Assistant Practitioner/RNA

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS FT; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an RNA/AP for their Endoscopy Unit on a fixed-term basis until October 2025. This part-time role involves providing high-quality clinical support during endoscopy procedures, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a dedicated team. Ongoing training will be provided to support professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working

27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme

Free eye tests and health checks

Gym discounts, bicycle loan scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Support services for stress, bereavement, relationships, and finance

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly motivated individuals committed to delivering high standards of care.
• Ability to work independently within defined limits.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified nursing staff and consultants in delivering clinical care.
• Assess, deliver, and record care for patients undergoing procedures.
• Support patients transitioning between care settings.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Motivation

Organizational skills

Job description

Band 4 - Fixed term until October 2025

26 hours per week

A fantastic opportunity has arisen in our Endoscopy Unit at Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care Organisation for an RNA/ AP to join our existing Endoscopy team on a fixed-term basis until October 2025 for maternity leave cover, on a part-time basis.

The Endoscopy Unit within the NHS Foundation Trust is JAG accredited. The service includes a 3-room Endoscopy unit delivering both diagnostic and therapeutic interventions to all patients.

Role Overview

The primary focus of this role is to provide effective, high-quality service related to specific clinical procedures within the Endoscopy Unit. This involves undertaking a range of clinical procedures, requiring knowledge of the procedures and the ability to handle non-routine activities such as managing complications, answering patient questions, and monitoring progress during and after procedures under supervision.

The post holder should be motivated, able to work as part of a well-established team, and possess excellent communication skills to support the daily operations of the service.

Candidate Requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly motivated individuals committed to delivering high standards of care
• Ability to work independently within defined limits and competence, using own initiative

Training will be ongoing to support professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist qualified nursing staff and consultants in delivering direct and indirect clinical care to patients undergoing endoscopy procedures
• Assess, deliver, and record care for patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
• Support patients transitioning between care settings

The role requires organizational skills, independence, and excellent communication abilities to support the team in the day-to-day operation of the unit.

About Us

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of hospital and community services for adults and children.

Our vision is to improve health outcomes and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our partners. We value safety, care, respect, communication, and learning.

Diversity and Inclusion

We aim to make our workforce truly representative of our community and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially from Black, Asian & minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and disabled people.

Benefits

• Flexible working
• 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme
• Free eye tests and health checks
• Gym discounts, bicycle loan scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Support services for stress, bereavement, relationships, and finance

Contact

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Sarah Irvine
• Job Title: Unit Manager
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]