Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Radiographer IR

The closing date is 27 November 2025

Job summary

Band 6 Senior Interventional Radiology Radiographer - 12 MONTHS FIXED TERM

Are you looking to join a friendly IR department and develop your clinical and leadership skills?

We are looking for a suitably qualified Radiographer with experience in vascular and non-vascular interventional radiology.

We perform over 2800 IR procedures each year and have 2 IR labs, recovery, IR ultrasound suite and access to CT.

We undertake a large range of procedures and have been awarded University Department Status by the University of Reading in recognition of our collaboration, active research program as well as excellent clinical outcomes.

In recognition of our commitment to excellence, the department was awarded the Quality Standards for Imaging in November 2024, underscoring our dedication to delivering a standard of care we are proud of.

Main duties of the job

To be a senior radiographer within out interventional radiology department at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Hospital (RBFT).
To support the interventional team to achieve the best possible clinical outcome for the patient.
To ensure a high quality, effective and efficient service in designated area.
To participate in the extended hours (Monday to Friday 8am-6pm) and on call service for interventional radiology.
To support and deputise for the Superintendent Radiographer
To demonstrate the CARE values

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Date posted

13 November 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year pa

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

193-7573441UCGB6-SENRAD

Job locations

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Reading

RG1 5AN

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the attached job description and person specification for a detailed overview of the main duties and responsibilities for this role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the attached job description and person specification for a detailed overview of the main duties and responsibilities for this role.

Person Specification

application

Essential

BSc Degree in Radiography or equivalent radiographic qualification, DCR(R)
Evidence of recent and extensive post-registration experience at Band 5

Desirable

Ability to undertake venous Cannulation for IV contrast media

application

Essential

Excellent radiographic skills and knowledge

Desirable

Experience of staff supervision and/or training

Person Specification

application

Essential

BSc Degree in Radiography or equivalent radiographic qualification, DCR(R)
Evidence of recent and extensive post-registration experience at Band 5

Desirable

Ability to undertake venous Cannulation for IV contrast media

application

Essential

Excellent radiographic skills and knowledge

Desirable

Experience of staff supervision and/or training

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Reading

RG1 5AN

Employer's website

https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

Reading

RG1 5AN

Employer's website

https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)