Band 6 Specialist Practitioner

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust are seeking two Therapeutic Radiographers to join our high-performing, patient-focused radiotherapy service as Specialist Practitioners.
This is an outstanding opportunity for ambitious, forward-thinking radiographers to advance their careers within a dynamic, research-active department delivering a broad and sophisticated range of radiotherapy techniques, including Lung and Bone SABR. Our service has a strong reputation for clinical excellence and active participation in both commercial and non-commercial clinical trials, ensuring patients benefit from cutting-edge treatments.
You will be joining at a transformative and exciting phase of service development. Our department is at the forefront of innovation, with:
+ The implementation of Surface Guided Radiotherapy (SGRT) across both linear accelerators and the CT simulator
+ The go-live of a new electronic patient record system
+ The commissioning of a new, state-of-the-art Treatment Planning System
As a Band 6 Specialist Practitioner, you will play a key role in delivering advanced radiotherapy techniques, supporting service development, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and excellence. You will be empowered to take ownership of your professional growth, supported by a department that is deeply committed to education, training, and career progression., + Deliver safe, accurate, and high-quality radiotherapy treatment as part of the linear accelerator team.
+ Rotate through pre-treatment areas, including RT-CT and pre-treatment data entry, ensuring precision and efficiency throughout the patient pathway.
+ Plan and deliver radiotherapy across a broad range of tumour sites, maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice.
+ Support the Team Leader in the day-to-day coordination of patient workflow, contributing to the effective organisation and management of clinical workload.
+ Work flexibly in line with service demands, including extended hours, weekends, and Bank Holidays.
+ Provide consistently exceptional, patient-centred care, ensuring compassion, dignity, and professionalism at all times.

Working for our organisation
You will be joining a friendly, supportive, and highly professional multi-disciplinary team, widely recognised for its kindness, collaboration, and commitment to excellence in patient care.
Our radiotherapy department is well-equipped with modern technology, including:
+ Two matched Elekta Versa linear accelerators
+ Mosaiq Oncology Management System (recently upgraded)
+ Pinnacle Treatment Planning System (TPS)
+ Limbus AI organ-at-risk outlining software
+ Canon Aquilion CT Scanner
We are proud to have a range of specialist roles within the team, including a Support and Information Radiographer, Urology Specialist Radiographer, and Colorectal/Gynaecology Specialist Radiographers, all of whom are independent prescribers.
The department has a strong culture of innovation and research. We have:
+ Contributed to an award-winning late effects service
+ A dedicated Research Radiographer embedded within the Oncology Research & Development team
+ Active participation in clinical trials, supporting early adoption of advancements in radiotherapy to ensure patients receive the most up-to-date treatments available
Looking ahead, we have exciting developments planned, including the commissioning of a new Treatment Planning System and progression towards back-to-back linear accelerator replacements., You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.
If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a 'Staff Carers' policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer's Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
+ We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply promptly.
+ Please read the job description carefully and tailor your application to reflect the requirements of the role.
+ Applicants who identify in their application form they are a part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview, provided they meet the minimum essential criteria outlined in the job description and person specification for the role. Step into Health guidance can be found on our NHS Employers website.
+ Correspondence will be sent via Trac, text, and email. Please ensure you check your email and Trac account regularly.
+ Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band.
+ If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
+ It is your responsibility to ensure the timely receipt of appropriate references.
The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups.

We are looking for individuals who demonstrate clinical expertise, professionalism, and a genuine passion for patient-centred care. You will thrive in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment and be motivated to contribute to innovation and service advancement.
In return, you will join a compassionate, skilled, and forward-thinking team that values its people as much as its patients. Based in the stunning surroundings of South Devon, this role offers not only professional fulfilment but also an exceptional quality of life.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a service shaping the future of radiotherapy, we would welcome your application.

We're also offering a generous relocation package of up to £5,000 to support candidates relocating from outside Cornwall, Devon, and Somerset, helping you settle into your new role and surroundings. This approach ensures we can strengthen our service without impacting neighbouring radiotherapy centres.