Job summary
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Band 5 Therapeutic Radiographer to join our progressive and patient centred Beacon Radiotherapy department. Working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will play an essential role in delivering safe, accurate and evidence based radiotherapy treatment to patients across Somerset and North Devon.

This is a rotational post, giving you the opportunity to develop experience across all radiotherapy treatment areas, including pre treatment, treatment delivery, patient review, and technical processes that support high quality cancer care.

Main duties of the job
As a Band 5 Radiographer, you will:

• Deliver radiotherapy treatments safely and in line with prescribed protocols, regulatory standards, and departmental procedures.
• Provide clear information, reassurance, and emotional support to patients and their carers throughout the radiotherapy pathway.
• Identify, assess, and manage treatmentrelated side effects, referring to other professionals where appropriate.
• Support seamless communication and smooth patient pathways between different teams and care settings.
• Participate in ontreatment reviews, patient education, and assessment clinics.
• Use radiotherapy software systems effectively to document care and support safe treatment delivery.
• Contribute to patientfocused service improvements and maintain high standards through audit and evidencebased practice.
• Assist in the training, supervision, and support of students and assistant practitioners

This is an excellent opportunity to build your radiotherapy career in a supportive department committed to high quality, patient centred care and continuous innovation. You'll work with advanced technology, gain exposure to a wide range of clinical techniques, and contribute to a service that is actively engaged in research, audit, quality improvement, and ongoing professional development.

If you are passionate about delivering high quality cancer care and want to grow your career in a collaborative, forward thinking radiotherapy team, we encourage you to apply.

About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Details
Date posted: 12 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 184-OL-PU-5569
Job locations: Musgrove Park Hospital, Musgrove Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5DA, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.

Qualifications
Essential

• Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

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 (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 Registration
Applicants 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).

Employer details
Employer name: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Musgrove Park Hospital, Musgrove Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5DA, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Hiring Manager
Danielle Gover
danielle.gover@somersetFT.nhs.uk
01823342812