Role Summary
Radiotherapy Physics Medical Physicist Apprenticeship – Radiotherapy Physics specialising in Radiotherapy Treatment Planning and Mould Room
We're pleased to announce this exciting opportunity to join our friendly, dedicated Radiotherapy Physics team as an Apprentice Medical Physics Technologist. The post is based at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, part of Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. This trust is renowned for research and innovation and provides services for more than 615,000 people covering more than 2000 miles across Devon.
The appointee will operate as part of our Treatment Planning and Mould Room teams. The main duties are the preparation of CT scan data and creation of clinical radiotherapy treatment plans, and to assist in the production of immobilisation and dose delivery devices and equipment. It offers the opportunity for a rewarding and varied career. You will work alongside and be supported by a team of experienced Radiotherapy Physics staff including Dosimetrists, Physicists and Clinical Technicians.
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
This role is suited for somebody with a passion for the application of science and technology in healthcare, possessing good practical and analytical skills. If you are a collaborative team player and great communicator and would like to pursue a well-paid career with good progression prospects, serving NHS patients daily, then this opportunity could be for you.
You will undertake a fully funded, professionally accredited BSc (Hons) Degree qualification in Healthcare Science (Medical Physics Technology) specialising in Radiotherapy Physics (https://courses.uwe.ac.uk/ST0413B/healthcare-science-practitioner-medical-physics-technology). There may be an opportunity to join the department permanently at the end of your training but in any case, your new-found skills as a radiotherapy physics assistant will be in high demand as there is a national shortage of trained staff. This post will be commencing in September 2026.
Applicants should be numerate, computer literate and practically minded. Applicants must meet the entry requirements for the degree course at the University of West of England in Bristol. This currently requires 128 UCAS points from A level (ABB, including at least one relevant science from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Physiology), + Maths and English GCSE Grade C (4) or equivalent’. Alternative qualifications may be accepted, subject to the UWE admissions process. Applications may be considered from candidates with a lower UCAS points score who can demonstrate a particular aptitude for the role.
Salary will be paid at agenda for change band 5 annex 21 and the starting salary will be £25,377 per annum, based on 37.5 hours per week. The salary rises to £27,330 in year 2 then £29,282 in year 3, based on 2026/27 salary scales. When you successfully complete the apprenticeship, the starting salary for a qualified band 5 post would be £32,073 per annum (based on current NHS payscales). Please note that the Band 5 job description advertised is the role once the apprenticeship is completed.
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Candidates shortlisted must be available all day for interview on Wednesday 22nd July. These will take place in person at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, Wonford, Exeter in the Medical Physics department, Exeter Oncology Centre. The successful candidate offered an apprenticeship must be able to accept, with proof of the required A level outcomes (where appropriate), by 5pm Thursday 23rd July. The deadline for final applications to UWE is 31st July (predicted grades are sufficient for application and enrolment with UWE, pending confirmation of actuals).
For more information on a career as a medical physics technologist see Clinical or medical technology in medical physics | Health Careers
If you are interested and would like further information, then please get in touch.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week
Interview Date: 22 July 2026
For further information please contact: Rob Biggar, Radiotherapy Physics Operational Lead, r.biggar@nhs.net 01392 402127 or Martin Wray-Cook, Lead Radiotherapy Physicist (Treatment Planning), m.wray-cook@nhs.net 01392 404576 or Éadaoin Isaacs, Principal Dosimetrist, eadaoinisaacs@nhs.net 01392 402155 or Steve Shackley, Lead Mould Room Technologist, steven.shackley@nhs.net 01392 402129
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
