Overview
Beds & Herts Breast Screening Services are looking to recruit Qualified Mammographers to join our friendly team. We would also consider applications from qualified radiographers who have an interest in mammography and would be keen to work towards a post graduate qualification. The Beds & Herts Breast Screening Service is one of the largest in the country and provides breast screening and assessment services to women living across Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire. Screening is supported by five mobile units. Assessment and symptomatic breast clinics are held in our modern, purpose built unit (BSU). The BSU is situated adjacent to the Luton and Dunstable Hospital near the M1, with easy access to main and local rail networks and Luton Airport.
There are opportunities for role progression as part of our service development plan. We currently have 9 Mammographers working in advanced practice including a consultant radiographer. This role attracts a recruitment and retention premium of 5% of salary per annum, subject to annual review. We offer the chance to join a great team, aiming to provide the best service to our women.
Note: This post has a GOQ under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 Section 7 (2) and is therefore restricted to female applicants only. Previous applicants need not reapply.
Main duties
JOB SUMMARY: To participate in the radiographic operation of the assessment centre, mobile units and symptomatic clinics in accordance with the agreed operational policies of the Breast Screening Services and the National Health Service Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP).
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a population of around 700,000 across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas, with two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both sites offer A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. The Trust is committed to staff health and wellbeing, and provides high quality training and development to help you grow your career. We strive to deliver the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Our values: We recruit based on qualifications and experience and on behaviours that underpin our core values. We use values-based recruitment and are committed to equality, diversity and an inclusive culture.
Details
Date posted: 10 October 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change | Band 6 | Salary: Depending on experience per annum | Contract: Permanent | Working pattern: Full-time
Location: Beds and Herts Breast Screening Centre, Lewsey Road, Luton, LU4 0EY
Job responsibilities
Please see the job description and person specification provided. If further information is required, please speak to our contact on advert.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Essential: qualification and HCPC registration
* Desirable: Breast screening experience
Relevant experience
* Essential: Recent NHS experience
* Desirable: Recent breast screening experience
Knowledge
* Essential: Understanding of role
* Desirable: Ability to undertake role, driving licence
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and requires a DBS check.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For information see NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Employer: Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Beds and Herts Breast Screening Centre, Lewsey Road, Luton, LU4 0EY
Employer's website: https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/
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