Job summary
Previous Applicants Need Not Apply.

The Trust are currently looking to recruit a compassionate Radiology Assistant / Support worker to join our fast-paced and friendly Radiology department.

We offer a vibrant and exciting place to work; with a professional hard-working team who are looking forward to welcoming staff to our department.

We provide a comprehensive Care Certificate Programme (which consists of both classroom and self-directed study) that will support you in achieving the competencies and skills required to deliver high-quality and safe patient care.

It is a condition of employment that all Radiology Assistant / Support Workers attend and complete the Care Certificate and achieve their competencies within 12 weeks of commencing in Post. Progression to a Band 3 is on satisfactory completion of the Care Certificate and a period of consolidated learning.

Please note the Trust are not able to offer Skilled Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold requirements. Applicants are requested to consider this when making their application. Please visit Gov.UK for further information.

Main duties of the job
As a Radiology Support Worker, you will support the Radiology department in all areas: - Plain Film X-ray, CT scan, MRI, and Ultrasound and Interventional Radiography (site dependent). Supporting the Team in the provision of a 24 / 7 service.

Your role will include preparing patients for various investigations, acting as chaperone, moving and handling, patient care and use of computers.

It is essential that you have good communication and IT skills. You must be able to demonstrate a caring and compassionate attitude in all aspects of care delivery.

You should be able to demonstrate excellent patient care, maintain confidentiality, work on your own initiative and as part of a team, and understand the importance of following Standard Operating Policies and procedures.

About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Job responsibilities
Support Radiographers, Sonographers and Radiologists by providing assistance and patient care requirements for patients undergoing examinations in the Radiology Department.

PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Maths and English Language at Level 1 or above (GCSE Grade A-E or equivalent), or equivalent health care experience.
• Willingness to complete Competency-Based Assessments and a portfolio of evidence, in order to achieve the Care Certificate and any other training related role.

Desirable

• Healthcare Certificate.

Experience
Essential

• Demonstrable experience working in a healthcare environment.
• Demonstrable experience working with IT.

Desirable

• Previous work within a Radiology setting.

Skills
Essential

• Demonstrate well developed written, verbal, listening skills.
• Demonstrate ability to work on own initiative or as a team player.
• Demonstrate willingness to work flexibly to ensure service provision.
• Ability to perform Moving and Handling tasks.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality / security.
• Show compassion, care and maintains patient's privacy and dignity.

Desirable

• Experience of Radiology Information Systems.

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: South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Sunderland Royal Hospital, Kayll Road, SUNDERLAND, Tyne and Wear, SR4 7TP, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Advanced Practitioner Radiographer, Harry McQuillan, harry.mcquillan2@nhs.net

Details
Date posted: 28 September 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 2
Salary: £25,272 to £27,476 a year, Band 2 to Band 3
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: C9155-CSAHP-0726-62-1
Job locations: Sunderland Royal Hospital, Kayll Road, SUNDERLAND, Tyne and Wear, SR4 7TP, United Kingdom

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• Discover Sunderland
• Staff Benefits
• Trust Vision and Values
• Equality Diversity and Inclusion at our Trust

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