Hospital Work Experience Placement jobs in Ealing

This is a unique 36-month Therapeutic Radiographer Apprenticeship opportunity to work and train within the Radiotherapy Department at University College Hospital London, in the heart of central London. You will complete the Level 6 BSc (Hons) Therapeutic Radiography Degree Apprenticeship with the University of Hertfordshire. The role involves direct contact with patients and their families, alongside working closely with medical, nursing, physics and wider multidisciplinary teams.

This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to develop a career in Therapeutic Radiography while gaining valuable clinical experience within a leading specialist NHS service.

The University of Hertfordshire is based in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, with excellent transport links to London and the surrounding areas. The university provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment, with opportunities to develop both academically and professionally throughout the apprenticeship.

https://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/degree-apprenticeships/therapeutic-radiography

Successful applicants will be embedded within the Radiotherapy department working 80% of their hours alongside the team, and study with the University of Hertfordshire for the remainder of their time. Upon completion of the three-year course, they will gain a BSc Honours in Therapeutic Radiography and be eligible for professional registration with the HCPC. This fully funded programme allows the applicant to study and earn a wage at the same time, with extensive workplace learning and practice, supported by academic learning at the University and through distance learning, and self-study.

UCLH are looking for candidates who are flexible, adaptable and patient focussed, aiming to deliver the highest standards of clinical care. They will work alongside experienced Therapeutic Radiographers and the wider multidisciplinary team, developing skills in patient care, communication, anatomy, physiology, radiotherapy physics and radiation protection. As their knowledge and confidence develop, they will take increasing responsibility for delivering treatment safely and effectively, supported by experienced clinical staff.

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

The candidate will be trained to undertake a wide range of clinical experiences within Therapeutic Radiography, developing the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours required to deliver safe, compassionate and high-quality radiotherapy care. Training will include opportunities to work across the radiotherapy pathway, including CT simulation, treatment planning, treatment delivery and image-guided radiotherapy, as well as gaining experience with a range of specialist radiotherapy techniques and technologies.

Please note: recruitment is a two-stage process
Stage 1 : Group assessment date - 28 September 2026 in the morning
Stage 2: Individual interview date - 28 September 2026 in the afternoon, if successful in the assessment stage

Applicants must not already hold a qualification at Level 6 or above in Therapeutic Radiography or a closely related subject.
Applicants must not be in any other form of education – this includes, school, college, university or any other apprenticeship programme.

Please ensure that you can make this date before applying.

UCLH have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, caring, and dedicated person keen to train as a therapeutic radiographer as an apprentice.

https://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/degree-apprenticeships/therapeutic-radiography

Please note candidates must hold GCSE A-C or 4-9 English and Maths or Functional Skills at Level. Certificates will be requested before applicants are invited to the assessment. Applicants must not be in any other form of education. This includes school, college, university of any other apprenticeship.

Applicants need to be minimum of 18 years of age when they start the apprenticeship (anticipated January 2027). Successful applicants must meet the academic entry requirements of the University of Hertfordshire for this course which can be found within the person specification in the job description or in the link above.

The candidate will be trained to undertake a wide range of clinical experiences within Therapeutic Radiography, developing the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours required to deliver safe, compassionate and high-quality radiotherapy care. Training will include opportunities to work across the radiotherapy pathway, including CT simulation, treatment planning, treatment delivery and image-guided radiotherapy, as well as gaining experience with a range of specialist radiotherapy techniques and technologies.

Due to the high volume of applications, we have received, we need to close this advert earlier than previously advertised. This advert will now close on Friday 11th at Midnight

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

• UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England – for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff – To find out more, visit: Flexible working .

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