# Endoscope Decontamination Technician (Relief Cover) > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/endoscope-decontamination-technician-relief-cover/b6f1f270-9607-4644-b405-3c1195358fdd - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/endoscope-decontamination-technician-relief-cover/b6f1f270-9607-4644-b405-3c1195358fdd.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Manchester - **Region:** North West - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Estates and facilities - **Grade:** Band 2 - **Salary:** £25,272 per annum (pro rata) - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Rotational 7 day roster) - **Closing date:** 2026-06-18T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-05T09:12:33.653Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Manchester/Manchester/Manchester_University_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Endoscope_Decontamination_Service/Endoscope_Decontamination_Service-v7988202 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/7988202?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.mft.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview The post holder will be part of a Endoscope Decontamination team who will assist with the process of endoscope decontamination across all satellite areas within the Manchester University NHS Foundation trust (MFT). She/he will be based from the Endoscopy Units, at the Manchester Royal Infirmary, Trafford General Hospital or North Manchester General Hospital sites, and be allocated to one of the satellite areas requiring the services of a decontamination technician. The decontamination team will cover weekdays, bank holidays, evenings, and weekend shifts on a rotational basis as part of a seven-day service. ### Main duties of the job Understand the functions and clinical use of endoscopes.  Have working knowledge of all endoscopes used, to include an overview of the instrument construction and care and maintenance requirements.. Understand and put into practice the principles of endoscope cleaning and decontamination in line with National and Local policy. Work within the National Endoscopy Occupational standards and “Decontamination Room Workforce Competences” which will be assessed on a regular basis. Undertake Automated Endoscope Reprocessor (AER) manufacturer’s operators training and attend periodic update sessions. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’ To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place.  This welcoming one‑stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are — what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others.  You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place', simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Documents to download’ section and once opened, you can either scan or click on the QR code. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. ## Job Details The post holder will be part of a Endoscope Decontamination team who will assist with the process of endoscope decontamination across all satellite areas within the Manchester University NHS Foundation trust (MFT). She/he will be based from the Endoscopy Units, at the Manchester Royal Infirmary, Trafford General Hospital or North Manchester General Hospital sites, and be allocated to one of the satellite areas requiring the services of a decontamination technician. The decontamination team will cover weekdays, bank holidays, evenings, and weekend shifts on a rotational basis as part of a seven-day service. ## Job Description Understand the functions and clinical use of endoscopes. Have working knowledge of all endoscopes used, to include an overview of the instrument construction and care and maintenance requirements.. Understand and put into practice the principles of endoscope cleaning and decontamination in line with National and Local policy. Work within the National Endoscopy Occupational standards and “Decontamination Room Workforce Competences” which will be assessed on a regular basis. Undertake Automated Endoscope Reprocessor (AER) manufacturer’s operators training and attend periodic update sessions. ## Responsibilities To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’ To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one‑stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are — what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place', simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Documents to download’ section and once opened, you can either scan or click on the QR code. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. ## Person Specification ### Skills **Essential** - Good communication skills/ written and verbal - Able to work on own initiative, following direction by supervisor or nursing colleagues. - Good Organisational skills **Desirable** - Basic computer skills ### Experience & Knowledge **Essential** - Knowledge and understanding of the type of work involved and awareness of working in a healthcare environment. - Basic computer skills **Desirable** - Previous experience of Endoscope decontamination processes - NHS Experience ### Educational Qualifications **Essential** - General standard of education to certification level. **Desirable** - NVQ 2 in Decontamination ## Documents - [job description (pdf, 160.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10271883) - [functional requirements (pdf, 933.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10271884) - [inside mft – your candidate place (pdf, 306.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2890) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.