Job summary
Fixed term contract/secondment opportunity until 31st March 2027.
The East of England Endoscopy Training Academy (EoEETA) is funded by NHS England and hosted by Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital. The role involves developing and delivering clinical endoscopy training to staff across the East of England, working as part of the core EoEETA team.
Main duties of the job
The Clinical Endoscopist Lead will provide specialist advice, support delivery of training programmes and lead the regional clinical endoscopist training programme.
- Act as a subject matter expert to drive forward and implement NHS England’s objectives for Clinical Endoscopist education.
- Be responsible for teaching and devising specialist training and development programmes for Clinical Endoscopists.
- Ensure appropriate training programmes and support for clinical endoscopists.
- Develop regional networks for teaching and peer support.
- Work closely with stakeholders to transition the programme from NHS England to EoEETA.
- Lead monitoring and audit of training posts.
- Initiate and implement research and development programmes as appropriate.
About us
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH) is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing acute care for around one million people. It is a teaching and research hospital with state‑of‑the‑art facilities and strong links with the University of East Anglia.
Benefits
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream access up to 40% of your pay
- Free Park & Ride service to NNUH site
- Free 24‑hour confidential counselling support
- On‑site Nursery
- On‑site cafes offering staff discounts
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Details
Date posted: 20 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 8b
Salary: £66,582 to £77,368 a year (pro rata)
Contract: Fixed term, 8 months
Working pattern: Part‑time, Flexible
Reference number: 234‑26‑C0174
Job locations: Regional role – Academy based at Quadram Institute, Research Park, Norwich
Job responsibilities
- Act as a subject matter expert to drive forward and implement NHS England’s objectives and vision for the future of Clinical Endoscopist education.
- Be responsible and accountable for teaching and devising specialist training and development programmes for Clinical Endoscopists across the East of England.
- Ensure that the Clinical Endoscopists follow appropriate training programmes and are supported appropriately.
- Develop regional networks to provide teaching and peer support for Clinical Endoscopists.
- Work closely with multiple stakeholders to enable transition of the programme from NHS England to the Academy.
- Lead regionally on monitoring and audit of training posts with regard to quality and consistency.
- Initiate and implement research and development programmes as appropriate.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Current NMC or HCPC registration
- Joint Advisory Group (JAG) accreditation in upper and/or lower GI diagnostic endoscopy
Experience
- Evidence of Advanced Practice (Master’s level qualification or Advanced Practice Portfolio)
Desirable Experience
- Extensive knowledge of Clinical Endoscopist training and infrastructure requirements
Skills
- Knowledge of key policies and strategies in relation to Clinical Endoscopist education
Attitude, aptitude
- Demonstrates a passion for education and a desire to improve the training structure regionally.
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH’s PRIDE values: People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence.
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required.
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