Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced radiographers or health professionals wishing to train in the specialist area of Obstetric Ultrasound. Successful applicants will be highly motivated, hardworking and able to commit to an intense but very rewarding training course.
The Rosie Ultrasound Department is offering a 12 month Secondment / Fixed Term contract to undertake the training and academic study required to be awarded a Post Graduate Certificate in Medical Ultrasound (Obstetrics).
We are an enthusiastic team with an excellent track record in sonographer training. We undertake a wide range of examinations in our department and you will be supported by our team of friendly Sonographers to acquire the practical skills required to complete the course. It is anticipated that the Trainee will join the team after qualification, if a post is available.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A TRAINING POST AND NOT OPEN TO QUALFIED SONOGRAPHERS
Main duties of the job
To undertake practical training in obstetric ultrasound.
To attend all taught modules provided by the chosen University and successfully gain a Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) in Medical Ultrasound.
To work as part of a multidisciplinary team providing a high-quality diagnostic ultrasound service whilst maintaining high standards of patient care.
To ensure that practice is carried out in accordance with department policies and protocols.
Develop the theoretical and practical knowledge/skills required to perform the range of ultrasound examinations in the clinical area of training.
To undertake all ultrasound procedures delegated by the sonographers/clinical leads as part of training and development.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
You must be in a permanent role at CUH in order to apply and be considered for this role
Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:
- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment
For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritised over those not at risk. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 21 July 2025
Interviews are due to be held on 28 July 2025
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
You must be in a permanent role at CUH in order to apply and be considered for this role
Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:
- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment
For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritised over those not at risk. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 21 July 2025
Interviews are due to be held on 28 July 2025
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Radiography, Nursing, Midwifery or equivalent with Professional Registration e.g. HCPC or NMC Registration
Desirable
- Further relevant study
- Communication and counselling course
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of personal and professional development in current role.
- Demonstrate an interest and evidence of background research into the role of an Obstetric Sonographer
Desirable
- Previous experience in ultrasound
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of current safety requirements; NSC, FASP, NICE and other relevant national guidelines
Desirable
- Keen to support the Maternity Services Strategy, with particular regard to the quality of the patient journey
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills written/oral/non-verbal
- Good organisational skills
- Receptive to change.
- Able to work as part of a small team in a potentially high pressured and emotive environment.
- IT experience.
Desirable
- Experience of Excel / Word / PowerPoint
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Evidence of CPD
- To undertake practical competency assessment as required.
- Prepared to work contracted hours flexibly, including working at weekends if/when required.
- With supervision able to scan for duration of full list / session
- Able to transfer patients following manual handling training
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
Desirable
- A preliminary offer at an educational institution to study the theoretical aspect of the course, prior to interview, is desirable
- Experience of research
- Willingness to participate in departmental presentations, study days.
- Demonstrable experience of audit.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Radiography, Nursing, Midwifery or equivalent with Professional Registration e.g. HCPC or NMC Registration
Desirable
- Further relevant study
- Communication and counselling course
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of personal and professional development in current role.
- Demonstrate an interest and evidence of background research into the role of an Obstetric Sonographer
Desirable
- Previous experience in ultrasound
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of current safety requirements; NSC, FASP, NICE and other relevant national guidelines
Desirable
- Keen to support the Maternity Services Strategy, with particular regard to the quality of the patient journey
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills written/oral/non-verbal
- Good organisational skills
- Receptive to change.
- Able to work as part of a small team in a potentially high pressured and emotive environment.
- IT experience.
Desirable
- Experience of Excel / Word / PowerPoint
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Evidence of CPD
- To undertake practical competency assessment as required.
- Prepared to work contracted hours flexibly, including working at weekends if/when required.
- With supervision able to scan for duration of full list / session
- Able to transfer patients following manual handling training
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
Desirable
- A preliminary offer at an educational institution to study the theoretical aspect of the course, prior to interview, is desirable
- Experience of research
- Willingness to participate in departmental presentations, study days.
- Demonstrable experience of audit.
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.
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.
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).