Imaging Support Worker

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Closing date is 27 January 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for friendly, caring and motivated individuals to join our Portering team within the Medical Imaging department at the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust, with full-time or part-time contracts available.

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

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 peoples 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.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you’ll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The post holder(s) must be flexible and hardworking.

Porters play a crucial part in keeping the Medical Imaging working by moving patients between wards and the department for various tests and procedures as required. As a porter in Medical Imaging you will play a vital part in the provision of excellent care to our patients.

Working in the Medical Imaging team to support the transfer of in‑patients between wards and Medical Imaging for tests and procedures.

We are looking for enthusiastic and committed team members who are willing to work hard to maintain our service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Previous experience is not essential as full training is provided on commencement of employment.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours

Interview Date: Tuesday 10th February 2026

For further information please contact: Michael Gibson, Senior Radiographer on or

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.

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'll help you get there.

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