Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Band 5 Radiographer to join our patient centred team of friendly Radiography staff for 37.5 hours per week. Applications are welcome from third year Radiography Students who are due to qualify in Summer 2026.

Main duties of the job
As a Radiographer you will have the opportunity to work closely with a variety of stakeholders including GP's, neighbouring health boards, MIU, Dental, Midwifery and NOUS services therefore good communication skills are essential. You will be based in Brecon Community hospital and will be required to work across other sites such as Llandrindod Wells and Ystradgynlais community hospital depending on service need. We are a forward-looking department with opportunities for training and role development. Continuing professional development is actively encouraged. We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don't speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don't worry: the health board will support you with training. We welcome and encourage informal visits to our departments, please contact David Lee Team Lead Radiographer, for more information: David.Lee3@wales.nhs.uk T: 07754 453516.

About us
Powys is cited as being a wonderful place to live and work; a rural health setting where you can personally and professionally grow, where patients are at the heart of care provision. If you are an ambitious professional in search of job satisfaction, Powys is the place to be. Whatever your career aspirations, we are committed to supporting and developing you. Working in partnership, we commission and provide award-winning hospital, community, mental health and learning disability services, so our portfolio is varied and diverse. We are proud to offer patients an unrivalled level of care and range of careers for professionals who want to make a real difference. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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

• D.C.R.(R) or BSc in Diagnostic Radiography State Registered Radiographer Current HPC Registration Professional knowledge acquired through degree or due to qualify summer 2026

Essential criteria

• To be skilled in plain x-ray techniques and the use of CR, RIS and PAC's systems To be able to use computer packages and the RIS system To demonstrate a full understanding and principles of the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations IR(ME)R 2017 and amended regulations 2024 and the Ionising Radiations Regulations (IRR) 2017
• To demonstrate good verbal communication skills with different patient groups Able to undertake a wide range of general diagnostic X-ray examinations and associated administration duties Able to undertake moving and handling of patients and equipment within the service area Have a full understanding of infection prevention and control within the service area
• Demonstrate PTHB Values
• Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner

Desirable

• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.

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. 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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.