Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Radiographic Aide
The closing date is 22 June 2025
Permanent / 30 hours per week - to be worked over at least 4 days per week.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join our dedicated paediatric Radiology Department.
You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide a high quality, responsive diagnostic service to children in Sheffield, South Yorkshire and the surrounding areas.
You must have excellent communication and organisation skills, commitment to CPD and a growing knowledge of Radiation Protection legislation and health and safety requirements to ensure patients receive the best possible quality care. We have many opportunities for CPD, including research, audits and specialist training and we are committed to supporting and encouraging our staff and promote quality within our department.
Main duties of the job
To participate in the provision of a high quality specialised paediatric diagnostic imaging service to the Sheffield Children's Hospital.
To provide specific skilled support to the Radiographers and Radiologists by assisting in the person-centred care and support of children and young people referred to the service.
To work independently under the supervision of a Radiographer - supporting the clinical and operational delivery of our patient service; preparation of examination rooms; interacting with, and preparing the patient prior to certain examinations; intravenous cannulation and assisting the radiologist and radiographer in all required areas.
To participate in a patient centred approach to delivery of care with emphasis on patient experience.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Person Specification
Knowledge
* Knowledge of clinical governance and its implications for services
* Understanding of data protection, confidentiality and health and safety requirements in meeting the needs of the child and family
* Ability to keep accurate and legible clinical records
* Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and within emotional or challenging situations
* An ability to adapt to a changing working environment and staffing structure.
* Clinical radiology experience
* Good understanding of the different types of examinations taking place in the x-ray department
* Counselling skills
Qualifications
* Educated to GCSE level C and above Maths and English or equivalent or appropriate NVQ 2 .
* Intravenous Cannulation
* Competence in working with RIS
* Play therapy qualification
* NVQ 3 "Diagnostic Therapeutic Support"
Experience
* Evidence of interest / experience in working in a paediatric setting
* Experience in working as part of a team.
* Experience working in a public facing environment
* Previous experience working in a NHS setting
* Previous experience working in an x-ray department.
* Previous work with children
Personal Attributes
* High level of interpersonal skills
* Ability to work independently with support
* Effective communication skills including the ability to present information, written and orally, in a clear, accessible and accurate manner
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.
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sheffield Children's Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
£24,937 to £26,598 a yearper annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
425-24-6839673-B
Job locations
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