Senior Nurse - Endoscopy

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Endoscopy Department for a Full‑time Band 6 who is professional, enthusiastic and innovative and has an interest in JAG accreditation. The successful candidate should demonstrate a kind and compassionate attitude and possess the skills and experience to provide clinical leadership to ensure care is delivered effectively and efficiently within the unit. Evidence of experience within endoscopy is essential.

The post holder will be a competent clinical staff member who provides effective leadership in support of the unit manager and deputy manager, supervising a team of nurses to ensure the best standards of specialised care. Working collaboratively and co‑operatively with the unit manager and Matron, the candidate will help develop services for patients within the endoscopy unit and be responsible for working towards and maintaining JAG status for the department as part of the multidisciplinary team for gastroenterology.

The successful candidate will bring significant clinical endoscopy experience, documented competency in all aspects of endoscopy nursing, and sound clinical expertise to their team. They will be a role model for expert care, lead specific projects and management functions delegated by the Senior Sister or Charge Nurse, and demonstrate specialist knowledge of JAG/GRS/Decontamination. They will provide advice, guidance and be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for all patients within the Endoscopy Department.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post;
Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, it provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000 across North Wales. Join our team and receive the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy working with engaged leadership at all levels and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity. We are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

• Date posted: 29 January 2026
• Pay scheme:
  Agenda for change
• Band:
  Band 6
• Salary: £39,263 to £47,280 a year per annum pro rata
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Working pattern:
  Full‑time, Part‑time
• Reference number: 050‑NMR
  071‑0126
• Job location:
  
  Endoscopy Unit, Ysbyty Gwynedd, Penrhosgarnedd, Bangor, LL57 2PW

Full detailed job description and Person Specification are available in the supporting documents. Please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Experience – Essential

• Significant post‑registration experience in Endoscopy
• Knowledge of JAG/GRS processes
• Completion and evidence of clinical competency in endoscopy nursing
• Knowledge of local policies, procedures and guidelines

Experience – Desirable

• Degree in a relevant clinical or professional subject
• Experience of managing staff
• Experience of undertaking audit work, research and standard setting
• Ability to speak Welsh

Other skills – Essential

• Immediate life support

Other skills – Desirable

• Advanced life support or willingness to undertake

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and therefore 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.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.

Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Endoscopy Unit, Ysbyty Gwynedd, Penrhosgarnedd, Bangor, LL57 2PW

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