Job summary

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Therapeutic Radiographer to join our team in a forward thinking radiotherapy department at Velindre Cancer Centre.

Velindre Cancer Service consists of two radiotherapy departments, one in Cardiff and one in Abergavenny.

The location of post is at Velindre Cancer Centre, Cardiff with rotation to V@NHRU Abergavenny.

Interviews will be undertaken face to face only

Main duties of the job

To work in all areas of the radiotherapy department i.e. on treatment units (External Beam, Orthovoltage, and Brachytherapy), and in the pre-treatment area, carrying out accurate and consistent pre-treatment and treatment techniques utilising highly specialist imaging .

To help organise the workload in the various functions of the radiotherapy department and take responsibility for the training and supervising of junior radiographers, Booking Clerks, HCSW and students.

To deputise in the role of team leader in the absence of the Band 7 radiographer, as required and to be part of a large multi-disciplinary team and to be involved in the total care of patients undergoing radiotherapy.

Undertake cannulation in-order to administer contrast.

To work flexibly according to the demands of the Service, including weekends, out of hours and on-call and across more than one site.

To participate in out of hours, CHART and on-call working as required.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

At Velindre University NHS Trust, we are proud to deliver specialist services across Wales through the Velindre Cancer Centre and Welsh Blood Service, supported by our corporate teams and partnerships with NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales.

As we look to the future, we are preparing for the opening of the new Velindre Cancer Centre (nVCC) in Spring 2027--an exciting milestone that will transform cancer care for our population. Located within easy reach of the vibrant city of Cardiff and the stunning Brecon Beacons, we offer a unique working environment that combines innovation, collaboration and an excellent quality of life.

Since our formation in 1994, our dedicated workforce has remained committed to delivering the principles of prudent healthcare across a wide range of roles. We continue to play a vital role in our communities and have ambitious plans to further improve the services we provide.

Everything we do is underpinned by our Trust values. We are caring, respectful, and accountable in how we work with patients, donors, partners and each other--ensuring we deliver the highest standards of care while continuously striving to improve.

If you want to work for an organisation that makes a real difference, embraces innovation, and offers rewarding career opportunities in an inspiring setting, Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.

Details

Date posted

21 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£40,559 to £48,841 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

120-AHP174-1026

Job locations

Velindre Cancer Services

Velindre Road

Cardiff

CF14 2TL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac

Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• BSc (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma ofB.Sc. (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of College of Radiographers DCR (T) College of Radiographers DCR (T), or Post Graduate Diploma in Radiotherapy
• Registration with Health Care Professions Council
• Evidence of CPD (continuing professional development) gained through short courses or equivalent experience
• Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy
• Knowledge and understanding of current oncology issues
• Full knowledge of radiation regulations

Desirable

• Evidence of further study to Masters Level

Experience

Essential

• Significant specific knowledge and experience of radiotherapy acquired by rotating through all aspects of radiotherapy involving the whole range of highly specialised and highly complex radiotherapy equipment including linear accelerators and CT simulators.
• Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy.
• Sound practical and technical ability and experience in a wide range of pre-treatment ,immobilisation techniques and treatment techniques.

Desirable

• Quality assurance
• Audit
• Student assessment

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Organisational Skills
• Interpersonal skill
• IT skills
• Organised
• Adaptable to change
• Shows initiative/ drive
• Self-motivated
• Team worker
• Reliable and punctual
• Flexible approach to work and needs of the service

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh to Level 1
• Physically able to carry out duties of a Therapeutic Radiographer including inanimate and animate manual handling requirements
• Flexibility of working times
• Willing to work across 2/3 sites as required by role

Person Specification Qualifications and Knowledge Essential BSc (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma ofB.Sc. (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of College of Radiographers DCR (T) College of Radiographers DCR (T), or Post Graduate Diploma in Radiotherapy Registration with Health Care Professions Council Evidence of CPD (continuing professional development) gained through short courses or equivalent experience Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy Knowledge and understanding of current oncology issues Full knowledge of radiation regulations Desirable Evidence of further study to Masters Level Experience Essential Significant specific knowledge and experience of radiotherapy acquired by rotating through all aspects of radiotherapy involving the whole range of highly specialised and highly complex radiotherapy equipment including linear accelerators and CT simulators. Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy. Sound practical and technical ability and experience in a wide range of pre-treatment ,immobilisation techniques and treatment techniques. Desirable Quality assurance Audit Student assessment Skills and Attributes Essential Excellent Communication Skills Organisational Skills Interpersonal skill IT skills Organised Adaptable to change Shows initiative/ drive Self-motivated Team worker Reliable and punctual Flexible approach to work and needs of the service Desirable Ability to speak Welsh to Level 1 Physically able to carry out duties of a Therapeutic Radiographer including inanimate and animate manual handling requirements Flexibility of working times Willing to work across 2/3 sites as required by role

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).

Additional information 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

Velindre Cancer Centre

Address

Velindre Cancer Services

Velindre Road

Cardiff

CF14 2TL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://velindre.nhs.wales/velindrecc/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Velindre Cancer Centre

Address

Velindre Cancer Services

Velindre Road

Cardiff

CF14 2TL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://velindre.nhs.wales/velindrecc/ (Opens in a new tab)