CT Radiographer - Training PostNHS

Job summary

Closing date: 27th November 2026

Shortlisting from 28th November 2026

Interviews to commence: TBC

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Radiographers to join our CT service at Bradford on a permanent basis.

Applications are invited from both experienced CT Radiographers and HCPC-registered Diagnostic Radiographers who wish to develop a career in CT imaging through a structured training and competency programme.

This is a Band 5 to Band 6 Training Post. Applicants who already possess the required CT competencies and experience will be appointed directly to Band 6. Applicants who do not currently possess the required CT competencies but demonstrate the aptitude and commitment to develop within CT will be appointed at Band 5 and supported through a structured training programme. Progression to Band 6 will be subject to successful completion of the agreed CT training pathway and departmental competencies.

The post involves participation in a full shift system providing a 24-hour, 7-day CT service.

CT competencies are desirable (see personal specification for full details) for direct appointment to Band 6. Applicants who do not currently hold these competencies will be appointed at Band 5 and will be required to complete an agreed CT training and competency programme before progression to Band 6.

Main duties of the job

• Patient centred care
• Understanding medical requests
• Safely administering IV contrast after completing a thorough questionnaire
• Correct moving and handing techniques used
• Use of ANTT and good infection control techniques
• Information governance to protect patients dignity and privacy
• Cannulation
• Autonomous working
• Take part in non vascular intervention during night shift working
• ILS
• Radiation protection and ALARP
• Training and education

Job description

• comprehensive CT training and development programme.
• Structured competency-based progression pathway from Band 5 to Band 6.
• Support towards relevant postgraduate CT education where appropriate.
• Exposure to a wide range of specialist CT examinations and advanced imaging techniques.
• Participation in service development, audit and quality improvement initiatives.

The salary and Terms & Conditions of Service for this post are subject to change in line with Agenda for Change.

For further details on this role please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification - Attached on a document.

About us

As a department we are keen to support role extension and support post graduate study. We focus on providing an excellent level of service for our patients and offer a supportive and dynamic environment for our staff. We are pleased to provide clinical placements for undergraduate radiographers and encourage learning and development. Bradford offers some of the best schools, most competitive housing prices and is officially the youngest city in the UK, making it an excellent place to build and grow your career.

We offer staff gymnasiums on two hospital sites, a final salary pension scheme including life assurance cover and advice on childcare.

The Radiology Department at Bradford provides a comprehensive imaging service to support the wide spectrum of clinical work undertaken within the Trust. Our imaging work covers three sites, Bradford Royal Infirmary, St Luke's Hospital and Eccleshill Community Diagnostic Centre. We have a total of 4 Canon CT scanners. The successful applicant would be expected to work over a 7 day week at the 3 hospital sites dependent on service requirements, including nights and non vascular intervention cover. All major clinical specialties, with the exceptions of transplant surgery, neurosurgery and cardiac surgery are represented in the Trust.