Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for applications for a Band 6 within the Information and Support team at Nottingham Radiotherapy Centre.
As a Band 6 Senior I&S Therapeutic Radiographer you would be working alongside the site specialist Band 7 radiographers to provide information and support to patients and their carers before, during and after their course of radiotherapy. This may include delivering prehabilitation sessions, completing skin reaction assessments and liaising with the wider MDT and services to provide holistic support for our patients. The role will also include support of the brachytherapy and contact radiotherapy teams and the opportunity to maintain clinical competencies. As a large regional centre this will include patients undergoing a variety of treatments including paediatric radiotherapy, image guided IMRT, SABR, SRS and total body electron and photon treatments
In order to cover the service needs, the post-holder will need to be able to work flexible shifts over the working week with normal hours between 07.30 and 20.00.
Main duties of the job
1. Working alongside and assisting the Band 7 I&S/Advanced Practice Radiographers across multiple tumour sites to provide information and support to all patients and their carers before during and after a course of radiotherapy. This includes providing telephone follow-ups for these patients as required and new patient information sessions.
2. To assist with the review of digital PROMS for the radiographer led on treatment review clinics.
3. To provide assessment of on treatment skin reactions to support the treatment radiographers and provide on-going support to the patient.
4. To deal with Information and Support queries both drop in and telephone.
5. To act as a liaison with the Hotel including management of meal vouchers.
6. Review and update written and digital information for patients within the appropriate review schedule
7. Review and update the clinic documentation and documentation to support the treatment units in patient support.
8. Liaise where required with other healthcare professionals such as district nurses regarding ongoing patient care, ward staff and chemotherapy to ensure timely treatments and other AHP groups such as Dieticians and Physiotherapists as appropriate.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Details
Date posted
20 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
VC
Job locations
Nottingham City Hospital
Hucknall Road
Nottingham
NG5 1PB
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and Person specification document for a full list of duties. This list is not exhaustive
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and Person specification document for a full list of duties. This list is not exhaustive
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
* HCPC registered therapeutic radiographer
Desirable
* Advanced communication training
Experience
Essential
* Minimum of 18 months post registration experience
* Experience of using modern treatment machines
Desirable
* Experience of working within the NHS
* Completion of preceptorship period with evidence
Communication and relationship skilss
Essential
* Evidence of good verbal and written communication skills
* Demonstrates awareness of adapting communication style for individual patient needs
Desirable
* Evidence of working with wider MDT
Planning and organisational skills
Essential
* Can demonstrate effective workload management
Clinical Skills
Essential
* Demonstrates knowledge of acute radiotherapy reactions and management
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
* HCPC registered therapeutic radiographer
Desirable
* Advanced communication training
Experience
Essential
* Minimum of 18 months post registration experience
* Experience of using modern treatment machines
Desirable
* Experience of working within the NHS
* Completion of preceptorship period with evidence
Communication and relationship skilss
Essential
* Evidence of good verbal and written communication skills
* Demonstrates awareness of adapting communication style for individual patient needs
Desirable
* Evidence of working with wider MDT
Planning and organisational skills
Essential
* Can demonstrate effective workload management
Clinical Skills
Essential
* Demonstrates knowledge of acute radiotherapy reactions and management
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
Nottingham City Hospital
Hucknall Road
Nottingham
NG5 1PB
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Employer details
Employer name
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
Nottingham City Hospital
Hucknall Road
Nottingham
NG5 1PB
Employer's website
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