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Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Lead Clinical Scientist (External Beam Planning & Training)
The closing date is 22 November 2026
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Job Summary
Are you looking to join a forward-looking Radiotherapy Physics team at a very exciting time of change and progress? Then here is your opportunity!
The department at NNUH currently operates under a Managed Services Contract (MSC), delivering a comprehensive service to the people of Norfolk. This contract runs until October 2027, when it will be succeeded by a new MSC that will underpin the next decade of service development, bringing investment in equipment, technology, and resources to support the future of radiotherapy provision.
Our current radiotherapy infrastructure includes five matched Varian TrueBeam linacs, with one scheduled to be replaced by a Halcyon in mid-2027. The department also benefits from two CTs, the Eclipse TPS, an orthovoltage unit, and a Bravos HDR afterloader. In addition, we are fully equipped for Surface Guided Radiotherapy (SGRT) using the complete VisionRT suite, with MapRT and DoseRT scheduled for installation in the coming months, further enhancing our advanced treatment capabilities.
Beyond the technology, what truly sets us apart is our people. We are a friendly, collaborative, and welcoming department with a strong culture of project work, and continuous development. Our team includes clinical scientists, engineers, mould room technicians, administrative professionals, and IT specialists.
The postholder will be expected to work shifts as part of an extended day working arrangement. Some weekend work may be required.
Main duties of the job
The main role of this post is to provide advanced clinical scientist level leadership within the Radiotherapy Physics section and to provide specialist scientific and managerial support to the work of the whole section at an advanced level.
The post holder will coordinate Radiotherapy Physics resources and ensure high quality support to the Radiotherapy service for patient treatments in their specified area(s), taking lead responsibility for safe and accurate external beam planning service, appropriate TPS quality assurance, and the provision of expert advice to ensure services are compliant with all relevant legislation, including the use of ionising radiation and any radioactive materials.
The post holder will lead and manage the work of other Radiotherapy Physics staff working in their area(s), including project management and active involvement in the commissioning of new equipment or specialist techniques, along with systems of work for effective and optimised service delivery. The post holder will provide support to other areas of Radiotherapy Physics when required.
To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUH's 'PRIDE' values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence and demonstrate behaviours that support and encourage an inclusive culture.
About Us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£66,582 to £77,368 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
234-26-I1041
Job locations
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital including CDC
Norwich
NR4 7UY
United Kingdom
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description for full details of the role and use your supporting statement to confirm how you meet the essential and desirable criteria on the job specification.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description for full details of the role and use your supporting statement to confirm how you meet the essential and desirable criteria on the job specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
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
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital including CDC
Norwich
NR4 7UY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital including CDC
Norwich
NR4 7UY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For Questions About The Job, Contact:
Head of Radiotherapy Physics
William Holmes-Smith
WILLIAM.HOLMES-SMITH@nnuh.nhs.uk
01603646024
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£66,582 to £77,368 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
234-26-I1041
Job locations
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital including CDC
Norwich
NR4 7UY
United Kingdom
Supporting documents
Privacy notice
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Lead Clinical Scientist (External Beam Planning & Training)
The closing date is 22 November 2026
Apply for this job
Job Summary
Are you looking to join a forward-looking Radiotherapy Physics team at a very exciting time of change and progress? Then here is your opportunity!
The department at NNUH currently operates under a Managed Services Contract (MSC), delivering a comprehensive service to the people of Norfolk. This contract runs until October 2027, when it will be succeeded by a new MSC that will underpin the next decade of service development, bringing investment in equipment, technology, and resources to support the future of radiotherapy provision.
Our current radiotherapy infrastructure includes five matched Varian TrueBeam linacs, with one scheduled to be replaced by a Halcyon in mid-2027. The department also benefits from two CTs, the Eclipse TPS, an orthovoltage unit, and a Bravos HDR afterloader. In addition, we are fully equipped for Surface Guided Radiotherapy (SGRT) using the complete VisionRT suite, with MapRT and DoseRT scheduled for installation in the coming months, further enhancing our advanced treatment capabilities.
Beyond the technology, what truly sets us apart is our people. We are a friendly, collaborative, and welcoming department with a strong culture of project work, and continuous development. Our team includes clinical scientists, engineers, mould room technicians, administrative professionals, and IT specialists.
The postholder will be expected to work shifts as part of an extended day working arrangement. Some weekend work may be required.
Main duties of the job
The main role of this post is to provide advanced clinical scientist level leadership within the Radiotherapy Physics section and to provide specialist scientific and managerial support to the work of the whole section at an advanced level.
The post holder will coordinate Radiotherapy Physics resources and ensure high quality support to the Radiotherapy service for patient treatments in their specified area(s), taking lead responsibility for safe and accurate external beam planning service, appropriate TPS quality assurance, and the provision of expert advice to ensure services are compliant with all relevant legislation, including the use of ionising radiation and any radioactive materials.
The post holder will lead and manage the work of other Radiotherapy Physics staff working in their area(s), including project management and active involvement in the commissioning of new equipment or specialist techniques, along with systems of work for effective and optimised service delivery. The post holder will provide support to other areas of Radiotherapy Physics when required.
To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate NNUH's 'PRIDE' values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence and demonstrate behaviours that support and encourage an inclusive culture.
About Us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£66,582 to £77,368 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
234-26-I1041
Job locations
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital including CDC
Norwich
NR4 7UY
United Kingdom
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description for full details of the role and use your supporting statement to confirm how you meet the essential and desirable criteria on the job specification.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description for full details of the role and use your supporting statement to confirm how you meet the essential and desirable criteria on the job specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good (1st or 2nd class) Honours Degree in a Physical Science or Equivalent
- HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist
Essential
- Extensive experience (equivalent to level 8) in applying physics knowledge to highly complex situations within radiotherapy
- Extensive experience with a broad range of Radiotherapy Physics clinical services
Essential
- Ability to make judgements & decisions affecting patient care based on scientific data
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focus, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Good (1st or 2nd class) Honours Degree in a Physical Science or Equivalent
- HCPC Registration as a Clinical Scientist
- Extensive experience (equivalent to level 8) in applying physics knowledge to highly complex situations within radiotherapy
- Extensive experience with a broad range of Radiotherapy Physics clinical services
- Ability to make judgements & decisions affecting patient care based on scientific data
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focus, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
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
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital including CDC
Norwich
NR4 7UY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital including CDC
Norwich
NR4 7UY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For Questions About The Job, Contact:
Head of Radiotherapy Physics
William Holmes-Smith
WILLIAM.HOLMES-SMITH@nnuh.nhs.uk
01603646024
Details
Date posted
15 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£66,582 to £77,368 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
234-26-I1041
Job locations
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital including CDC
Norwich
NR4 7UY
United Kingdom
Supporting documents
Privacy notice
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)