Healthcare Assistant (Endoscopy) in Sunderland SR4 7TP inSunderland SR4 7TP PUBLISHED MON 6 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

Support patients through their endoscopy journey at South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust. As a Healthcare Assistant (Endoscopy) you’ll be based at either Sunderland Royal Hospital (SR4 7TP) or South Tyneside District Hospital (NE34 0PL) with cross‑site working expected. The role involves assisting registered nurses before, during and after endoscopic procedures, acting as the second assistant during procedures, supporting decontamination and maintaining accurate records. Shifts are mainly Monday–Friday with some evenings, weekends and participation in an out‑of‑hours on‑call rota. This permanent, full‑time post is Band 2 (£24,465) rising to Band 3 (£24,937–£26,598) on successful completion of the Care Certificate and consolidated learning. Please note Skilled Worker sponsorship is not available for this role and appointment is subject to a DBS check.

This vacancy is ideal for compassionate carers and experienced support workers—particularly women seeking stable, community‑based work with real progression. You’ll need Level 2 literacy and numeracy, basic IT skills and some care experience; training towards the Care Certificate and further qualifications is encouraged and supported. The Trust promotes flexible working, wellbeing and career development, and offers local staff benefits such as a fitness centre, libraries and a care co‑ordinator to help with childcare arrangements. If you’d like to take the next step in endoscopy care, click the "Apply Now" button next to this advert on jobsincare.com to submit your application.