Job overview

**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the ‘ECT Family’ this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated East Cheshire employee who would like to upskill and progress their career by joining our Radiology Department at Macclesfield District General Hospital as an Apprentice Diagnostic Radiographer.  The successful candidates will enroll on a 3-year Apprenticeship Radiographer Degree program at Keele University in the January 2026 cohort. 

Hours per week: 37.5 

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main duties of the job

Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the job advert, job description and person specification.  

The successful candidate will be based within the Radiology Department of Macclesfield Hospital blending on-the-job learning with online and in-situ teaching at Keele University. Although the training will be based at Macclesfield Hospital, apprentices will be rostered to all East Cheshire sites and some spoke placements to gain a wide range of experience. It is therefore essential that you are able to commute to all East Cheshire sites, and Keele University for an in-situ day every 4-6 weeks. Apprentices work a 10hr shift pattern to include evenings,  nights and weekends to gain full experience of the role of a Radiographer.

Diagnostic Radiography Degree Apprentices (Level 6) will work under the supervision and guidance of a qualified Diagnostic Radiographer for the duration of their apprenticeship. They will  perform a range of diagnostic imaging procedures in line with local protocols to aid diagnosis and management of patients while developing the skills and knowledge to become registered qualified Radiographer. The post holder will work closely with multi-disciplinary team to provide care and support for service users.

Working for our organisation

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.