University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Apprentice Therapeutic Radiographer
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We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for colleagues to train as a therapeutic radiographer at the Royal Derby Hospital.
The Role of a Therapeutic Radiographer
The role of a therapeutic radiographer involves accurately localising, planning, and delivering ionising radiation using state-of-the-art technology. Therapeutic radiographers work in a multi-disciplinary team where they play a vital role in treating people with cancer.
Facilities
The Radiotherapy department at Royal Derby Hospital is equipped with three Varian TrueBeam linear accelerators, two of which use AlignRT for surface guided setups, a Varian Halcyon, HDR brachytherapy, and a superficial unit. Pre-treatment equipment includes Philips Big Bore CT and Eclipse Treatment Planning system.
Training Program
You will participate in a three-year BSc Radiotherapy Apprenticeship programme that combines face-to-face, work-based, and online learning with some teaching at University of Hertfordshire.
The rest of the learning is based in the Radiotherapy department at the Royal Derby Hospital with extensive online interaction, requiring a combination of directed and independent studies alongside hands-on patient-facing clinical experience.
During the training period, you will have protected time to study relevant scientific and theoretical knowledge and skills; and through clinical patient-facing practice, you will develop the skills and expertise required to work in all areas of the Radiotherapy department.
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You will be required to work a variety of shifts between the hours of 07:00 and 20:00 in order to achieve this and you may also be provided with the opportunity to attend other clinical areas as part of your off-the-job training to further complement your knowledge of the patient pathway.
Requirements
We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals interested in providing a high standard of care to patients undergoing radiotherapy. The ability to work and communicate well with people is essential.
Remuneration
All course tuition fees and expenses associated with completion of the degree apprenticeship will be met by the Radiotherapy Department. During the 3-year training program, you will be paid NHS Band 5 Annex 21 pay scale.
- Year 1 (65% of Band 5)
- Year 2 (70% of Band 5)
- Year 3 (75% of Band 5)
On successful completion of the training, you will gain a BSc (Hons) in Radiotherapy and will have the ability to apply for a post as a registered therapeutic radiographer (NHS AFC Band 5 pay scale).
Application Deadlines
- Closing date of applications: 22 September 2026
- Interview date: 6 October 2026
About Us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people, and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness, and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
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What We Offer
- Development opportunities, including both professional and leadership development
- On-going support through every step of the way from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
- A variety of other staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Key Facts About Our Trust
- We see on average 4810 OP appointments per day.
- We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England – an average of 2077 per week.
- An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day – 3rd largest in the country.
- Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
- Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
- We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
- We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Lindsay Sparks
- Job title: Practice Educator - Radiotherapy Apprenticeships
- Email address: lindsay.sparks@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 01332 783802
Steffan Armstrong - Training & Development Superintendent
- Email: steffan.armstrong@nhs.net
- Telephone: 01332 787706
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