About this role
Job summary
At Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care to our local community. Based primarily at the Queen Alexandra Hospital one of the largest and most dynamic hospitals on the South Coast, employing over 8,700 staff, we are a leading hub for healthcare excellence. We rank third in the country for clinical research, deeply embedding education, training, and innovation across our entire organisation.
Our patients come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that hiring diverse, talented people from a wide variety of backgrounds makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for delivering exceptional care for patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a welcoming home at PHU.
Our Department & Cutting-Edge Technology
We run a highly sophisticated, completely paperless department integrated via ARIA V15.6. You will have the opportunity to work across Pre-Treatment, Treatment, DXR, and Brachytherapy utilising state of the art equipment:
Treatment Delivery: Four TrueBeam 3.0 linear accelerators featuring advanced IGRT imaging (including online 4D CBCT, iCBCT, and triggered imaging).
Advanced Motion Management: 6DOF couches for Head & Neck, Upper GI, and Lung SABR, alongside abdominal compression immobilisation.
Specialised Equipment: A wide-bore Siemens GO Sim CT scanner, XstrahlOrthovoltage service, a dedicated Brachytherapy suite, and an established on treatment review service.
Main duties of the job
Band 6 - £39,959 - £48,117
Hours: 37.5 hours
Pathway 1: Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR) Specialist
This pathway is tailored for an ambitious radiographer looking to develop cutting-edge expertise within our high-precision SABR service. You will deepen both your technical and analytical skills across the entire patient pathway.
Clinical Excellence:Expand your clinical expertise in delivery and advanced pre-treatment planning/tasks specific to SABR.
Service Innovation:Actively contribute to service development, protocol design, and quality improvement frameworks; In particular support the development of adrenal and liver SABR.
EP Alignment:Build a robust clinical portfolio mapped directly against the Enhanced Practice capabilities, setting a strong foundation for future advanced roles.
Pathway 2: Skin Radiotherapy Specialist
This pathway is designed for a senior radiographer passionate about localised, high-impact care within skin radiotherapy. You will develop specialised, autonomous skills in the fastest growing clinical area.
Advanced Clinical Skills:Master complex clinical mark-ups and advanced localisation techniques specialised for skin malignancies.
Service Innovation:Lead and support quality improvement initiatives to optimise the skin radiotherapy pathway; in particular support the development of a new skin brachytherapy service.
EP Alignment:Develop specialised clinical judgement and a structured portfolio aligned with the four pillars of Enhanced Practice.
About us
Driving Excellence in SABR & Clinical Trials
Innovation is at the heart of what we do; our team actively recruits into pioneering clinical trials, including STAMPEDE 2 and POINTER-PC.
Why Choose PHU? Culture, Balance, and Progression
We don't just care for our patients; we are deeply committed to caring for and developing our staff. Our department was proudly named the Society of Radiographers Regional South East Team of the Year in 2023.
When you join us, you will benefit from:
True Work-Life Balance:Driven by our active Radiographer Staff Committee, we support genuine flexible working. We offer 7.5-hour or 9.5-hour shifts structured over 2, 3, 4, or 5 days per week to suit your lifestyle.
A Culture of Support:We feature well-established monthly clinical supervision at all levels, ensuring you always feel supported in your practice.
Investment in Your Future:We actively sponsor attendance at major national conferences and support academic postgraduate study.
Defined Career Pathways:With three Consultant Radiographers (Breast, Urology, and Palliative) and a growing workforce of Apprentice Radiographers, we have a proven track record of investing in Enhanced Practice (EP) and Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP) roles. We support your progression all the way from newly qualified graduate to Lead or Consultant Radiographer.
Job description Job responsibilities
What We Offer & How It Works
To ensure your success, this opportunity is structured to balance your current role with formal professional development:
Protected SPA Time:You will receive approximately 4 hours of Supporting Professional Activity (SPA) time per week, fully dedicated to your personal development and service improvement projects.
Structured Portfolio:Your growth will be guided by a clear, structured portfolio that defines your evolving scope of practice, milestones, and competencies.
Dual-Role Integration:You will maintain your existing job description and team alignment, seamlessly integrating your new enhanced skills into daily practice.
As a senior radiographer you will also be expected to;
Undertake radiotherapy treatment and planning, on a rotational basis, using ionising radiation to treat patients with cancer or benign disease, with both curative and palliative intent Carry out radiotherapy procedures using a variety of specialised high energy radiation equipment, operating in conjunction with radiotherapy IT systems and various imaging systems Provide supervision and support to junior staff and students in training Make confident decision-making as the most senior Radiographer in absence of a team leader To participate in the departmental shift and on-call system between the hours of 07:00-20:00, 7 days a week Be accountable for own professional actions and limitations within own scope of practice. Abide by HCPC code of conduct and maintain HCPC registrationPlease refer to the Job description for further information:
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Appropriate level of post qualification experience, working across both treatment and pre-treatment areas, using a range of modern equipment Experience of working in orthovoltage & brachytherapy is desirable Experience of a range of radiotherapy treatment techniques Previous experience of working within the NHS
Qualifications Essential
BSc Therapeutic Radiography or DCR(T) or equivalent HCPC registration to practice as a Therapeutic Radiographer Post-graduate education (or be willing to take part in Level 7 education to become Senior Enhanced Practitioner if opportunity arises)
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 Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Address Queen Alexandra Hospital
Southwick Hill Road, Cosham
PO6 3LY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)