Radiotherapy Practitioner Apprentice
Leeds Teaching Hospitals · Radiographer · viaNHS Jobs
£32073.00 to £39043.00
- Closing date
- 4 Nov 2026
- Posted
- 1d ago
- Specialism
- Radiographer
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Reference
- nhs-5677580
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Job summary
As a Therapeutic Radiographer Apprentice you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing Radiotherapy Treatment & Patient Support, in line with Trust and departmental policies and procedures, to patients undergoing treatment for cancer.
Main duties of the job
Successful candidates will be expected to undertake the Therapeutic Radiographer Apprenticeship programme. This is a three year training programme encompassing theory and practical experience working towards a bachelors degree in Therapeutic Radiography.
Your role will include:
- Working supernumerary whilst in the department, under the supervision of a registered practitioner
- Participating and attending all lectures and meetings as required of the degree course at the Higher Education Institute (HEI) or local departmental training.
- Ensuring all assignments are completed to the required level and in a timely manner.
- Completing the competency based training providing evidence in the required portfolio/degree modules.
- Acting as peer support in years 2 and 3 to new apprentices commencing their programmes
- Managing your own time efficiently, ensuring all clinical and academic needs/ requirements are met.
About us
The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.
Details
Date posted
21 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
Contract
Apprenticeship
Duration
3 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
002386
Job locations
St James’s University Hospital
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS9 7TF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For questions about this job, contact:
Name: Sarah Hind
Position: Radiotherapy Education & Workforce Lead
Email: Sarah.hind2@nhs.net
Shortlisting Date: Tuesday 24th November 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday 8th and Wednesday 9th December 2026
Please Note: All salaries listed reflect the pay for full time roles. Any part time roles will be pro rata. Apprentices will be paid on Annex 21 which is a percentage of the B5 wage that increases with each year of training.
Why you should join our Team
The Radiotherapy department located at St James Hospital Leeds is the biggest single site Radiotherapy centre in the UK. We are a dynamic department that offers innovative and progressive radiotherapy treatment using Linear accelerators, CT Sim, MRSim, Gamma Knife and Brachytherapy. . We are a busy, fast-paced department treating approximately 350 patients per day from a diverse population across West Yorkshire.
What you will bring to the role
- High standards of technical practice and patient care
- A patient centered approach
- Excellent communication skills
- A commitment to team working and creating good interpersonal relationships
- A positive working attitude
Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Our Trust values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are.
Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind
Our Trust priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time
Our priorities:
People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes
Sponsorship Eligibility
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
Job responsibilities
For questions about this job, contact:
Name: Sarah Hind
Position: Radiotherapy Education & Workforce Lead
Email: Sarah.hind2@nhs.net
Shortlisting Date: Tuesday 24th November 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday 8th and Wednesday 9th December 2026
Please Note: All salaries listed reflect the pay for full time roles. Any part time roles will be pro rata. Apprentices will be paid on Annex 21 which is a percentage of the B5 wage that increases with each year of training.
Why you should join our Team
The Radiotherapy department located at St James Hospital Leeds is the biggest single site Radiotherapy centre in the UK. We are a dynamic department that offers innovative and progressive radiotherapy treatment using Linear accelerators, CT Sim, MRSim, Gamma Knife and Brachytherapy. . We are a busy, fast-paced department treating approximately 350 patients per day from a diverse population across West Yorkshire.
What you will bring to the role
- High standards of technical practice and patient care
- A patient centered approach
- Excellent communication skills
- A commitment to team working and creating good interpersonal relationships
- A positive working attitude
Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Our Trust values
The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.
We are.
Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind
Our Trust priorities
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time
Our priorities:
People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes
Sponsorship Eligibility
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
What you need to do now
Applications are handled by Leeds Teaching Hospitals on their own site — BOQQS does not collect CVs or hold your application. This listing closes on 4 Nov 2026.
Apply now