Endoscopy Nurse

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester is looking for a Registered Nurse to join the Endoscopy Unit at Wythenshawe Hospital. This role involves assisting with a range of endoscopy procedures and providing high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will have a nursing degree or diploma, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to professional development. This permanent full-time position offers £31,049 to £37,796 per annum.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current nursing issues.
• Experience of working on own and as part of a team.
• Evidence of teaching and assessing skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures.
• Delivering high quality, patient focused care.
• Supporting junior staff and participating in teaching.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proven ability to problem-solve

Ability to organise workload and delegate tasks appropriately

Well developed organisational skills

Education

First level registration – Registered Nurse Degree or Diploma

Teaching qualification – Degree level 6 study Diploma

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Endoscopy Unit at Wythenshawe Hospital. You will be supported by our dedicated Clinical Educator to become competent in assisting with a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures. If you are enthusiastic, motivated and keen to learn then this is a perfect opportunity to extend your skills and join our friendly team.

Main duties of the job

Join us and you'll have the opportunity to learn new skills and develop skills you already have. With access to 4 procedure rooms including fluoroscopy (x‑ray) room, our procedures are varied and diverse and include diagnostics, therapeutics and surveillance, gastroscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, PEG insertion, ERCP/Spyglass, EUS/FNA, Double Balloon Enteroscopy (DBE), BRAVO delivering high quality care to our patients. So there is a real range of specialisms to develop your skills and experience. To succeed, you'll need to be committed to delivering high quality, patient focused care with pride and respect, have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to provide evidence of personal and professional development. With recent acute NHS experience as a must, we'll train you in our endoscopy services and along the way, you'll be supported by our in‑house endoscopy educator with access to some of the most sought‑after bespoke courses to progress your knowledge and experience in this field.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward‑thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working – empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives. At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job – it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details

Date posted: 24 November 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum (pro rata)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full‑time

Reference number: 349-MRI-7496037*

Job location: Wythenshawe Hospital, Southmoor Road, Wythenshawe, Manchester, M23 9LT

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities and specific skills and experience required are detailed in the attached Job Description & Person Specification documents. Applicants are encouraged to review the Candidate Essentials Guide, which outlines our trust, benefits, and key expectations before applying.

Person Specification

Qualifications – Essential

• First level registration – Registered Nurse Degree or Diploma

Qualifications – Desirable

• Teaching qualification – Degree level 6 study Diploma

Knowledge – Essential

• Knowledge of current nursing issues
• Knowledge of clinical governance, IT/Word processing

Training & Experience – Essential

• Experience of working on own and as part of a team
• Ability to supervise and support junior staff
• Evidence of teaching and assessing skills/ability

Training & Experience – Desirable

• Endoscopy/Theatre experience

Skills & Abilities – Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to problem‑solve
• Ability to organise workload and delegate tasks appropriately
• Well developed organisational skills, dexterity and accuracy in physical skills

Background checks and sponsorship

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required to verify any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers requiring current Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside other applications. For further information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must provide a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information see the NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Wythenshawe Hospital, Southmoor Road, Wythenshawe, Manchester, M23 9LT

Employer's website: https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)