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General Radiographer

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Canterbury, CT1 3NG £32,073 – £39,043 a year Permanent Posted 4 September 2026 Apply by 10 September 2026

Home Office register entry: East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust, Canterbury

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Role description

Job summary

We are seeking enthusiastic and highly motivated Radiographers to join our exceptional General Radiology teams across East Kent.

All applicants must hold a Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent and be registered with HCPC.

Main duties of the job

To work as part of a team providing a comprehensive and effective service. To carry out examinations of patients as directed, to high standards, and to look after their welfare whilst they are in the Radiology Department.

Applicants must be HCPC registered and have previous NHS experience.

The post holder will be expected to work a shift pattern which includes nights and weekend working.

Please see full Job Description

About us

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 695,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'.We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.

Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates for a Skilled Worker Visa for roles that are eligible at the time of application.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

344-3988DBH

Job locations

Kent & Canterbury Hospital

Ethelbert Road

Canterbury

CT1 3NG

United Kingdom


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents'.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

  • Degree in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent (or within six months to completion of above)
  • HCPC Registration (or will be once qualified)

Desirable

  • Previous Radiology experience

Personal and Professional Attributes

Essential

  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Effective communication skills

Clinical experience

Essential

  • Evidence of general radiographic duties during training or recent employment
  • Previous NHS Experience

Desirable

  • Experience of other modalities

Clinical knowledge/Skills

Essential

  • Good Anatomy & Pathology knowledge
  • Good knowledge of Radiographic Procedures
  • Knowledge of IR(ME)R & IRR
  • To be proficient in carrying out all basic x-rays

Other requirements

Essential

  • To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values

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.

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.

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

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kent & Canterbury Hospital

Ethelbert Road

Canterbury

CT1 3NG

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/

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