Job summaryThis is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Therapeutic Radiographer to join a friendly and enthusiastic team in Stereotactic Radiosurgery.
To participate in the delivery of an efficient, high quality holistic service providing patient care for people undergoing Stereotactic Radiosurgery within the National Centre for Stereotactic Radiosurgery.
To be involved in all aspects of the patient journey culminating in a safe/accurate delivery of radiation treatment requiring participation in a shift rota, and evening overtime work as required.
To counsel and inform patients and relatives pre and post treatment using highly developed communication skills to patients often with barriers to understanding and communication.
To deputise for the Team Leader with respect to the clinical duties and organisation of patient throughput.
To encourage the development of staff and students by providing training, guidance and support as necessary.
Main duties of the jobTo administer and take delegated responsibility for the accurate delivery of prescribed treatment plans, requiring highly developed psychomotor skills.
To organise the patient journey throughout the Stereotactic Radiosurgery process.
Use highly developed communication skills reassure and give advice to patients throughout the treatment pathway enabling them to make informed decisions regarding their treatment/care.
Communicate sensitive/ distressing information relating to the treatment process arising from the diagnosis of pathologies of the brain and central nervous system, their carers and relatives, referring hospitals, GPs and other community care practitioners.
Supervise and participate in the development of students and support workers ensuring they comply with Trust guidelines, policies and procedures, and current legislation at all times.
Facilitate decision making by working within broadly defined protocols and use experience and clinical judgement to assess patients and technical issues ensuring the safe /accurate treatment delivery.
To monitor the operation and maintenance of the Stereotactic Gamma Knife a ensuring all appropriate checks are carried out on equipment to ensure accuracy.
Interpret, monitor and evaluate the Radiosurgery Treatment plan, data entry, and approve treatment prior to treatment commencing in accordance with Quality Protocols ad ensure treatment is delivered accurately.
About usYou will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
DetailsDate posted: 12 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
pa/pro rata for part time staff
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 190-1575-DIR
Job locations: Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Glossop Road, Sheffield, S10 2JF, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesPlease view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- DCR(T) or BSc (Hons) Therapeutic Radiographer
- HCPC Registration
Desirable- Willing to undertake further study
- Leadership Qualification
ExperienceEssential- Wide experience in radiotherapy
- Up to date skills involving treatment protocols on high energy R/T units
- Experience with student clinical education
Desirable- Experience at Senior grade
- Experience in Stereotactic Radiosurgery
- Experience with cross sectional imaging
- Experience with image verification
Further TrainingEssential- Demonstrate ambition in personal development (not necessarily on an academic basis)
Desirable- Counselling skills training
- Teaching skills training
- Neurological nursing skills
Special Skills/AptitudesEssential- Ability to communicate well at an individual, team, departmental and interdepartmental level
- Demonstrate the following interpersonal skills - tolerance, sensitivity & empathy - with staff & clients
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).
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.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 (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).Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 
