The Radiography Support and Assistant Workforce: regulatory compliance, governance arrangements, supervision and delegation.

The purpose of this document is to provide valuable guidance for managers, supervising staff, assistant practitioners and clinical support workers in all areas of diagnostic and therapeutic radiography. Through practical examples and advice, it aims to assist in implementing effective governance strategies that ensure a safe and high-quality service. This text delves into the topic of supervision and provides illustrations of situations where delegation can be appropriate.

This document should be read alongside the CoR Education and Career Framework 2022, Developing career pathways for diagnostic imaging support worker roles guidance on roles and responsibilities and the relevant AHP support worker frameworks or information for the nation where the service is located.

• England and Northern Ireland: AHP Support Worker Competency, Education and Career Development Framework
• Scotland: Nursing, midwifery and allied health professionals (NMAHP) development framework
• Wales: An NHS Wales Skills and Career Framework for Healthcare Support Workers supporting Nursing and the Allied Health Professions