Inspire the next generation of Diagnostic Radiographers while advancing your own academic, clinical and leadership career.
The University of Plymouth is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated HCPC-registered diagnostic radiographer to join our highly successful diagnostic radiography programmes. This unique role combines university teaching with clinical practice, offering the opportunity to support students from their first simulation experiences through to clinical excellence in practice.
About the Role
As a lecturer in diagnostic radiography, you will work closely with colleagues across the Peninsula Medical School, NHS trusts and independent sector healthcare partners to deliver an outstanding student learning experience. You will contribute to teaching, assessment, student support and clinical training while helping to shape the future of radiography education.
Prior to clinical placements, our students undergo extensive simulation training, aligned to their academic learning, helping prepare them for their future clinical experience. As part of the team, you will support their training, on campus, in both the simulation suite and state of the art learning environments. Working in an acute hospital you will provide practical clinical training for students on placement, supporting them on their journey to clinical excellence.
This is a part-time position, working hours are 18.5 hour per week on a permanent basis. Approximately one day per week (typically Friday during term time) will be based in a clinical imaging department.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate diagnostic radiography programmes through lectures, simulation, practical skills training and clinical education.
- Support and mentor students throughout their academic and clinical learning journey, including personal tutoring and assessment activities.
- Contribute to clinical radiography services and provide practical training for students within partner imaging departments.
- Work collaboratively with NHS and independent sector partners to enhance placement experiences and professional education.
- Participate in programme development, scholarship, quality assurance activities and broader academic initiatives within the School.
We are looking for applicants who can demonstrate:
- BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent qualification).
- Current HCPC registration as a diagnostic radiographer.
- Significant UK clinical radiography experience and evidence of continuing professional development.
- Knowledge of contemporary diagnostic imaging practice and HCPC education standards.
- Excellent communication, leadership and teamwork skills, with a passion for supporting student success.
This role requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
You must currently be registered with the following registration board: Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC): excluding social workers in England.
The successful candidate may be required to obtain an ATAS Certificate prior to this research being undertaken.
Please demonstrate in your supporting statement how you meet the essential criteria, outlined in the job description.
About the Team
The diagnostic radiography programmes are part of the University of Plymouth’s Peninsula Medical School, within the Faculty of Health. Our programmes are recognised for delivering an exceptional student experience, with strong student satisfaction and innovative learning opportunities including extensive simulation training, cross-sectional imaging education, IV cannulation training, and service improvement initiatives, exceeding the HCPC standards of proficiency requirements. We work closely with our NHS and independent sector clinical partners, across the South-West and beyond, to provide our students with the skills, knowledge and support they need to become outstanding future-ready Diagnostic Radiographers.
About the University of Plymouth
The University of Plymouth is a vibrant, inclusive institution recognised for outstanding healthcare education, social engagement and world-leading research.
The University of Plymouth has a strong interdisciplinary research ethos which is supported by our two strategic Research Institutes; the Marine Institute and the Sustainable Earth Institute. As a member of our academic community, you’ll be expected to contribute to our recognised research strengths. Working holistically across the University, you will be challenged to innovate, collaborate and deliver impactful research contributions as part of a systems thinking approach to addressing today’s global challenges.
Based in the Faculty of Health, the Peninsula Medical School is committed to three core aims: outstanding clinical education; strong social engagement; and world-class research which all feature strongly in the student learning experience. A key strength is a close relationship with NHS partners, with early clinical contact for all students. The South-West offers healthcare and learning opportunities of exceptional quality; Derriford is one of Europe’s largest hospitals and the only trauma centre in Devon and Cornwall. A further strength is our scholarly approach to education, supported by the Division of Education Scholarship.
The Plymouth Institute of Health and Care Research is the core of research activity, providing a thriving community that conducts adventurous world-leading research with the explicit purpose of improving the health and care of the populations we serve.
Join us and help shape the radiographers of tomorrow while developing your own teaching, clinical and leadership expertise.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact the programme co-leads, Siobhan Moyes or Karran Speakman, by email at [email protected]
Our Offer
Staff appointed within the Faculty of Health may be able to join the NHS pension scheme subject to eligibility criteria.
We have a wide range of staff benefits available to employees, depending on eligibility:
- Generous annual leave: 35* Days Annual Leave (pro rata if part-time) plus Bank Holidays* & Closure Days*
- Generous pension scheme
- Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Development opportunities
- Enhanced family leave
- Flexible working
- Retailer discounts
- On-site nursery
- Pro rata if part-time/fixed term contract
A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.
A relocation package may be available to the successful candidate, conditions apply.
Additional Information
The University of Plymouth is building an inclusive and equitable university where everyone feels represented, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion is guided by the Inclusive Institutions Framework, a strategic and externally validated approach that embeds these principles across the entire institution. To find out more please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages
