Job summary To work in a collaborative and co-operative manner with members of the support worker, radiotherapy, and radiotherapy clinic team, fulfilling operational policy and procedure requirements for service provision. To assist with and participate in the provision of direct and indirect patient care activities in the Radiotherapy department. To carry out an identified range of clerical and administrative duties related to the requirements of the department and the maintenance of communications and service. Main duties of the job All duties will be carried out under direct or indirect supervision from qualified radiographers and other members of the support worker team. To assist and support radiographers and other healthcare professionals in providing patient/client activities associated with the Radiotherapy department and ensure a high quality of personalised service. This role will support Radiotherapy clinics and the clinical operation of the department. This will mean working at times as an integral member of the radiotherapy clinic staff team: Working through varied shift patterns to suit service need. Ensuring appropriate resources are available for the effective running of the clinics. Appropriate identification of patients and patient chaperoning as required. Supporting the effective time management of scheduled radiotherapy clinics. High levels of patient communication to support keeping patients informed of various aspects of the radiotherapy pathway i.e., clinic wait times, explaining appointment letters, and procedures. Requesting relevant tests according to defined protocols. Obtaining weekly weights of patients during treatment. About us You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives. The Radiotherapy Department at Weston Park Cancer Centre is situated in a purpose built oncology unit and is one of four hospitals comprising Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. There is easy access to the beautiful countryside of Derbyshire and shopping in Sheffield city centre and nearby Meadowhall. An opportunity has arisen to join an established team of radiotherapy assistants within the Radiotherapy Department at Weston Park Hospital. This modern department treats cancer patients both as inpatients and outpatients. This role supports a team of radiotherapy professionals to deliver high quality care to over 4,000 new patients a year. The successful candidate will be able to show empathy and support to patients whilst having a cheerful approach to work. Date posted 31 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year pa/pro rata for part time staff Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 190-8796-DIR Job locations Weston Park Cancer Centre Whitham Road Sheffield S10 2SJ Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential GCSE maths and English grade C or above (or equivalent clinical experience) NVQ Level 2 (Care) Desirable First Aid Certificate Experience Essential Computer skills and experience Teamwork experience NHS Experience Experience in dealing with members of the public Desirable Experience in 'caring' roles Word-processing skills Knowledge of windows-based operating system Skills Essential Ability to prioritise tasks Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential GCSE maths and English grade C or above (or equivalent clinical experience) NVQ Level 2 (Care) Desirable First Aid Certificate Experience Essential Computer skills and experience Teamwork experience NHS Experience Experience in dealing with members of the public Desirable Experience in 'caring' roles Word-processing skills Knowledge of windows-based operating system Skills Essential Ability to prioritise tasks 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Weston Park Cancer Centre Whitham Road Sheffield S10 2SJ Employer's website https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)