Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Bank Senior Radiographer
The closing date is 22 November 2026

Job summary
We are looking for enthusiastic and experienced Radiographers to join our bank team. Shifts will be on an ad hoc basis and based at Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital.

Our departments consist of 3 well-equipped digital x-ray rooms, 1 CR x-ray room, 3 ultrasound rooms and a brand new Bone Densitometry suite.

The department performs a wide range of X-ray examinations from a variety of referral sources including Primary Care, Musculoskeletal services and the Minor Injury Unit on-site. We provide an X-ray and Ultrasound service for the local population and Bone Densitometry scanning for a wider population within West Sussex.

As a member of the bank team you will be helping us to provide a responsive and efficient service in keeping with our Foundation Trust vision and values. You will be able to display excellent interpersonal skills with a caring patient-centred and flexible approach to work.

Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role may not be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

Main duties of the job

• a) To undertake radiographic examinations using analytical, judgemental and physical skills to achieve the appropriate high-quality image.
• b) To liaise with referrers and service users to maintain an efficient service
• c) To assist referring Emergency Nurse Practitioners in the Minor Injury Unit by employing the Red Dot Scheme for identifying abnormal appearances on x-ray images.
• d) To use the CRIS radiology information system for patient management, data collection and storage. To use PACS for data management and storage. The information on both these systems is shared with other sites.
• e) To be aware of the Trust's emergency planning processes and follow such processes as necessary in the event of a sudden unexpected incident
• f) To work with the Radiology Team Leader to ensure the day-to-day smooth running of the department including absence cover
• g) To take responsibility for Health & Safety issues and reporting within the department
• h) To undertake training as necessary in line with development of the post
• i) To participate fully in the development review (appraisal) process and undertake Continuing Professional Development as required.
• j) To participate in the out of hours radiographer rota at Uckfield Community Hospital.

About us
We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.

Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.

Why work for us?

• Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing
• Varied environments: community hospitals, patients' homes, and bases across Sussex
• Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement
• Excellent training, development, and research opportunities
• Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton
• Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks
• Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust
• Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast

Our values -- Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence -- guide everything we do.

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Details
Date posted: 11 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Bank
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 150-Radiographer-B6-TWS
Job locations: Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital, Shripney Road, Bognor, PO22 9PP, United Kingdom

Job description
Please see attached job description and person specification for more details regarding this bank role.

Person Specification
Qualifications and/or professional registration
Essential

• BSc Honours Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or DCR Diagnostic Radiography
• Current Health & Care Professions Council Registration

Desirable

• CPD to reflect interest in developments relevant to Imaging Department and expansion of the services provided

Experience
Essential

• Relevant wide post qualification experience to include general radiography and trauma and use of CR/DR systems.
• Experience of working unassisted.
• Experience leading teams within Radiology departments
• Experience supervising and teaching students and junior radiographic staff

Skills and knowledge
Essential

• Highest standard of radiographic skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work using own initiative
• Good interpersonal skills
• Current knowledge of IRMER
• IT literacy
• Experience of Digital Imaging systems

Other requirements
Essential

• Ability to work and concentrate in stressful situations

Desirable

• Flexibility of work pattern

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.

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

Employer details
Employer name: Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital, Shripney Road, Bognor, PO22 9PP, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.sussexcommunity.nhs.uk/work-with-us/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Operational Head of Service, Sharron Gasson, Sharon.gasson3@nhs.net, 07442439378

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