Job summary
To work as part of a multidisciplinary team with high standards of patient care to provide a comprehensive and efficient 24hr Imaging service following policies and procedures as specified by the Radiology Directorate.

To meet the demands of a modern, busy Radiology department with excellence and leadership.

The post holder will be required to be a first line supervisor to junior and support staff.

To assist in the management and coordination of the Radiology service, ensuring it is delivered safely and effectively.

Contribute to departmental governance, quality and audit. Provide a safe and clean working environment.

Main duties of the job
Undertake radiographic examinations to departmental standards, assisting radiologists, radiographers and nurses under appropriate supervision. Ensure patient care, comfort, safety and positive identification in line with IR(ME)R.

Organise worklists to maintain service efficiency and meet clinical priorities. Adapt to changing needs and uphold national, Trust and departmental standards.

Perform IV cannulation, contrast injections and rectal cannulation for CT colonography following training and competency assessment. Assist with interventional examinations, maintaining sterility and ensuring consumables are available.

Report incidents, accidents and near misses to the line manager and through the Trust system. Support new starter inductions, ensuring equipment training is completed and documented.

Participate in appraisals and quality assurance programmes. Maintain accurate, timely clinical and departmental records.

Rotate through CT, general X-ray, fluoroscopy, theatre, ED, mobile and other areas, including weekends, bank holidays, nights and flexible shifts.

Maintain high standards of appearance, hygiene, conduct, punctuality, attendance and competence in accordance with HCPC and departmental requirements.

Perform other radiographic or related duties as directed by the Lead or Clinical Manager to ensure efficient departmental operation.

About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.

If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.

We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.

Benefits we offer to you:

• Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• NHS pension scheme membership
• Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
• NHS Staff discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
• Stockport Credit Union - for local financial advice

Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata per annum
Band: Band 6
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Contract: Permanent

Qualifications and Education

• Essential: DCR or BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography
• Essential: State Registered with HCPC
• Essential: Evidence of CPD

Knowledge and Experience

• Essential: General Radiography experience and a knowledge of current trends and Ionising Radiation Regulations
• Essential: Substantial NHS experience
• Desirable: Supervisory management of staff
• Desirable: Evidence of working in CT

Skills and Abilities

• Essential: Good interpersonal skills
• Essential: Good written and oral communication skills
• Essential: Team member
• Essential: Ability to work under pressure
• Essential: Professional attitude and approach to both staff and patients
• Essential: Enthusiasm and desire to develop and undertake new techniques and skills

Values, Behaviours and Attitudes

• Essential: To be physically fit and have a good health record
• Essential: Ability to assist in moving and handling of patients
• Essential: Willingness to undertake mandatory training
• Essential: Ability to participate in 24/7 working patterns
• Essential: Flexibility of working

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

Closing date: 17 November 2026
Reference number: 362-AHP6RADI-11-26
Contact: Ruth Hegarty, Principal CT Radiographer, ruth.hegarty@stockport.nhs.uk

Apply through our website.