Band 6 Clinical Engineer - Reading - Sanctuary Personal

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Job Title: Band 6 Clinical Engineer


Location: Reading, UK


Salary: £26.00 per hour


Contract: Ongoing


Hours: Full-Time


Seize an exciting opportunity to join a forward‑thinking Clinical Engineering team in Reading as a Band 6 Clinical Engineer. This full‑time, ongoing locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £26.00 and the chance to work across key clinical settings, including general wards and ICU. With NHS experience essential, this position is perfect for a skilled engineer ready to make a meaningful impact on healthcare delivery.


To excel in this role, you will need a degree in Clinical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. You should either be RCT registered or working towards registration, and ideally hold HCPC registration. A full UK driving licence is also preferable, as the role involves travelling between sites.


Perks and Benefits

  • Full‑Time Stability: Enjoy consistent working hours while experiencing the adaptability and variety that locum roles offer.
  • Work–Life Balance: Embrace flexibility in an environment that values personal wellbeing and autonomy.
  • Professional Growth: Access diverse clinical settings and continuous learning opportunities to expand your technical expertise.
  • Supportive Team Culture: Join a collaborative environment that prioritises innovation, development, and high‑quality patient care.

What You Will Do

  • Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on a wide range of medical equipment to ensure operational safety and reliability.
  • Work closely with clinical teams to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues across wards and ICU.
  • Provide specialist input during the evaluation, selection, and procurement of medical devices.
  • Contribute to quality assurance procedures and compliance with relevant healthcare engineering standards.
  • Participate in ongoing training to stay up to date with emerging technologies and best practices.

Why Reading?

Reading is a thriving hub of culture, technology, and opportunity. With excellent transport links to London, a rich history, vibrant arts scene, and plentiful dining and shopping options, it offers a fantastic quality of life. Whether you’re exploring its green spaces or its modern business district, Reading is a brilliant place to develop your career.


Working with Sanctuary Personnel

Sanctuary Personnel is an award‑winning and highly trusted agency with an ‘Excellent’ Trustpilot rating from over 1,000 reviews. We are committed to securing top‑tier rates and matching you with roles that reflect your skills, experience, and ambitions.


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