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Xyla Endoscopy HCA

The closing date is 01 February 2027

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Job summary

Role Overview

We are currently supporting Portsmouth NHS trust with an Endoscopy service.

There are currently 1,600 patients who have exceeded the six-month threshold and require scoping by the end of September, with additional backlog extending through to March 2027.

Service Details subject to change

Start date: 25th July (aiming for)

Running until March 2027

weekends required (weekdays to be added in the future)

Weekdays will be within an operating theatre

Weekends will be within an Endoscopy suite

Pay Rates - PAYE PER DAY

HCA - £240

Main duties of the job

Role Responsibilities

Healthcare Assistants (HCAs)

• Admit and prepare patients (check paperwork, baseline observations)
• Chaperone and support patient dignity and comfort
• Assist with positioning patients for procedures
• Support nurses during procedures (non-clinical tasks)
• Clean trolleys and prepare rooms between cases
• Transport patients to and from procedure/recovery areas
• Assist in recovery (monitoring, refreshments, basic care)
• Stock rooms and ensure consumables are available

About us

Xyla are a leading provider of clinical and community healthcare services across the UK, recognised for their commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. Working in close collaboration with NHS trusts, Integrated Care Systems (ICS), and local authorities, Xyla supports the delivery of essential services that help improve patient outcomes while reducing pressure on frontline healthcare providers.

Details

Date posted

02 November 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£240 a day

Contract

Locum

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

M0073-26-0047

Job locations

Portsmouth Hospital

Cosham, Portsmouth

PO6 3LY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are supporting Portsmouth NHS Trust with an Endoscopy backlog project and are seeking experienced HCAs to support patient care across the service.

Key responsibilities:

• Admit and prepare patients, including observations and paperwork
• Support patient dignity, comfort, and act as chaperone
• Assist with patient positioning and support nurses during procedures
• Clean trolleys and prepare rooms between cases
• Transport patients between ward, procedure, and recovery areas
• Assist in recovery with basic care, monitoring, and refreshments
• Maintain stock levels and ensure clinical areas are well prepared

Details:

• Weekend shifts initially (weekday shifts may follow)
• Working in Endoscopy suites (weekends) and theatres (weekdays)
• Contract until March 2027
• No travel or accommodation provided.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are supporting Portsmouth NHS Trust with an Endoscopy backlog project and are seeking experienced HCAs to support patient care across the service.

Key responsibilities:

• Admit and prepare patients, including observations and paperwork
• Support patient dignity, comfort, and act as chaperone
• Assist with patient positioning and support nurses during procedures
• Clean trolleys and prepare rooms between cases
• Transport patients between ward, procedure, and recovery areas
• Assist in recovery with basic care, monitoring, and refreshments
• Maintain stock levels and ensure clinical areas are well prepared

Details:

• Weekend shifts initially (weekday shifts may follow)
• Working in Endoscopy suites (weekends) and theatres (weekdays)
• Contract until March 2027
• No travel or accommodation provided.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Must have experience working within an Endoscopy unit.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Must have experience working within an Endoscopy unit.

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.

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.

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

Xyla

Address

Portsmouth Hospital

Cosham, Portsmouth

PO6 3LY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://xylaservices.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Xyla

Address

Portsmouth Hospital

Cosham, Portsmouth

PO6 3LY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://xylaservices.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Resourcer

Zae Monteiro

[email protected]

02078414737

Details

Date posted

02 November 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£240 a day

Contract

Locum

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

M0073-26-0047

Job locations

Portsmouth Hospital

Cosham, Portsmouth

PO6 3LY

United Kingdom

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