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Velindre Cancer Centre
Advanced Practitioner Radiographer - Head and Neck
The closing date is 17 August 2026
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Job Summary
We are offering an exciting opportunity for Advanced Practitioner - Head and Neck to join our team in a forward-thinking radiotherapy department at Velindre Cancer Service.
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Main duties of the job
The Advanced Practitioner Radiographer will be an expert practitioner in a specific part of the radiotherapy pathway, in one of the tumour site-specific clinical teams in Velindre Cancer Centre. An Advanced Practitioner will work within the pillars of Advanced Practice Framework.
The Advanced Practitioner Radiographer- Head and Neck will be responsible for:
- Managing and actively participating in the Radiographer-led Head and neck service for patients, including consent and the clinical assessment of patient's fitness for treatment.
- Contributing to enhancing service delivery and service development for a specified tumour site (as per the job plan) by implementing best and evidence-based practice across their specific area of the radiotherapy pathway.
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: 03 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 7
- Salary: £50,129 to £57,365 a year per annum pro rata
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: 120-AHP167-0826
- Job locations: Velindre Cancer Service, Whitchurch Road, Cardiff, CF14 2TL, United Kingdom
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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
Essential
Qualifications/ and or knowledge
- B.Sc. (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography or Diploma of College of Radiographers DCR (T)
- Registration with Health Professions Council
- Expert Practice MSc module or equivalent in specific area
- Working at Masters level or equivalent
- 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
- Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification
Experience
- Knowledge and understanding of principles and concepts underpinning applications and techniques used in radiotherapy
- Sound practical ability
Aptitudes and Abilities
- Technically sound
- Excellent communication skills
- Organisational skills
- Interpersonal skill
- IT skills
- Organised
- Reliable and punctual
- Flexible approach to work and needs of the service
- Adaptable to change
- Shows initiative/drive
- Self-motivated
Values
- Excellence in Patient care
- Adhere to Trust values
Other
- Flexibility of working times
- Willing to work across 2/3 sites as required by role
- An understanding that work may be required to cover: Emergency and on-call treatments/Routine working during evenings and weekends
Desirable
Qualifications/ and or knowledge
- Evidence of further study to Masters Level
- Consent MSc Module or equivalent.
- Leadership or management studies/qualification
Experience
- Experience in consent in radiotherapy
- Audit
- Quality assurance
- Experience in Head and neck on-treatment review
- Experience in Non-Medical Prescribing for a relevant site
Aptitudes and Abilities
- Supervisory skills - MDT, radiographers, and students
- Mentoring skills
- Ability to speak Welsh to level 1
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.
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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 Service
Whitchurch Road
Cardiff
CF14 2TL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://velindre.nhs.wales/velindrecc/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For Questions About The Job, Contact:
Deputy Radiotherapy Services Manager
Samantha Allen
02920615888
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