Lead Endoscopy Nurse/ODP

Lead Nurse / ODP – Endoscopy Salary: £47,000 Location: Bristol Hours: 37.5 hours per week (4 days, 8am–6pm) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Are you an experienced Endoscopy Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner ready to take the next step into leadership? This is an exciting opportunity to join a modern, purpose-built endoscopy service where your expertise, ideas, and leadership will have a genuine impact. Why Join Us? * Work in a modern, fully equipped endoscopy unit * Enjoy a 4-day working week with consistent daytime hours * Be part of a supportive, collaborative team environment * Play a key role in shaping and developing the service * Join an organisation that values innovation, care, and continuous improvement The Role As Lead Nurse / ODP, you’ll be the driving force behind the delivery of a safe, effective, and patient-focused endoscopy service. You will: * Lead, support, and inspire a multidisciplinary team * Act as a visible and approachable clinical leader * Ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care * Drive continuous improvement and service development * Support staff training, development, and performance * Manage resources effectively to ensure smooth day-to-day operations * Build strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders About You To succeed in this role, you’ll bring both clinical expertise and confident leadership. You will have: * NMC registration (Nurse) or HCPC registration (ODP) * Significant experience within an Endoscopy setting * Leadership experience at Band 7 level (or equivalent) * A strong commitment to patient-centred care * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * The ability to remain calm, resilient, and decisive under pressure * A passion for continuous improvement and team development