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West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Endoscopy Assistant

The closing date is 25 September 2025

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Job summary

Looking for a change of direction?

Exciting opportunities has arisen for Band 3 Senior Endoscopy Assistants to join our friendly team in the Endoscopy unit at West Suffolk Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

Main duties of the job

To support registered staff in the direct and indirect care of patients undergoing endoscopic procedures, such as gastroscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, colonoscopy, bronchoscopy, ERCP and urology clinics. The post holder will undertake additional clinical activities to that of the Band 3 Endoscopy Assistant and will contribute to the development of unregistered staff.

There will be a variety of shifts, some evenings and Saturday working, to meet Trust and Government targets.

Following training, you will be expected to participate in the emergency out of hour's on-call rota; to participate in the decontamination, traceability and maintenance of endoscopes and other specialised equipment used in endoscopic and non-endoscopic procedures.

About us

#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community

We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.

The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.

Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.

We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.

With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.

We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.

Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?

Details

Date posted

11 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

179-27048115-C

Job locations

West Suffolk Hospital

Hardwick Lane

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 2QZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Clinical responsibilities

Undertake an agreed range of clinical activities in line with defined competencies specific to the specialism of the clinical area including but not limited to: -

Measure and record blood glucose monitoring via capillary blood.

Recording and documenting clinical observations and reporting as appropriate to senior nurse.

Assist with upper and lower GI endoscopic procedures.

Assist with bronchoscopy.

Assist with urology clinics.

Setting up, cleaning and decontamination of equipment.

To be aware of, and demonstrate adherence to, the Trusts policy on infection control and waste disposal.

To adhere to the recommendations for the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) and risk assessments appropriate to the clinical area.

To adhere to the principles of universal precautions in all aspects of patient care and when handling endoscopic equipment.

Identify endoscopes required each day for use within the Endoscopy unit, remote areas and after hours use and prepare as per local and BSG guidelines.

Clean and decontaminate endoscopic equipment in accordance with local and national guidelines and protocols.

Maintain accurate traceability records of all endoscopes and endoscopic accessories and ancillaries.

To participate in any Endoscopy Training programmes.

Ensures the significance of data relating to patients condition and progress is interpreted and acted on.

Ensures safe practice to minimize the risk of infection to patients and staff.

Ensure that protective clothing is worn correctly as required.

Communication and team working

Communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, relatives, and colleagues, referring to senior staff as necessary.

Answer the telephone and relay messages accurately, courteously, and competently.

Welcome patients and visitors in a professional, friendly, and helpful manner.

Work effectively as a member of the endoscopy team, offering support to colleagues and requesting assistance as necessary.

Demonstrates written communication through the ability to record accurate, succinct, clear, and legible documentation.

Contribute to the induction, training, and development of staff within the unit.

Privacy, dignity, equality

Act to promote patients equality, diversity and rights at all times.

Ensure provision of privacy and dignity in all activities.

Ensure all care is individualised and delivered with the informed consent of the patient.

Maintain confidentiality of patient information at all times.

Administrative

Maintain accurate patient records.

Report repairs/maintenance issues appropriately.

Demonstrate insight into own development needs and access development through an agreed Personal Development Plan.

Attend mandatory training, and other in-service training, as necessary.

Report deficiencies in stock levels to the Nurse in Charge and assist in the ordering of supplies.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Clinical responsibilities

Undertake an agreed range of clinical activities in line with defined competencies specific to the specialism of the clinical area including but not limited to: -

Measure and record blood glucose monitoring via capillary blood.

Recording and documenting clinical observations and reporting as appropriate to senior nurse.

Assist with upper and lower GI endoscopic procedures.

Assist with bronchoscopy.

Assist with urology clinics.

Setting up, cleaning and decontamination of equipment.

To be aware of, and demonstrate adherence to, the Trusts policy on infection control and waste disposal.

To adhere to the recommendations for the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) and risk assessments appropriate to the clinical area.

To adhere to the principles of universal precautions in all aspects of patient care and when handling endoscopic equipment.

Identify endoscopes required each day for use within the Endoscopy unit, remote areas and after hours use and prepare as per local and BSG guidelines.

Clean and decontaminate endoscopic equipment in accordance with local and national guidelines and protocols.

Maintain accurate traceability records of all endoscopes and endoscopic accessories and ancillaries.

To participate in any Endoscopy Training programmes.

Ensures the significance of data relating to patients condition and progress is interpreted and acted on.

Ensures safe practice to minimize the risk of infection to patients and staff.

Ensure that protective clothing is worn correctly as required.

Communication and team working

Communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, relatives, and colleagues, referring to senior staff as necessary.

Answer the telephone and relay messages accurately, courteously, and competently.

Welcome patients and visitors in a professional, friendly, and helpful manner.

Work effectively as a member of the endoscopy team, offering support to colleagues and requesting assistance as necessary.

Demonstrates written communication through the ability to record accurate, succinct, clear, and legible documentation.

Contribute to the induction, training, and development of staff within the unit.

Privacy, dignity, equality

Act to promote patients equality, diversity and rights at all times.

Ensure provision of privacy and dignity in all activities.

Ensure all care is individualised and delivered with the informed consent of the patient.

Maintain confidentiality of patient information at all times.

Administrative

Maintain accurate patient records.

Report repairs/maintenance issues appropriately.

Demonstrate insight into own development needs and access development through an agreed Personal Development Plan.

Attend mandatory training, and other in-service training, as necessary.

Report deficiencies in stock levels to the Nurse in Charge and assist in the ordering of supplies.

Person Specification

Education & Qualification

Essential

  • oBasic numeracy & literacy (A-C English & Maths)
  • oStudied to Level NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
  • oBLS

Desirable

  • oAIMs

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

  • oEvidence of development
  • oPrevious care experience

Desirable

  • oEndoscopy/decontamination experience

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • oWell-developed communication skills
  • oAble to competently organise and carryout designated workload within scope of previous training /competences
  • oAble to work in a team environment
  • oAble to work independently

Desirable

  • oIV Cannulation

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • oEvidence of good time keeping and attendance
  • oAmbitious
  • oUses own initiative
  • oFlexible approach to working hours and duties
  • oGood team worker
  • oOccupational health clearance to carry out duties of role
  • oAble to participate in emergency out of hour's on-call rota
Person Specification

Education & Qualification

Essential

  • oBasic numeracy & literacy (A-C English & Maths)
  • oStudied to Level NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
  • oBLS

Desirable

  • oAIMs

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

  • oEvidence of development
  • oPrevious care experience

Desirable

  • oEndoscopy/decontamination experience

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • oWell-developed communication skills
  • oAble to competently organise and carryout designated workload within scope of previous training /competences
  • oAble to work in a team environment
  • oAble to work independently

Desirable

  • oIV Cannulation

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • oEvidence of good time keeping and attendance
  • oAmbitious
  • oUses own initiative
  • oFlexible approach to working hours and duties
  • oGood team worker
  • oOccupational health clearance to carry out duties of role
  • oAble to participate in emergency out of hour's on-call rota

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Suffolk Hospital

Hardwick Lane

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 2QZ


Employer's website

https://www.wsh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Suffolk Hospital

Hardwick Lane

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 2QZ


Employer's website

https://www.wsh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Services Manager

Lorna Aitken

lorna.aitken@wsh.nhs.uk

01284712785

Details

Date posted

11 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

179-27048115-C

Job locations

West Suffolk Hospital

Hardwick Lane

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 2QZ


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