Job summary
- Main area
- Therapeutic Radiographer
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 190-0868-DIR
- Employer
- Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Weston Park Hospital
- Town
- Sheffield
- Salary
- £38,682 - £46,580 pa/pro rata for part time staff
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 29/09/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 09/10/2025
Employer heading

Team Leader Therapeutic Radiographer
NHS AfC: Band 6
We are committed to helping our staff balance their work and home lives and ensure they feel supported, valued and appreciated so whilst you care for our patients and clients, we’ll take care of you. We offer many different ways of helping staff including career development opportunities, flexible working, good annual leave and pension schemes , health and wellbeing packages and financial support systems. Joining the Trust also allows you access to a number of saving options via our salary sacrifice schemes and a wide range of discount opportunities with retailers and service providers.
Job overview
Main duties of the job
Rotate through all clinical areas of the Radiotherapy Department—including treatment and pre-treatment—under the supervision of the appropriate Superintendent Radiographers.
Manage a team of radiographers, providing clear leadership, support, and guidance to ensure high standards of clinical practice.
Act as the Lead Clinical Radiographer for your designated treatment or pre treatment unit, taking responsibility for the coordination and delivery of safe and effective care.
Coordinate the clinical workload of your assigned Treatment Unit, ensuring efficient patient flow and optimal use of resources.
Serve as a key point of contact for specialist clinical advice, working collaboratively with Superintendent Radiographers to support staff and maintain best practice.
Contribute actively to the maintenance and continuous improvement of the department’s ISO 9000 Quality Management System.
Lead and participate in clinical research, audits, and the development of new radiotherapy techniques and equipment to ensure the department remains at the forefront of innovation.
Ensure that the highest technical and patient care standards are consistently maintained during both simulation and treatment procedures.
Take a proactive role in the evaluation, introduction, and implementation of new equipment, software, and advanced treatment techniques.
Working for our organisation
You will be joining a Trust that values and respects all of its staff and the diverse community it serves. We are proud to be recognised as a leader in both the NHS and research sectors, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality patient care through innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
As an employer, the Trust offers a wide range of benefits, including:
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Excellent opportunities for continuing professional development (CPD) and career progression.
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A range of employee support policies designed to help you balance your personal and professional life.
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Access to staff health and wellbeing services, flexible working options, and support networks.
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A forward-thinking and inclusive working environment where your contribution is genuinely valued.
We are committed to fostering a culture of compassion, respect, and excellence—for our patients, our staff, and our community.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Please note this advertisement can be appointed as either a full time or part time opportunity.
Person specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential criteria
- DCR(T) or BSc (Hons) Therapeutic Radiographer
- HCPC Registered Therapeutic Radiographer
Desirable criteria
- Management qualifications/evidence of M level study
- Be willing to undertake further training
Experience
Essential criteria
- Significant experience across the radiotherapy patient pathway
- Wide experience with equipment and techniques
- Experience with student/support worker education
- Basic IT skills
- Ability to think quickly, assess situations and make appropriate decisions
- Demonstrate the following interpersonal skills: Tolerance, sensitivity and empathy with staff and clients
- Leaderships Skills
Desirable criteria
- Participation in orientation/training of new staff
- Experience in auditing
- Acting experience in Team Leader post
- Experience in standard setting
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
- Demonstrate initiative and innovation in a professional manner
- Appreciate the multi-disciplinary nature of the service
- Flexibility in working hours, A/Igiven appropriate notice
- Able to adapt skills to all areas of the department
- Respected by peers and colleagues
Further Training
Essential criteria
- Experience with a networked record and verify system.
- Demonstrate ambition in personal development and in service development.
- Evidence of operating at an advanced level of practice.
Desirable criteria
- Counselling skills training Teaching skills training
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Jan Johnson/Margaret Jewitt
- Job title
- Principal Radiographers
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0114 2265683
- Additional information
Karen Smith
Senior Manager Radiation Services
Email: [email protected]
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