Job summary
If the opportunity to play a key role in developments in Treatment planning as part of a multi-disciplinary team is tempting, then this new B8A role within the dosimetrist/Healthcare Practitioner workforce at Velindre could be for you.
We are looking for an experienced Treatment Planner to take up a new post dedicated to online Adaptive Radiotherapy and to work with the other Principal Healthcare Science Practitioners within the Treatment Planning team. Velindre Cancer Service is currently undergoing a period of major investment with the satellite centre recently opened in Abergavenny, and the transition to a new building in Cardiff (Summer At completion, there will be Ethos linacs in both sites, as well as a complete refresh of imaging and software systems.
Main duties of the job
Leads on adaptive radiotherapy implementation by introducing best practice into the current workflow X
Day-to-day management of the treatment planning workflow as part of a team
The postholder develops their own skills to further advance the adaptive radiotherapy implementation
Supervises, mentors and trains less experienced staff in adaptive radiotherapy planning techniques
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1994, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to apply the key principles of value based healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
At Velindre University NHS Trust we aim to foster a culture of discovery, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We will achieve this by embedding research and innovation into everything we do, to deliver meaningful, measurable impact for our patients and communities.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
Details
Date posted
12 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£56,514 to £63,623 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
120-HS
Job locations
Velindre Cancer Centre
Velindre Road
Cardiff
CF14 2TL
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
* Degree in physical or computer science or radiography
* Post-graduate training in the field of radiotherapy to MSc level (or equivalent) including the anatomical, radiobiological and physical aspects enabling the prescription and approving of treatment plans
* Clinical Registration (as a Clinical Technologist or as HCPC Radiographer)
* Evidenced achievements in treatment planning techniques to advanced levels e.g. VMAT/IMRT
Desirable
* Incorporated Membership IPEM
* Relevant supervisory and training qualifications
* IPEM accredited MSc in Medical Physics
Experience
Essential
* Experience of planning a wide range of complex conformal treatments and advanced techniques such as IMRT and IGRT and their implementation.
* Experience of clinical use of Mould Room, Simulator, Linacs etc
* Participation in technical service developments
* Supervisory and training experience
* Attendance of Treatment Planning courses provided by other centres and radiotherapy related organisations.
Desirable
* Published papers and/or presentations
* Participation in CPD scheme
* Involvement in Linac or software or workflow commissioning
* Experience of R&D and project work and clinical trials
Skills and Attributes
Essential
* Proven communication skills both verbal and written, especially with people of other disciplines who may have a barrier to technical understanding.
* Organisational skills
* Knowledge of possible errors, and ability to spot them
* Anatomy & Physiology (especially cross-sectional images).
* Good developmental IT skills in databases, spread sheets & analysis software etc.
Desirable
* Willingness to work flexible hours
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
* Degree in physical or computer science or radiography
* Post-graduate training in the field of radiotherapy to MSc level (or equivalent) including the anatomical, radiobiological and physical aspects enabling the prescription and approving of treatment plans
* Clinical Registration (as a Clinical Technologist or as HCPC Radiographer)
* Evidenced achievements in treatment planning techniques to advanced levels e.g. VMAT/IMRT
Desirable
* Incorporated Membership IPEM
* Relevant supervisory and training qualifications
* IPEM accredited MSc in Medical Physics
Experience
Essential
* Experience of planning a wide range of complex conformal treatments and advanced techniques such as IMRT and IGRT and their implementation.
* Experience of clinical use of Mould Room, Simulator, Linacs etc
* Participation in technical service developments
* Supervisory and training experience
* Attendance of Treatment Planning courses provided by other centres and radiotherapy related organisations.
Desirable
* Published papers and/or presentations
* Participation in CPD scheme
* Involvement in Linac or software or workflow commissioning
* Experience of R&D and project work and clinical trials
Skills and Attributes
Essential
* Proven communication skills both verbal and written, especially with people of other disciplines who may have a barrier to technical understanding.
* Organisational skills
* Knowledge of possible errors, and ability to spot them
* Anatomy & Physiology (especially cross-sectional images).
* Good developmental IT skills in databases, spread sheets & analysis software etc.
Desirable
* Willingness to work flexible hours
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
Velindre Cancer Centre
Address
Velindre Cancer Centre
Velindre Road
Cardiff
CF14 2TL
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Employer details
Employer name
Velindre Cancer Centre
Address
Velindre Cancer Centre
Velindre Road
Cardiff
CF14 2TL
Employer's website
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