🌟 Mammography Associate Apprentice – Exeter 🌟
Kick-start your career in healthcare while making a real difference!
💷 £24,500 starting salary, increasing to £27,000 upon qualification
Are you looking for a role where you can combine care, compassion and technical skill? Do you want to be part of a team that helps save lives every single day? If the answer is yes – then this apprenticeship could be for you!
👉 This role will start in January 2026, giving you time to complete induction and training ahead of your apprenticeship course starting in February.
At the NHS Breast Screening Programme, we’re proud to provide a vital service to women across Devon. As a Mammography Associate Apprentice, you’ll play a key part in supporting patients through their breast screening journey, working alongside a brilliant team of Radiographers, Nurses and Radiologists.
💡 What’s in it for you?
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A Level 4 Apprenticeship qualification in Mammography – with full training, mentoring and on-the-job support.
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The chance to learn specialist skills in operating mammography equipment and producing high-quality images.
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Experience across our Exeter static centre and on our mobile screening units that travel around Devon.
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The satisfaction of knowing your work directly contributes to the early detection of breast cancer and supports women’s health across the region.
🎓 What you’ll be doing
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Learning both practically and academically to become a confident Mammography Associate.
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Supporting patients with kindness, empathy and professionalism – helping them feel comfortable during their screening.
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Working with cutting-edge equipment to deliver high-quality breast images to NHS standards.
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Playing an active role in clinics, from preparing equipment to assisting in procedures and ensuring everything runs smoothly.
👩⚕️ Who we’re looking for
We’d love to hear from you if you are:
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A people-person who enjoys supporting others and working in a team.
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Calm, professional and empathetic – especially in sensitive situations.
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A good communicator with strong attention to detail.
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Flexible and happy to work across different sites when needed.
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Educated to GCSE level (Maths & English grade 4/C or above) and have a full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle.
✨ Previous healthcare experience isn’t essential – what matters most is your enthusiasm, willingness to learn, and commitment to providing outstanding patient care.
📍 Location: Exeter (with travel across Devon on mobile units)
📅 Start Date: January 2026 (the apprenticeship course begins in February)
⏳ Training Duration: 12–18 months
🎯 Qualification Gained: Level 4 Mammography Associate Apprenticeship
Ready to take the first step into a career that truly matters?
Apply now and begin your journey towards becoming a qualified Mammography Associate Practitioner!