# Nurse Endoscopist > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/nurse-endoscopist/e1cc66f7-a218-43e4-9034-e3fa90758728 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/nurse-endoscopist/e1cc66f7-a218-43e4-9034-e3fa90758728.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** King's Mill Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Nurse (adult and children) - **Grade:** Band 8 - **Salary:** £57,528 - £64,750 per annum - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-08-27T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-08-13T13:16:31.954Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Nottinghamshire/Sutton_Ashfield/Sherwood_Forest_Hospitals_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Medicine/Medicine-v8228312 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8228312?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Join us at Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust's Endoscopy Department, where an exciting opportunity awaits an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical/Nurse Endoscopist. Our JAG accredited unit, inclusive of the esteemed East Midlands Endoscopy Training Centre, offers a dynamic environment for professional growth. As a successful applicant, you'll have the chance to contribute to our renowned faculty, supported by our commitment to continuous learning and development. This role calls for a skilled Endoscopist proficient in Upper & Lower Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Procedures. With our focus on professional advancement, you'll collaborate closely with senior Nurse Endoscopists and clinical specialists, ensuring robust support for your ongoing development. Join our cohesive team of Nurse Endoscopists dedicated to mentorship and coaching across all disciplines within the endoscopy setting. If you possess the requisite skills, seize this opportunity to thrive in a stimulating and supportive environment, advancing your career while making a meaningful impact in patient care. ### Main duties of the job To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the job please refer the job description attached. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Not all of our roles are eligible for sponsorship to find out which roles are eligible for sponsorship please refer to the shortage occupation list found here: Skilled Worker visa: eligible healthcare and education jobs - GOV.UK Home Office guidance has changed as of the 9th April, anyone that requires switching visa type may not be eligible for sponsorship even if the role is on the shortage occupation list. ### Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Skilled in performing therapeutic endoscopy (eg EMR/ polypectomy) - Evidence of effective leadership and developmental work undertaken - Decision making skills/ problem solving skills - Initiating and sustaining effective interpersonal and professional relationships - Knowledge of both endoscopy Global Rating Scale (GRS) and JAG accreditation standards - Organisational and management skills - The ability to function as an effective team member - Knowledge of current clinical and nursing research related to endoscopy - Computer literacy - Previous experience of formal/ informal teaching to patients and staff - Audit and research knowledge - Evidence of up to date knowledge base of professional and managerial issues in relation to endoscopy and the NHS - Demonstrate understanding of relevant national strategy/ policy and how this relates to endoscopy - Ability to facilitate professional growth in colleagues - Effective project and change management ### Contractual Requirements **Essential** - Mandatory update - Intermediate life support - Continued professional development - Demonstrate professionalism and patient advocacy - Ability to work flexibly within working hours of department ### Professional Qualification **Essential** - First level registered nurse - Evidence of relevant training in upper and lower GI endoscopy. - Teaching/ assessment/ mentorship qualification - Evidence of continued personal professional development plan **Desirable** - Project management training/experience - Post registration management and / or leadership course or evidence to demonstrate equivalent experience - JAG accreditation as independent endoscopist for gastroscopy and colonoscopy ### Special skills and aptitudes **Essential** - Insights into clinical governance and risk management - Commitment to professional responsibilities - Commitment to developing evidence based practice - Awareness of the physical effort related to the practice environment - Calm and effective under pressure - Ability to think strategically - Demonstrates a clear vision of the role and service - Ability to initiate, sustain and evaluate change - Decision making skills - Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service in conjunction with other members of the team - Demonstrates skilled written and verbal communication skills - Demonstrates understanding of commitment to maintain own fitness for practice through maintaining a personal profile of competencies (portfolio) - Understanding of appropriate health and safety legislation - Understanding of equal opportunities ### Specialist Knowledge Requirements **Essential** - Demonstrate up to date knowledge and expertise in upper and lower GI endoscopy - Knowledge and experience of the principles of the administration of intravenous sedatives and their reversal agents - Non-medical Independent or supplementary prescriber - Competent in peripheral cannulation - Specialist knowledge surrounding clinical examination and assessment - Knowledge of the key professional issues and NMC guidelines relating to professional practice - Evidence of being able to work across organisational boundaries **Desirable** - JAG accredited train the trainer qualification ## Documents - [benefits leaflet (pdf, 834.4kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2702) - [application guide (pdf, 584.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2448) - [our staff networks (pdf, 810.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2938) - [nurse endoscopist jd (pdf, 228.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10537764) - [nursing, midwifery & ahp strategy 25-28 (pdf, 2.6mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2492) ## 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.