About this role
Job summary
Join Us at the Start of an Exciting New Imaging Service
We are excited to be recruiting a number of enthusiastic and motivated Diagnostic Radiographers to join the friendly and innovative Radiology Team at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust as part of the brand new Urgent Treatment Centre service, due to open in Autumn 2026. This role offers the chance to be part of a significant new development in local healthcare from the very beginning.
Located in the beautiful cathedral city of Salisbury, our Radiology Department is known for its supportive culture, commitment to excellence and passion for developing its staff. Recent investment has transformed our imaging services, with new digital radiology systems installed across both our acute and community sites, creating a modern and dynamic environment in which to work.
As a Band 5 Radiographer, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, responsive imaging services that support rapid diagnosis and timely patient care within the Urgent Treatment Centre. You will work alongside experienced colleagues who are dedicated to providing exceptional patient experiences and supporting each other's professional development.
Main duties of the job
We are proud of our strong culture of learning and career progression. Whether you are newly qualified or looking to build on your existing experience, we offer a wide range of opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. Our department has established Radiographer-led fluoroscopy services, Reporting Radiographers, and successful in-house training pathways in Sonography, CT, Nuclear Medicine and Fluoroscopy.
Why join us?
Be part of a brand-new Urgent Treatment Centre service from its launch Work with modern digital imaging equipment in a recently redeveloped department Access excellent training and career development opportunities Join a welcoming, supportive and highly skilled multidisciplinary team Enjoy working in one of the UK's most attractive and historic cities Contribute to innovative service development and patient-centred care If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can develop professionally, make a real difference to patient care and be part of an exciting new service, we would love to hear from you.
About us
Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT) is an innovative hospital with a proud heritage and over 250 years of experience behind us. Here we're driven to deliver an outstanding experience for everyone and have been well regarded for the quality of care and treatment we continue to provide for our patients and also our staff.
We are an acute Trust, rated "Good" by the CQC, with a track record of high performance providing regional and super regional specialist services such as: Burns, Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery, Wessex Regional Genetics Laboratory, Wessex Rehabilitation, Spires Cleft Centre and the Duke of Cornwall Spinal Treatment Centre. We have about 470 beds and employ over 4000 staff.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. We think working here is pretty rewarding. You can access a range of NHS discounts, receive a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. On-site benefits include car parking (fee applies), leisure centre, day nursery and holiday play scheme.
Salisbury is an attractive place to live and work and really gives you the best of everything. With easy access to London and local airports, the city of Southampton is only a short train or car journey away or if you prefer the sea, Bournemouth is also accessible. Don't just take our word for it, why not explore what Salisbury has to offer by visiting www.experiencesalisbury.co.uk
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.
Person Specification
NHS Experience Essential
Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and pathology Awareness of statutory regulations related to Radiology
Desirable
Use of Magentus CRIS and Sectra PACs
Education, Qualifcations, Training Essential
BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography HCPC Registration
Knowledge Essential
Able to perform a wide range of plain film x-rays to a high standard including adaptive technique Able to work well within a small team, to work without supervision and also to take direction from senior colleagues Able to show reflection and subsequent improvement in techniques when involved in incidents Can demonstrate a desire to put the patient first
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 Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust
Address Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust
Odstock Road
Salisbury
SP2 8BJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.salisbury.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)