Barts Health NHS TrustTeam Lead Therapeutic RadiographerThe closing date is 18 August 2026Job summaryBand 7 Team Lead Therapeutic Radiographer - Brachytherapy.
About Barts Cancer CentreOur Cancer Centre has an international reputation for delivering world-class care to patients with both common and rare cancers. Serving over 1.5 million people across northeast London, Essex and further afield, we provide specialist cancer services supported by cutting-edge technology and an expert multidisciplinary team.
About the Brachytherapy ServiceBased at the internationally renowned St Bartholomew's Hospital in the heart of the City of London, our brachytherapy service delivers gynaecological HDR treatment using Varian Bravos, alongside lower GI treatment using Papillon contact brachytherapy, both integrated onto the Radiotherapy ARIA network.
You'll work closely with medical, physics, nursing and theatre colleagues in a highly specialised, procedure-based environment, with genuine scope to shape technique, training and service development as the role grows.
Our CultureWe pride ourselves on a strong culture of learning, education, and support. Professional development is actively encouraged, and you'll be supported to identify and pursue opportunities that enhance your skills and career progression.
Main duties of the jobWhat you'll do- Lead the day-to-day operation of the brachytherapy service, ensuring safe and accurate treatment delivery across gynaecological and lower GI (Papillon) pathways.
- Lead/support Radiographer-led vaginal vault insertions, including training and competency assessment of other radiographers.
- Lead, supervise and mentor radiographers rotating through brachytherapy, and support recruitment, induction and competency assessment.
- Work closely with Radiotherapy Physics to verify treatment prescriptions and plans, and ensure ongoing treatment accuracy and QA compliance.
- Deputise for the Brachytherapy Operational Manager, supporting service leadership during periods of absence.
- Lead service improvement, audit and research activity, and support the adoption of new brachytherapy techniques and technologies.
- Participate in the on-call rota and bank holiday working, with flexibility to support the service during scheduled and unscheduled linac downtime.
About usBarts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
DetailsDate posted: 04 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £58,133 to £65,261 a year per annum inc
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 259-8203928SBH
Job locations: St Bartholomew's Hospital, West Smithfield, London, EC1A 7BE, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesThe full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment.
Person SpecificationEducation/QualificationsEssential- BSc (hons) in Therapeutic Radiography
- HCPC registration in Therapeutic Radiography
- Evidence of Post graduate education
- Recent clinical updates
Desirable- Education to MSc level or equivalent knowledge in an area related to role
- MSc modules including Leadership and Imaging
ExperienceEssential- Extensive post-registration experience in radiotherapy and brachytherapy;
- Significant Band 6 experience
- Experience leading teams
Desirable- Experience in a large radiotherapy centre;
- Pre-treatment experience
- First-line management experience
Knowledge and skillsEssential- Extensive brachytherapy knowledge
- Knowledge of imaging and treatment planning techniques
- Leadership skills; Excellent communication skills
- Time management
- Analytical skills
- Ability to motivate staff and manage change
Desirable- Knowledge of NHS policy and oncology service developments
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 SponsorshipApplications 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 RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Head of Radiotherapy Angela Baker, a.baker5@nhs.net
