Staff Nurse - Endoscopy Unit

GEH; Nuneaton and Bedworth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site nursery

27 days annual leave plus bank hols

Cycle to work scheme

Flexible working

Extensive in-house course learning

Job summary

George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust in Nuneaton is recruiting for a Band 5 Endoscopy role on a fixed-term 9‑month contract. Full time 37.5 hours per week across a six‑day working pattern, job ref 230-34693985-PCD-B.

The post involves working in a JAG-accredited Endoscopy unit providing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, with a comprehensive training package and a buddy/mentor to support competency development.

This is a great opportunity to gain NHS experience within a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• The endoscopy unit is a JAG accredited unit. We undertake diagnostic and therapeutic procedures (upper GI, lower GI and respiratory procedures).
• There are a lot of training opportunities, including a comprehensive training package of which you will be supported by our own practice educator facilitator. A buddy/mentor will be allocated to you to support your training, assist you in completing your competencies.
• The endoscopy unit is a fast passed area with 4 procedure rooms, you would be required to work in all areas of the unit- prep/procedure rooms/decontamination & recovery.

Job description

Main area Endoscopy Unit Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract 9 months (Fixed term) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Six day working) Job ref 230-34693985-PCD-B

Site George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust Town Nuneaton Salary £32,073 - £39,043 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 26/10/2026 23:59

George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust opened in 1948 and provides a range of elective, non-elective, surgical, medical, women’s, children’s, diagnostic and therapeutic services to a population of more than 350,000 people.

The hub of the Trust is located on the outskirts of Nuneaton and its services cover a large footprint, including north Warwickshire, south west Leicestershire, and north Coventry. We also provide primary and community services across Coventry, Warwickshire and Leicestershire.

Our vision is"to EXCEL at patient care".

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour aren’t as likely to apply unless they meet every qualification of non specialist roles.

We’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role and meet our values, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with everything in the Job Description or Person Specification– apply anyway or email the Recruiting Manager to discuss the role further

We are proud to support the Armed Forces community. We are a Veteran Aware and Reservist Friendly organisation and welcome applications from Veterans, Reservists, Cadet Instructors, and family members of serving personnel.

Job overview

37.5 hours per week (Six day working)

Fixed Term for 9 months (Secondment Cover)

Closing Date: Monday 26th November 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 5th November 2026 (TBC)

**This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly. **

All correspondence for this vacancy will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk and SPAM areas.

A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community – get in touch to find out more

Main duties of the job

• The endoscopy unit is a JAG accredited unit. We undertake diagnostic and therapeutic procedures (upper GI, lower GI and respiratory procedures).
• There are a lot of training opportunities, including a comprehensive training package of which you will be supported by our own practice educator facilitator. A buddy/mentor will be allocated to you to support your training, assist you in completing your competencies.
• The endoscopy unit is a fast passed area with 4 procedure rooms, you would be required to work in all areas of the unit- prep/procedure rooms/decontamination & recovery.

Working for our organisation

Here at George Eliot our vision to ‘excel at patient care’ taking centre stage. An ever evolving clinically- led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive health services delivered by inspiring and compassionate staff who share our corporate values:

Excellence and safety in everything we do

Challenge but support

Expect respect and dignity

Local health that inspires confidence

Benefits: On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, extensive in-house course learning directory, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.

If you are applying for a Domestic Assistant or Health Care Assistant role you may be eligible for the refer a friend scheme – find out more here: https://www.geh.nhs.uk/about-us/people-and-workforce/vacancies/refer-friend-scheme

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