Trainee Sonographer Role in Bristol with Sponsorship: Gain Specialist Skills and Apply Now

Location
Bristol, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time, Permanent

Salary (£)
£38,682 – £46,580 per year

About North Bristol NHS Trust
The North Bristol NHS Trust is one of the largest teaching hospital trusts in the country. They’re well known for delivering cutting-edge care and for creating career opportunities that last. Their imaging teams provide life-changing diagnostics to thousands of patients every year, and they take pride in supporting their staff to learn, grow, and thrive in a supportive team environment.

Job details

Benefits

• Fully funded postgraduate diploma – training at Level 7 with academic support
• Hands-on clinical exposure – learn from real patient cases across hospitals and community sites
• Mentorship by senior sonographers – guidance every step of the way
• Career growth opportunities – clear pathway to an autonomous senior role
• NHS pension scheme and staff benefits – financial and personal wellbeing covered

Requirements

• BSc in Radiography or equivalent with at least a 2:1 classification
• Registered with HCPC or on the Register of Clinical Technologists
• At least two years’ healthcare experience with evidence of teamwork
• IELTS Academic score of 7.0 (if English is not first language)
• Strong hand-eye coordination and ability to process complex information
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with a patient-centred approach

Desirable but not essential: prior imaging department experience, knowledge of cross-sectional imaging, or HCPC registration from a CASE-accredited programme.

Salary Details

The role is offered at £38,682 – £46,580 per year, with full NHS benefits and pension.

About the Role

This role isn’t just about scanning images, it’s about shaping the way patients experience care. As a Trainee Sonographer, you’ll join a training pathway that combines postgraduate study with hands-on practice. Over 18 to 24 months, you’ll work across specialties such as obstetrics, gynaecology, abdominal ultrasound, and small parts, developing the confidence to work independently in a senior role.

Your training will cover advanced technical skills, but it’ll also prepare you for the human side of healthcare – from breaking difficult news to supporting patients through uncertain moments. By the end of the programme, you’ll be ready to report scans independently, contribute to clinical governance, and play a vital role in diagnostic services.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound examinations across specialties that inform accurate diagnoses
• Support patient care by explaining procedures and ensuring comfort throughout
• Learn to break sensitive news with empathy and professionalism
• Contribute to audits and quality assurance to improve service delivery
• Attend clinical governance sessions to share learning and reflect on practice
• Take part in CPD activities, building knowledge that benefits both patients and career progression

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The North Bristol NHS Trust is committed to equality and diversity. They welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are proud to provide an inclusive working environment.

Employer Details

• Company Name: North Bristol NHS Trust
• Address: Bristol, United Kingdom
• Contact: Recruitment Team via trust website

Reference Number
Not provided

How To Apply
If this sounds like the next step you’ve been waiting for, don’t hang about. Submit your application today before the vacancy closes.