Visa Note
Please verify your eligibility with the employer even if sponsorship is offered. The trust will only consider sponsorship for healthcare assistants who have been employed for a minimum of two years as an HCA within the NHS and have a current visa expiring within 3 months.
About the Opportunity
The Radiology Department at County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is seeking enthusiastic radiographers, qualified or soon to qualify, who are keen to develop their careers within a supportive environment. This position offers a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible international candidates.
The trust has heavily invested in radiology equipment across the trust with the latest install of MRI, CT and DR rooms. You’ll have the opportunity to become proficient in Fluoroscopy and Cath Labs as well as rotation through CT and MRI.
Company Information
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services from two acute sites – Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. The trust also has a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provides care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale, as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients’ homes.
The trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and particularly welcomes applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates. They are recognized as an Age Positive, Carer Friendly Employer, Disability Confident Leader, and have achieved CQC Good rating.
Job Details
Company: County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Location: University Hospital Of North Durham, North Road, Durham, DH1 5TW
Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time
Band: Band 5
Reference Number: C9439-2526-1268
Closing Date: 07 January 2026
Job Summary
The Radiology Department offers a 6-month preceptorship scheme for newly qualified radiographers. You’ll take part in a shift rota covering the service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, delivering care to the local population. The department performs a high number of imaging examinations in innovative new theatres, including trauma, elective surgery and urology as well as interventional work in fluoroscopy and CT.
The trust provides a fast-paced primary imaging service to a busy Emergency Department as well as to local GPs, wards and out-patients. As a radiographer, you’ll be an integral part of the Radiology team, working closely with Senior Radiographers, Radiographers, Radiology students and other associated Radiology staff.
Key Responsibilities
To carry out clinical duties to a high professional standard and maintain high standards of imaging and patient care at all times. You’ll adhere to good practices of Radiographic technique and abide by the acknowledged safe practices of radiation protection standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing high quality radiographic images that may assist in patient diagnosis and management of care
- Adhering to good practices of Radiation protection standards (IRMER)
- Actively promoting a service that is responsive to the patients’ needs
- Promoting teamwork to provide a high quality service
- Taking part in general, mobile, fluoroscopy, dental, ward & theatre radiography
- Ascertaining the validity of requests and prioritizing workload in your area
- Being competent in the use of CRIS/PACS
- Reporting equipment malfunctions to a more Senior radiographer
- Assisting junior staff/student radiographers in training to a level of competency where they can carry out most work procedures single-handed
- Maintaining awareness of current trends & developments in all aspects of general radiography
- Actively participating in a CPD programme
You’ll also be required to undertake night and extended working day duties, with optional participation in the Red dot scheme highlighting abnormalities to the AE department.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
- HCPC registration or awaiting registration
- Comprehensive training with good level of competence in basic radiographic technique
- DCR or BSc Radiography (or equivalent)
- Awaiting qualification
- Commitment to CPD
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Professional appearance and manner
- Able to undertake radiographic duties
- Ability to operate within a scheme of work using evidence based practice
- Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
- Adaptable, flexible, motivated, and a team player
Desirable Criteria
- Awareness and involvement with clinical governance activities
- Excellent organisational skills
Visa and Sponsorship Information
This position offers a Certificate of Sponsorship for international candidates who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK. 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 skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, it will be necessary to present a criminal record certificate from each country you 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.
Please note that applicants must have current UK professional registration. Healthcare assistants must have been employed for a minimum of two years as a HCA within the NHS for the Trust to consider sponsorship (only if this criteria is met and you have a current visa expiring within 3 months).
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please follow these steps:
- Visit the NHS Jobs website and search for reference number C9439-2526-1268
- Complete the online application form, ensuring you provide all required information
- Upload your CV and any relevant supporting documents
- If you require sponsorship, clearly indicate this in your application
- Submit your application before the closing date of 07 January 2026
For international applicants specifically:
- Verify your eligibility for a Skilled Worker visa
- Ensure you have all required documentation, including proof of qualifications and language proficiency
- Be prepared to provide criminal record certificates from countries where you have lived for 12+ months
- Check that your professional qualifications are recognized in the UK
Benefits and Support
The trust offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- NHS Pension Scheme
- Access to the NHS Credit Union
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Healthcare support and staff wellbeing programs
- Continuous professional development opportunities
- 6-month preceptorship scheme for newly qualified radiographers
The trust is committed to supporting international staff and offers assistance with relocation, housing information, and settling into the local community.
Contact Information
For questions about the job, contact:
Geoff Caine
Lead Radiographer
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01913332491
Equal Opportunities
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.
All appointments are subject to receipt of two satisfactory references, proof of qualifications, and the successful completion of pre-employment checks including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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