex 21)
Essential
- Possess an Honours degree or equivalent qualifications, in photography or a relevant media related subject that has a focus on photography. Alternatively, learners must have a minimum of two years' relevant professional photographic work experience.
- Evidence of background research into the medical illustration profession and NHS.
Experience ( Annex 21 )
Desirable
- Experience of work in a public/service environment.
- Experience of work in a medical photography department.
Skills and Attributes ( Annex 21 )
Essential
- Demonstrate a good level of technical skill in digital photography
- Demonstrate photographic skills in different environments including studio and on location.
- Demonstrate skills in composition and visual perception
- Show a good level of computer literacy, particularly with digital imaging software
- Demonstrate good communication skills in a variety of settings and with a range of people.
- Demonstrate ability to work as a member of a team
- Demonstrate organisational skills.
- Show a desire for further personal and professional development and qualifications.
Desirable
- Demonstrate photography skills in a range of subject matter, e.g. still-life photography and portraiture
- Demonstrate control of lighting on location and in the studio.
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address
Glangwili General Hospital
Dolgwili road
Carmarthen
SA31 2AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)