About the Role
Assistant Mechanical Technologist in the Radiotherapy Physics team, working in a dedicated mechanical workshop at Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). The role involves supporting departments across the Trust, specialising in the production of bespoke test equipment and patient‑specific devices.
Role Summary
Do you have an interest in mechanical engineering, manufacturing, technology and problem solving? Do you possess good practical, hands‑on and creative skills? Would you like to pursue a well‑paid career with good prospects, helping the NHS serve patients on a daily basis? Want to earn a salary while you train? If so, this could be the position for you.
Responsibilities
Support departments across the Trust, specialising in the production of bespoke test equipment and patient‑specific devices within the mechanical workshop facility. The role requires numeracy and computer literacy and will involve full‑time support to the Radiotherapy Physics team.
Qualifications
Applicants must meet the entry requirements for the college course at Torbay or Exeter College: a minimum of four GCSEs (Grade 4/C) including Maths, Science and English. Alternative qualifications may be accepted subject to the admissions process.
Training and Development
You will undertake a fully funded, accredited college course to bolster your mechanical engineering skills, alongside in‑house training. Upon successful completion of the core three‑year apprenticeship, there will be an opportunity to undertake a further one‑year consolidation/top‑up training period, subject to final organisational approval. Following completion of your training, you will be qualified and working to the level set out in the attached job description, and you will then be eligible to apply for permanent roles and undertake professional registration as a Registered Clinical Technologist (RCT).
Salary & Working Pattern
Salary will be paid at Agenda for Change Band 5 Annex 21, with a current starting salary of £25,377, based on 37.5 hours per week, rising in Years 2 and 3. Working pattern: 37.5 hpw.
Interview Information
Interview date: Monday 27 July 2026. Candidates shortlisted must be available in person all day for interview. This is a fixed‑term contract until 31 August 2029. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.
Contact
Rob Biggar, Radiotherapy Physics Operational Lead, r.biggar@nhs.net 01392 402127Jason Moore, Lead Workshop Clinical Technologist, jason.moore2@nhs.net 01392 402053
EEO Statement
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. Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and ‘At Risk’ status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
Benefits
- 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays) at start, rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
- Flexible working schemes and family‑friendly policies.
- Access to occupational health services, including counselling and onsite wellbeing activities.
- Funding for care certificates, degrees or leadership qualifications; days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements.
- Access to staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options.
- Salary sacrifice options.
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme.
- Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
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