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Trainee Therapeutic Radiographer Apprentice
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Job Description
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- GCSE Grade C or 4 or equivalent for Maths, Science and English (with certification) / UCAS points: 112: From any of the qualifications as listed in the Person Specification (located at the end of the attached Job Description).
- Prior learning and experience will be considered on an individual basis.
- Experience of interacting with members of the public from a range of backgrounds in different settings is essential when applying to a health or social care course. This is so you will have an understanding of the diversity of the population who access health and social care. It is important to be able to understand and explain how your experiences relate to the activities and qualities which are required for the profession at your interview.
- Previous experience of working in a health care setting.
- Basic understanding of what Radiotherapy is and how this impacts cancer patients and their diagnosis and prognosis.
- NHS Care Values.
- Knowledge of HCPC, IRMER.
- GCSE Grade C or 4 or equivalent for Maths, Science and English (with certification) / UCAS points: 112: From any of the qualifications as listed in the Person Specification (located at the end of the attached Job Description).
- Prior learning and experience will be considered on an individual basis.
- Experience of interacting with members of the public from a range of backgrounds in different settings is essential when applying to a health or social care course. This is so you will have an understanding of the diversity of the population who access health and social care. It is important to be able to understand and explain how your experiences relate to the activities and qualities which are required for the profession at your interview.
- Previous experience of working in a health care setting.
- Basic understanding of what Radiotherapy is and how this impacts cancer patients and their diagnosis and prognosis.
- NHS Care Values.
- Knowledge of HCPC, IRMER.
Job summary
Band 3 Trainee Therapeutic Radiographer Apprentice
(BSc Hons Therapeutic Radiography Apprenticeship - University of Hertfordshire)
Are you looking to start a rewarding career in healthcare? This is a fantastic opportunity to earn a BSc (Hons) in Therapeutic Radiography from the University of Hertfordshire while gaining hands-on experience with the friendly and supportive team at the Berkshire Cancer Centre.
We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds, including:
o Recent college or sixth form leavers.o Current NHS or health and social care staff.o Existing degree holders.o Career changers looking to join the NHS.
This 3-year apprenticeship programme combines academic study with practical training at our Radiotherapy departments in Reading and Bracknell. Academic content is delivered through a blend of university-based, virtual, and on-site clinical teaching.
Programme Start Date: January 2026Interviews to be held after: 24th June 2025Closing Date for Applications: 18th June 2025
Main duties of the job
As a Trainee Therapeutic Radiographer, you will:
o Gain experience in all aspects of radiotherapy service delivery, cancer care and oncology.o Learn about patient care, treatment planning, radiation delivery, and quality assurance.o Have a minimum of 20% protected time for academic learning and development.o Support the administrative and reception duties for the radiotherapy service.o Gain the proficiency and skills required to qualify as a HCPC registered Therapeutic Radiographer.
You will be fully supported throughout your apprenticeship and beyond, with dedicated academic and clinical mentorship.
Useful Links:
University of Hertfordshire Programme Page:
BSc (Hons) Therapeutic Radiography | Courses | Uni of Herts
About us
The Berkshire Cancer Centre is a CHKS-accredited facility equipped with:
o 2 GE CT scanners.o 4 Elekta Linear Accelerators.o Superficial X-ray and high-dose Brachytherapy units.o A variety of other clinical areas and opportunities.
We offer advanced treatments including SABR, DIBH, VMAT, and Adaptive Radiotherapy, and are proud to be a Centre of Excellence for Surface Guided Radiotherapy in partnership with Vision RT.
We currently support a number of students and apprentices within our department and are committed to providing a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
Our team is passionate about education and offers excellent learning opportunities, with structured clinical supervision, mentorship, and access to a wide range of professional development resources.
Our diverse and inclusive department is dedicated to delivering high-quality care while supporting your growth and success throughout your training and beyond.
Details
Date posted
04 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,625 to £25,674 a year (B3 in training; B4 final year training; Band 5 on qualification)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
193-7165502PCG
Job locations
Royal Berkshire Hospital
London Road
Reading & Bracknell
RG1 5AN
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Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information relating to the post.
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information relating to the post.
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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.
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Berkshire Hospital
London Road
Reading & Bracknell
RG1 5AN
Employer's website
https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Berkshire Hospital
London Road
Reading & Bracknell
RG1 5AN
Employer's website
https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.
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