Job summary
Fixed Term: 12 months | 2 positions available - 37.5 hrs / 22.5hrs
We're looking for an enthusiastic Radiographer to join our dedicated and welcoming paediatric Radiology team. You'll work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver a high-quality, child-centred diagnostic imaging service across Sheffield and surrounding areas.
We offer many CPD opportunities, including research, audits, and specialist training, and are committed to supporting and empowering our staff.
About You:
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HCPC registered with a DCR(R)/Radiography Degree or equivalent.
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Evidence of CPD and reflective practice.
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Paediatric radiography experience
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Specialist imaging experience desirable (e.g., CT, DEXA, and Fluoroscopy)
Join us and help provide outstanding care in a progressive, supportive environment. Apply today!
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the X-ray Imaging Lead, your responsibilities will include:
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Deliver a high-quality, efficient paediatric diagnostic imaging service as part of the radiography team at Sheffield Children's Hospital.
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Perform a range of paediatric imaging examinations across multiple modalities, ensuring compliance with IRR 2017 and IR(ME)R 2017.
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Maintain a safe, supportive, and child-friendly environment throughout all procedures.
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Participate in a 24-hour on-call/shift rota, covering plain film, CT, theatre, and fluoroscopic imaging.
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Work without direct supervision, reporting to Lead Radiographers.
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 description
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 scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
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 scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- HCPC registration
- DCR(R) / Degree in Radiography or recognised equivalent
- Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including reflective practice.
Desirable
- Interest or CPD aimed at paediatric radiology imaging
Knowledge & skills
Essential
- Knowledge of radiation protection legislation
- To undertake further appropriate training to develop knowledge and skill as the post requires
- Awareness for health and safety requirements
- 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
- Understanding of information governance
Desirable
- Knowledge of consent issues specific to paediatrics
- Simple research methodology
- Involvement in audit, research or service evaluation
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work effectively within a team and independently
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Competent I.T skills
- Ability to keep accurate and legible clinical records
- Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and within emotional or challenging situations.
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of interest / experience in working in paediatric radiography
- Experience in working as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience in co-ordinating a clinical area
- Leadership skills in a clinical area/modality
- Working in CT
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- HCPC registration
- DCR(R) / Degree in Radiography or recognised equivalent
- Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including reflective practice.
Desirable
- Interest or CPD aimed at paediatric radiology imaging
Knowledge & skills
Essential
- Knowledge of radiation protection legislation
- To undertake further appropriate training to develop knowledge and skill as the post requires
- Awareness for health and safety requirements
- 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
- Understanding of information governance
Desirable
- Knowledge of consent issues specific to paediatrics
- Simple research methodology
- Involvement in audit, research or service evaluation
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work effectively within a team and independently
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Competent I.T skills
- Ability to keep accurate and legible clinical records
- Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and within emotional or challenging situations.
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of interest / experience in working in paediatric radiography
- Experience in working as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience in co-ordinating a clinical area
- Leadership skills in a clinical area/modality
- Working in CT
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).
