Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Registered Nurse to join the Endoscopy Unit at Leigh Infirmary and become part of an evolving and innovative team.
We would particularly welcome applicants with previous Endoscopy/Theatre/ICU experience, although this is not essential.
We can offer you a training programme where you will be supported by our Clinical educator and other senior staff.
Please note this vacancy may close earlier than the specified closing date if a high volume of suitable applications are received.
Main duties of the job
Under the supervision of the ward manager the nurse is responsible for the provision, organisation and direction of nursing care of the patients in their care.
To communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and high quality care is provided to all patients.
About Us
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
At WWL we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.
Details
Date posted
13 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
M
Job locations
Leigh Infirmary
The Avenue
Leigh
WN7 1HS
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Key results from the job holder
To provide the highest standards of care to our patients. Performs well within a multidisciplinary team Upholds NMC Code of Conduct Adheres to Trust policies and procedures
Planning and Organisational Duties
Accountable for nursing practice and takes every opportunity to sustain and improve his/her knowledge and professional competence
Participates in the assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care relevant to patients within sphere of responsibility and under supervision.
To be sensitive to the needs of the patients in relation to curtesy, privacy and dignity
To be familiar with and adhere to Trust and Divisional objectives, policies, guidelines and current legislation.
Communications and Key Working Relationships
To communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and high quality care is provided to all patients
Maintain effective working relationships with ward colleagues particularly those highlighted within the organisational chart above.
Responsibility for Finance
To be aware of resources and give high quality cost effective care.
Responsibility for Human Resources
In conjunction with the ward manager, participate in induction programmes, introducing new staff to the ward and their duties.
Responsibility for Health & Safety
Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 the post holder is required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions and reporting of all incidents, near misses and hazards, and a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
Responsibility for Teaching
Take personal responsibility for developing and maintain own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in conjunction with NMC guidance
Attend mandatory training as directed by Trust
In conjunction with the ward manager, help create and maintain a suitable learning environment for staff and students and act as a mentor in the supervision and teach of less experienced staff.
To develop own teaching skills and participate in education programmes supervising unqualified nurses and students as directed.
Work Circumstances & on-call
Shifts of 6 or 12 hours to include nights and weekends. Rosters are planned and released six weeks in advance
Job description
Job Responsibilities
Key results from the job holder
To provide the highest standards of care to our patients. Performs well within a multidisciplinary team Upholds NMC Code of Conduct Adheres to Trust policies and procedures
Planning and Organisational Duties
Accountable for nursing practice and takes every opportunity to sustain and improve his/her knowledge and professional competence
Participates in the assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care relevant to patients within sphere of responsibility and under supervision.
To be sensitive to the needs of the patients in relation to curtesy, privacy and dignity
To be familiar with and adhere to Trust and Divisional objectives, policies, guidelines and current legislation.
Communications and Key Working Relationships
To communicate effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and high quality care is provided to all patients
Maintain effective working relationships with ward colleagues particularly those highlighted within the organisational chart above.
Responsibility for Finance
To be aware of resources and give high quality cost effective care.
Responsibility for Human Resources
In conjunction with the ward manager, participate in induction programmes, introducing new staff to the ward and their duties.
Responsibility for Health & Safety
Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 the post holder is required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions and reporting of all incidents, near misses and hazards, and a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions.
Responsibility for Teaching
Take personal responsibility for developing and maintain own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness in conjunction with NMC guidance
Attend mandatory training as directed by Trust
In conjunction with the ward manager, help create and maintain a suitable learning environment for staff and students and act as a mentor in the supervision and teach of less experienced staff.
To develop own teaching skills and participate in education programmes supervising unqualified nurses and students as directed.
Work Circumstances & on-call
Shifts of 6 or 12 hours to include nights and weekends. Rosters are planned and released six weeks in advance
Person Specification
Essential
Skills
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to maintain and improve standards of care
Ability to challenge unacceptable behaviour or practice in a professional context
Desirable
Basic computer skills
Essential
Experience
Experience in the relevant speciality of which you are applying
Experience of working independently and as a member of a team
Desirable
Post Qualification Experience
Experience of Audit research
Previous experience in a caring environment
Experience of clinical supervision
Essential
Qualifications
RGN
Recent evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
Teaching and Assessing Course
Specialist Skills Course
Degree/Diploma Studies
Knowledge
Essential
Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional Endoscopy issues
Knowledge of evidence based practice
Understanding of research/audit
Desirable
Understanding of resource management
Understanding of education/student requirements
Essential
Additional
Flexible and positive approach to work
Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
Person Specification
Essential
Flexible and positive approach to work
Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Leigh Infirmary
The Avenue
Leigh
WN7 1HS
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Employer details
Employer name
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Leigh Infirmary
The Avenue
Leigh
WN7 1HS
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