Paediatric Radiographer | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Posting date:	04 March 2026
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	£31,049 - £37,796 Per Annum (Pro Rata)
Hours:	Part time
Closing date:	03 April 2026
Location:	Manchester, M13 9WL
Company:	Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	7828454/349-CSS-7828454

Summary

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Radiographers to join our dynamic, friendly team, to play a key role in maintaining and improving standards and quality of patient services. It is an exciting time to join our team, with a wide scale equipment replacement program is in progress across the trust.

The post is based on the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital, Oxford Road site and includes training and rotation through general X-ray, theatre and mobile imaging, with some training in CT to be able to support the out of hours services .

MFT is a busy teaching hospital as well as a Major Trauma center with around 145,000 patients visiting our Emergency department each year.

The Radiology department is evolving all the time. Our radiology department is a small and friendly facility, which offers you the chance to develop skills in all areas of general paediatric radiography with some potential element of training in other modalities such as CT. In time there are excellent opportunities to progress into specialist areas.
Please note that applications generated or significantly assisted by AI tools may be scored lower during the shortlisting process.

Have a BSc Radiography or DCR or be qualifying in Radiography Students registering in Summer 2025 following qualification.

Be HCPC Registered or Register upon qualification from Summer 2025

Have Excellent communication skills

Be organised and able to prioritise workload

Be flexible.

You will receive a comprehensive induction and training in all key areas

Access to the MFT Preceptorship program

Receive annual appraisals

Receive enhanced remuneration for night duties

Introduction in to other specialist areas of imaging within paediatrics.

Please be aware you need to be able to attend in person for interview due to practical element.



Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.
Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.
At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.
Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.

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Closing vacancy listings early

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.


This advert closes on Wednesday 18 Mar 2026

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