Endoscope Technician

Transformationunitgm; Wythenshawe; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS Foundation Trust in Wythenshawe is hiring a Decontamination Assistant to join their team. This role involves assisting with the decontamination of endoscopes used across different hospital departments. The position requires a commitment to flexible working hours, including bank holidays and weekends. Candidates should have GCSE level education and experience in healthcare settings. Comprehensive training will be offered to ensure compliance with decontamination standards and procedures.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Opportunity to develop skills

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in a healthcare setting.
• Ability to work weekends and bank holidays if required.
• Understanding of flexible endoscopes and their decontamination.

Responsibilities

• Assist with endoscope decontamination processes.
• Manual cleaning of various types of endoscopes.
• Support the efficient running of the department with clerical tasks.

Skills

Communication

Knowledge of endoscope decontamination

Ability to manage workload

Education

GCSE level education

Job description

Main area Decontamination Grade Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (5 out of 7 days per week, including weekends,bank holidays, early starts, late finishes) Job ref 349-WTWA-7594492*

Employer Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Wythenshawe Hospital Town Manchester Salary £24,465 Per annum (pro rata) Salary period Yearly Closing 05/01/2026 23:59

Band 2

Job overview

The post holder will be part of a Decontamination team who will assist with the process of endoscope decontamination of all flexible endoscopes used in the different departments within the hospital. The Decontamination team will cover weekdays, bank holidays, evenings, and weekend shifts on a rotational basis as part of a seven-day service. This is not a patient facing/patient based role

Main duties of the job

To undertake, under the direction and supervision of the Unit Manager, Assistant Manager, Team Lead, Supervisors the care and cleaning of endoscopy equipment in the Central Decontamination Unit.

To undertake the manual cleaning and process of all different types of endoscopes from around the trust.

To gain knowledge and understanding of the functions and clinical use of endoscopes including care, maintenance, and instrument construction

Working knowledge of all endoscopes

Able to demonstrate understanding of the principles of endoscope decontamination adhering to local and national guidelines, standards, and policies

Complete manufacturers training for operators of automated endoscope washer disinfectors

Communication both verbal and non‑verbal is a key skill required for this role.

To provide clerical support as required ensuring the efficient and effective running of the department at all times.

Full training will be provided to the successful candidate.

Working for our organisation

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe, a great place to start or grow your career. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.
You'll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued at work. You can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here.
You'll find that we’re committed to helping you grow - whether you want to develop new skills, progress in your career, or simply make a difference in your community. We offer equal opportunities for everyone, and we’ll support you with training, development, and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing, and safety matter.
Most importantly, you’ll be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. You’ll make new friends, build strong relationships, and have a real voice in shaping the future of our Trust.
At MFT we’re All Here For You - every step of the way. Join us today.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other.

As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role‑specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating anding diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Person specification

• Educated to GCSE level
• Able to manage own workload
• Knowledge and experience of working in a healthcare setting
• Knowledge of flexible endoscopes/decontamination of flexible endoscopes
• Able to meet the requirements of the unit which may include working weekends and bank holidays

Employer certification / accreditation badges

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.