Job summary A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated theatre anaesthetic practitioner to join our theatres as a team leader in anaesthetics. We are looking for forward thinking and highly motivated individual who can take the lead, acting as a role model to junior staff and facilitating new initiatives, change and policy development. Previous acute site experience is desirable and applicants must have significant theatre experience. Main duties of the job Function as the lead practitioner for an operating theatre or a designated area, acting as a role model for the clinical team. Demonstrate ability to function competently both as a leader and as a member of the multidisciplinary team. Participate in the anaesthetic rota and be the lead practitioner. Act as a resource person to others, providing advice and support to the MDT, patients and relatives. Assist in the management of the theatres to ensure excellence in patient care and to have responsibility for staff and service development. Contribute to an effective, motivated and competent workforce and ensure that high quality standards are maintained and developed. Contribute to the development of performance review in accordance with Trust policy. Be receptive to change with the Department and encourage new ideas and developments. Demonstrate people management skills, delegation, negotiation and assertiveness as appropriate. Internal rotation between sites. About us Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values. WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs. At WWL we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society. Date posted 18 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 302-25-6995425S Job locations Royal Albert Edward Infirmary Wigan Lane Wigan WN1 2NN Job description Job responsibilities To function as the lead practitioner for an operating theatre or a designated area. To be a role model and peer support for anaesthetic practitioners To assist in the management of the theatres to ensure excellence in patient care and to have responsibility for staff and service development. Additional responsibilities are available within the job description Job description Job responsibilities To function as the lead practitioner for an operating theatre or a designated area. To be a role model and peer support for anaesthetic practitioners To assist in the management of the theatres to ensure excellence in patient care and to have responsibility for staff and service development. Additional responsibilities are available within the job description Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse / ODP Evidence of CPD Anaesthetic qualification Mentorship / teaching Desirable Degree / Diploma SFA Assessor Qualification Management Qualification Experience Essential Extensive Experience Leadership Experience Teaching Skills Change management Desirable Audit Leadership / junior management Change management cell salvage Slikks Essential Verbal / non verbal skills Analytical skills Problem solving Role model Desirable Audit Research Budget monitoring Medical device Knowledge Essential Clinical expert Knowledge of discipline IT Skills Perioperative practice Desirable Cross specialty 3 areas rotation Finance skills HR Understanding Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse / ODP Evidence of CPD Anaesthetic qualification Mentorship / teaching Desirable Degree / Diploma SFA Assessor Qualification Management Qualification Experience Essential Extensive Experience Leadership Experience Teaching Skills Change management Desirable Audit Leadership / junior management Change management cell salvage Slikks Essential Verbal / non verbal skills Analytical skills Problem solving Role model Desirable Audit Research Budget monitoring Medical device Knowledge Essential Clinical expert Knowledge of discipline IT Skills Perioperative practice Desirable Cross specialty 3 areas rotation Finance skills HR Understanding 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Albert Edward Infirmary Wigan Lane Wigan WN1 2NN Employer's website http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)