Senior Nurse Endoscopist with certificate of sponsorship to the UK
Important Visa Information
This position is eligible for a Certificate of Sponsorship for skilled workers wishing to relocate to the UK. However, applicants must verify their visa eligibility directly with the employer before applying. The employer will consider applications from candidates requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications.
Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Nurse Endoscopist team at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. The Endoscopy unit at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is the biggest and busiest unit in the country providing high quality diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, based of site in a state-of-the-art purpose-built unit with in the Quadram Institute. We are part of the East of England endoscopy training academy.
The role of Nurse Endoscopist provides the opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated individual to deliver a professional Nurse Endoscopist service. The successful candidate will work alongside both nursing and consultant colleagues in shaping the future direction of gastroenterology and endoscopy services.
Band 8a would be a qualified Nurse Endoscopist who has completed both upper and lower GI training and is working as an independent practitioner. Both full-time and part-time hours would be considered.
Company Information
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
Location
The position is based at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, located in Norwich with postcode NR4 7UY. The hospital is easily accessible via various transportation links, including a free Park & Ride service direct to the NNUH Colney Lane site.
Salary and Benefits
The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £55,690 to £62,682 per annum, paid under the Agenda for change pay scheme. This is a Band 8a position with permanent employment status. In addition to the standard NHS benefits, we offer an excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement, along with various other benefits designed to support staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
Working Pattern
This position offers both full-time and flexible working arrangements. We understand the importance of work-life balance and are committed to accommodating individual needs where possible. The role requires working as part of a highly skilled team providing high quality diagnostic endoscopy services.
Employment Type
This is a permanent position, offering long-term career development opportunities within one of the UK’s leading NHS trusts. Permanent roles provide stability and access to comprehensive career progression pathways within the organisation.
Language Requirements
Applicants must have proficient English language skills to effectively communicate with patients, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams. This includes both written communication skills for report writing and verbal communication for patient consultations and team collaboration.
Education and Qualifications
The essential qualifications for this position include:
- Registered Nurse status with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
- Non-medical prescriber qualification
- Extensive post registration experience
The desirable qualifications are not specified for this role, but candidates with additional endoscopy-specific certifications or advanced practice qualifications may be at an advantage.
Essential Experience
Candidates must possess extensive post registration experience as a Registered Nurse. This senior level position requires proven clinical expertise in endoscopic procedures and the ability to work independently and unsupervised as a practitioner in performing diagnostic endoscopy procedures demonstrating high levels of clinical judgement and clinical decision making.
Key Responsibilities
As a senior Nurse Endoscopist, you will:
- Vet all referrals coming into the unit from both clinics and primary care for all outpatient endoscopy
- Work closely with endoscopy admin managers and booking co-ordinators to ensure timely patient booking
- Deliver teaching as part of the faculty team on JAG accredited courses
- Mentor and manage the training of new nurse/clinical endoscopists at the trust
- Act as a role model and mentor to junior members of the NE team and nursing team
- Work independently and unsupervised as a practitioner performing diagnostic endoscopy procedures
- Implement and provide clinical teaching and education to medical/nursing colleagues
- Undertake vetting of referrals for patients requiring upper or lower GI endoscopy
- Identify the need for audits and benchmarking to improve the service
About the Employer
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff! We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students.
What We Offer
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream – access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
How to Apply
Apply via NHS Jobs website. Please ensure you complete your application thoroughly and include all relevant documentation to support your application. The closing date for applications is 10 March 2026.
Application Checklist for International Candidates
If you are an international candidate applying for this position with certificate of sponsorship, please ensure you have completed the following:
- Verify your eligibility for UK skilled worker visa with the employer
- Obtain criminal record certificates from any country you have resided in for 12+ months in the past 10 years
- Gather evidence of your qualifications and experience
- Contact Adrian Ramdass (Lead Nurse) with any specific questions about the sponsorship process
li>Prepare your current professional registration documentation
Contact Information
For questions about the job, contact:
Adrian Ramdass (Lead Nurse)
Email: Adrian.ramdass@nnuh.nhs.uk
Phone: 01603288028
Additional Information
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. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.
Privacy Notice
Your personal data will be processed in accordance with the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital’s privacy notice. For more information, please visit: https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/publication/recruitment-privacy-notice-version-2/
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is 10 March 2026. Early applications are encouraged as this position may be filled before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.
Further Information
For more information about Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, please visit our website: https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/. The hospital is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their background.