Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Band 5 Therapeutic Radiographer
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About the Role
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is seeking enthusiastic Band 5 Therapeutic Radiographers to join our high-performing, patient-focused radiotherapy service.
Job Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for newly qualified or early-career radiographers to begin or continue their radiotherapy career within a welcoming, supportive, and forward-thinking department. You will be supported to develop confidence, competence, and clinical skills across treatment and pre-treatment areas while delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care to our patients.
You Will Be Joining At a Transformative And Exciting Phase Of Service Development. Our Department Is At the Forefront Of Innovation, With
- Expanding the use of Surface Guided Radiotherapy (SGRT) to more body-sites
- Expanding the use of the new electronic patient record system, utilizing electronic communication with patients.
- The commissioning of a new, state-of-the-art Treatment Planning System
Responsibilities
As a Band 5 Therapeutic Radiographer, you will be fully supported through both the Trust preceptorship programme and our local radiotherapy-specific preceptorship pathway. You will be allocated a named mentor within the department to provide regular guidance, supervision, and encouragement as you consolidate your skills, build confidence, and progress in your professional development.
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- Deliver safe, accurate, and high-quality radiotherapy treatment as part of the linear accelerator team, with support and supervision appropriate to your stage of development.
- Rotate through treatment and pre-treatment areas, including RT-CT and pre-treatment data entry, developing skills across the patient pathway.
- Support the planning and delivery of radiotherapy across a range of tumour sites, working within departmental protocols and under the guidance of experienced radiographers.
- Contribute to effective patient workflow and day-to-day service delivery, escalating appropriately, and working collaboratively with the wider multi-disciplinary team.
- Work flexibly in line with service demands, including extended hours, weekends, and Bank Holidays.
- Provide consistently exceptional, patient-centred care, ensuring compassion, dignity, and professionalism at all times.
About the Team
You will join a friendly, supportive, and professional multi-disciplinary team recognized for kindness, collaboration, and excellent patient care.
Support and Development
Band 5 radiographers are supported through the Trust preceptorship programme and a local radiotherapy-specific pathway, with structured learning, regular review, protected support, and a named mentor to guide development.
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- Access to CPD and education opportunities including competency-based training, involvement in service improvement, audit, and research.
Facilities
The department is equipped with modern technology, including two matched Elekta Versa linacs, Mosaiq, Pinnacle TPS transitioning to Eclipse, Limbus AI, and a Canon Aquilion CT scanner.
Specialist Roles
Specialist roles include Support and Information, Urology, Colorectal, and Gynaecology Specialist Radiographers, with independent prescribing expertise within the team.
Innovation and Research
We have a strong culture of innovation and research, including involvement in an award-winning late effects service, a dedicated Research Radiographer within Oncology Research and Development, and active participation in clinical trials.
Future Plans
Future plans include commissioning a new Treatment Planning System and progressing towards back-to-back linear accelerator replacements.
Contact Information
For further details or informal visits, contact:
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Name: Naomi Hopkins
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Job Title: Head of Radiotherapy
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Email Address: naomi.hopkins2@nhs.net
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Telephone Number: 01803 655382
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Sarah-Jane Close, Interim Treatment Section Manager: sarah-jane.close@nhs.net
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Emma Meckiff, Pre-Treatment Manager: emma.meckiff@nhs.net
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