Job Summary
Job Summary
We would like to invite you to join our friendly team at Fairfield General Hospital. The Radiology Directorate is looking to recruit a dedicated, highly motivated and enthusiastic Radiographer to join our dedicated team of highly skilled professional Radiographers at Fairfield General Hospital.
At the Northern Care Alliance, we value candidates who bring their unique personalities, skills, and experiences to the Trust. When completing your application, highlight your individual achievements and strengths, showing how they align with the requirements outlined in the job description and person specification.
You will work as part of the radiography team, providing an efficient and high quality diagnostic imaging service 24/7, while dealing with patients in a caring professional manner. Over time you will be expected to develop skills and experience in a range of areas and will be supported by senior radiographers, although immediate supervision may not always be practicable.
Main duties of the job
You will work as part of the radiography team, providing an efficient and high quality diagnostic imaging service 24/7, whilst dealing with patients in a caring professional manner. You will be expected, over time, to develop skills and experience in a range of areas and will be supported throughout this time by senior radiographers, although immediate supervision may not always be practicable.
You must have a degree or equivalent in Radiography obtained in the United Kingdom and be HCPC registered. These posts are ideal for Radiographers who wish to develop their skills in a busy hospital setting.
You must be able to commit to the current rota, working evenings, weekends and nights.
The departments offer a preceptorship scheme and an induction programme. The departments provide clinical placements for undergraduate radiographers and are committed to learning and development. Role extension is actively encouraged.
About Us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham, and Salford, to save and improve lives. We are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering high standards of care and collaborating with local authorities and partners. We value care, appreciation, and inspiration as our core values.
We offer a job role with purpose and flexibility, with opportunities for career development. A competitive benefits package includes a generous annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities, and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities.
Learn more about us in our Candidate Information Pack.
Details
Date posted 21 October 2025
Pay scheme Agenda for Change
Band Band 5
Salary £31,049 to £37,796 per annum
Contract Permanent
Working pattern Full-time, Part-time
Reference number 236-DPG-P462-25
Job locations Fairfield General Hospital, Rochdale Old Road, Bury, BL9 7TD
Job Description and Person Specification
Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, the main job duties/responsibilities, please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents. Additional information about working at the Northern Care Alliance may be found in the attached Candidate Information Pack or on our careers website.
Person Specification
Essential
* UK BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or DCR (R) or pending
* HCPC Registration
Experience
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* Experience of working within a team and independently with support
* Understanding of the principles of Radiography
Desirable
* CT experience
* Demonstrates evidence of going above and beyond
Skills & Knowledge
* Ability to present information in a clear and logical manner
* Demonstrates initiative
Other
* Ability to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities with reasonable adjustment under the Equality Act 2010
Employer details
Employer name Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Address Fairfield General Hospital, Rochdale Old Road, Bury, BL9 7TD
Employer's website https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/
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