Radiology Support Worker - level

Main area Radiology Support Worker - higher level Grade NHS AfC:
Band 3 Contract Permanent:
Covering 8am - 8pm 7x days a week, utilising a rotation system Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Covering 8am - 8pm 7x days a week, utilising a rotation system) Job  

Employer Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Queen Elizabeth Hospital and satellite sites Town Gateshead Salary £24,937 - £26,598 pro rota Salary period Yearly Closing 04/03/2026 23:59

In the event of excessive applications being received this vacancy may close earlier than the stated closing date, you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible.

IMPORTANT NOTE ON COMPLETION OF REFERENCE SECTION OF APPLICATION FORM.

All references from current and previous employers will be sought and MUST cover a minimum of 3 years employment. Therefore, when completing the reference section of your application form, please give the address, telephone number and work email address of each of your current/previous line managers that cover 3 years employment. Where possible this should be from two separate employers. Failure to complete this section may result in your application not being processed.

PLEASE NOTE:

it is a requirement of this Trust that all successful applicants pay for their DBS certificate if a check is required for the post. This will be done through deduction from your monthly pay over a maximum of three months. It is also a requirement that all successful applicants register or are registered with the DBS update service where a DBS is required.

All new entrants to the NHS will be appointed on the minimum of the pay scale in line with Terms & Conditions.

Are you passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and looking to progress your career in diagnostic imaging? We are seeking motivated and compassionate individuals to join our forward-thinking Radiology team.

This role offers the opportunity to rotate between the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead
, and satellite sites including Blaydon Primary Care Centre and our new Community Diagnostic Centre at the Metrocentre
. You will support a broad range of imaging services including CT, MRI, Fluoroscopy, Interventional Radiology, Ultrasound and General X-ray
, working alongside Consultant Radiologists, Radiographers, Sonographers, Nurses and administrative teams.

As a higher-level support role, you will contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the department while supporting patients through all stages of their diagnostic journey. This is a varied and rewarding post within a modern, expanding service where no two days are the same.

If you are organised, resilient, patient-focused and thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment, we would welcome your application.

Please note:

Previous applicants need not apply.

As a Radiology Support Worker (Higher Level), you will play a central role in supporting the delivery of safe, efficient and patient-centred imaging services across a 7-day service.

Working as part of a skilled multidisciplinary team, you will provide practical, clinical and organisational support across imaging modalities, helping to maintain patient flow, prepare examination areas, and support diagnostic and interventional procedures. You will also take responsibility for supervising and supporting Radiology Support Workers, contributing to staff coordination and service continuity.

The role requires flexibility, excellent communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities within a busy clinical environment. You will support high standards of care, dignity and safety, while contributing to the effective operation of the Radiology Department across multiple sites.

Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre, Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) Metrocentre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.

Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in…