Main area Breast Screening Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Bank Hours Flexible working – 0 hours per week (Bank – rotational evening and weekends shifts) Job ref 209-A-26-8372504
Site Macclesfield District Town Victoria Road, Macclesfield Salary £39,959 – £48,117 per annum (subject to job matching) Salary period Yearly Closing 04/11/2026 23:59
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
Job overview
***Subject to job matching***
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified Mammographer to join our friendly and motivated multidisciplinary team at Cheshire and Stockport Breast Screening Programme (East Cheshire, Mid Cheshire and Stockport).
Screening and symptomatic services are offered at the Macclesfield Breast Screening Centre with 3 Siemens digital mammography sets, 2 with stereo/tomosynthesis capabilities.
Mobile screening in Stockport is provided on a mobile van with Siemens digital mammography.
Travel is essential to this role, so please demonstrate how you would meet these requirements.
A genuine occupational qualification applies to these posts under section 6 of the Sex Discrimination Act of 1975 and therefore they are restricted to female applicants only.
This position is offered on a Bank basis which is ‘as and when’ required with no guaranteed hours, however it does offer you increased flexibility by selecting shifts to work around your lifestyle.
Due to the terms of a Bank contract, we are unable to meet the criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship for visa purposes.
Main duties of the job
To provide a high quality mammography service as part of the National HealthBreast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) and Symptomatic Service for EastCheshire NHS Trust Breast Multidisciplinary Team.
Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Working for our organisation
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing your application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the advert closing date, regretfully you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). In order to facilitate applications from all members of the community the Trust is able to offer services including Braille Applications and Interpreting Services.
The Trust may close any advertised post before the stated closing date.
If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of the advert closing date, regretfully you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Qualifications
- Society of Radiographers – Certificate of Competence in mammography or Post Graduate Certificate Mammography Principles & Practice
- HCPC (Health and Care Professional Council) Registration
- Evidence of CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
- Knowledge of IR (Ionizing Radiation) ME (Medical Exposure) R20 (regulation) and IRR17 (Ionizing Radiation Regulations)
- DCR (Dynamic Chest Radiography) (R) or Bachelor of Sciences Radiography
- Oncology knowledge
- Attendance at study days involvement with quality assurance
Knowledge & Skills
- Ability to perform high volume quality mammography to NHSBSP (NHS Breast Screening Programme) standards
- Act as a role model or mentor
- To be empathetic to all patients attending the Breast Care Centre
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritize workload
- Ability to work autonomously
- Ability to meet travel requirements
Experience
- Experience and understanding of working in the NHSBSP
- Experience working in Breast symptomatic clinics
- Experience of Academic study at post Graduate level
- Experience of working within breast clinics, breast stereotactic procedures and breast ultrasound clinics
Specific Job Requirement
- Working with patients who are distressed and anxious
- Moving and handling of patients
- Ability to focus on task at hand
- Responsible, caring and friendly attitude
- Desire to improve Breast Services within the Trust
- Desire to promote the aims of the NHSBSP
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