Looking for radiographer jobs in the UK? King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is hiring a Band 6 Radiographer at the Princess Royal University Hospital in Orpington.
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| Job Title | Band 6 Radiographer |
| Employer | King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust |
| Location | Orpington, UK |
| Salary | £45,953–£54,254 per year |
| Job Type | Permanent, Full-time |
| Experience | Post graduate training as Band 5 or Band 6 experience |
| Visa Sponsorship | Applications from candidates requiring sponsorship are welcome |
| Closing Date | 2 November 2026 |
About the Employer
King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest teaching trusts, providing local and specialist services across multiple sites in south east London and Kent. The Trust employs over 14,000 staff and handles more than 1.5 million patient contacts annually.
Job Responsibilities
- Position patients accurately for examinations and adapt techniques to individual needs
- Act under IR(ME)R Radiation Regulations and minimise radiation exposure for patients and staff
- Provide timely radiographic services and monitor work priorities, including out of hours duties as team leader
- Ensure legal documentation on RIS and PACS systems and timely image provision
- Assist with fluoroscopy studies and safely administer contrast media under protocols
- Train on specialised imaging equipment and participate in service development and audit
Requirements
- Essential: BSc Diagnostic Radiography, post graduate training and experience as Band 5 with role extension or Band 6 experience, understanding of clinical governance and QA, evidence of supervision of less experienced staff
- Desirable: CT experience, leadership and teaching experience, evidence of clinical audit or research
- Current UK HCPC registration required
Visa Sponsorship and International Applicants
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. Sponsorship is not guaranteed for every candidate. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. This listing is open to international applicants who meet the eligibility criteria for the Health and Care Worker visa where the role qualifies.
Salary and Benefits
- Agenda for Change Band 6 with high cost allowance included in the stated range
- Participation in the NHS pension scheme
- Opportunity for modality training including Computed Tomography
- Permanent Band 6 role
- Sponsorship applications welcome
- Training in CT available
- Closing date is today
- Out of hours duties required
How to Apply
Apply through the NHS Jobs portal. The employer requires a completed application form and supporting documents as specified. A cover letter may be requested in the process.
Application Tips
- Highlight evidence of supervision and clinical governance experience in your application
- Confirm your HCPC registration status and any overseas equivalence
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