Breast Screening Radiographer
Job summary
We are looking to employ an enthusiastic radiographer/mammographer to join our team on a fixed term basis to cover maternity leave until September 2026. We are the Chelmsford and Colchester Breast Screening Unit serving the population of North and Mid-Essex. This post is part time up to 30 hours per week.
We have 3 mobile units covering 11 screening sites including Clacton, Braintree, Brentwood and Chelmsford .
Two major hospitals are within our catchment area so working in rapid diagnostic clinics is part of the weekly workload. Both Broomfield and Colchester hospitals are equipped with state of the art GE Pristina Mammography machines, 2D and 3D are regularly used in assessment clinics and in Colchester CEM (Contrast Enhanced Mammography) has been introduced.
A qualified Mammographer holding a Post Graduate Award in Mammography is Essential for this post.
We would welcome you for an informal visit.
Internal applicants currently employed by ESNEFT will be offered on a secondment basis only.
Main duties of the job
- To produce high quality mammographic images, within the NHS Breast Screening Programme and Symptomatic mammography services across North and Mid Essex, at both static and mobile sites
- To participate in an effective Quality Control Programme to maintain the highest of standards as required by the NHSBSP
- To work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide the highest standards of patient care
- To provide professional supervision and guidance to all more junior members of staff
- To participate in Continuing Professional Development and other developmental activities
- To act as an information resource for clerical staff, radiography students and all visitors to the Breast Unitand cascade knowledge to trainee mammography radiographers and assistant practitioners
Advanced Practice is supported within the department with radiographers film reading, performing Interventional procedures, cannulating for CEM and carrying out audits. A robust appraisal system is in place and staff wellbeing and patient experience is at the heart of everything we do.
About us
We are ESNEFT and we provide hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics and in patients' own homes
We are one of the largest NHS organisations in England, employing more than 12,000 staff
We pride ourselves on supporting our staff. We offer a wide range of training and development opportunities, as well as flexible working options
Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata) and access to a range of NHS discounts. Our Staff Health and Wellbeing programme offer a variety of services
Our philosophy is that Time Matters to everyone. Across the Trust, we concentrate on improving the things we do and removing those which cause time delays for our staff and patients
We are investing in our commitment to Time Matters with a partnership with leading electronic patient record (EPR) supplier Epic. This digital transformation will bring what's widely regarded as the world's best EPR system to ESNEFT, transforming life in hospital for staff and patients
If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you
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Details
Date posted
22 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
11 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
432-HR812-25
Job locations
Colchester Hospital
Turner Road
Colchester
CO4 5JL
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Radiography/Diploma of The College of Radiographers or equivalent
- HCPC registered
- Certificate of Competence in Mammography/Post Graduate Certificate in Mammography Practice or willingness to undertake this training
Desirable
- Member of Society of Radiographers ( or other indemnity insurance)
- Experience of clinical audit
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate general radiography experience or other life experience
- Thorough knowledge of IR(ME)R and IRR 99
- Understanding of evidence based practice
- Ability to communicate well at all levels
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
- Multidisciplinary team working
Desirable
- Previous mentoring/training experience
- Willingness to undertake further post graduate training
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of knowledge of NHSBSP, cancer services and breast care
- Knowledge of Microsoft office applications
- Understanding of QMS
- Confident with PACS processes
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Radiography/Diploma of The College of Radiographers or equivalent
- HCPC registered
- Certificate of Competence in Mammography/Post Graduate Certificate in Mammography Practice or willingness to undertake this training
Desirable
- Member of Society of Radiographers ( or other indemnity insurance)
- Experience of clinical audit
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate general radiography experience or other life experience
- Thorough knowledge of IR(ME)R and IRR 99
- Understanding of evidence based practice
- Ability to communicate well at all levels
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
- Multidisciplinary team working
Desirable
- Previous mentoring/training experience
- Willingness to undertake further post graduate training
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of knowledge of NHSBSP, cancer services and breast care
- Knowledge of Microsoft office applications
- Understanding of QMS
- Confident with PACS processes
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional informationDisclosure 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.
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 Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Colchester Hospital
Turner Road
Colchester
CO4 5JL
Employer's website
https://www.esneft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Colchester Hospital
Turner Road
Colchester
CO4 5JL
Employer's website
Salary range
- £38,682 - £44,962 per year