Job summary We are seeking an experienced scrub nurse to step up into a Band 6 leadership role on the general surgical scrub team at Salford Care Organisation Over the last 2 years the theatre complex, of 19 theatres, have been refurbished, this means our facilities will be one of the most advanced theatre complex in the country, including the procurement of a 2.2 million pound Da Vinci surgical robot.Due to the expansion of our theatre service, opportunities for a Senior scrub practitioner has arisenwithin the general surgical team. Main duties of the job You will have the opportunity to gain a wealth of experience in all aspects of General theatres. You will be flexible, highly motivated and enthusiastic practitioner to join our existing team. You will have experience of working in a senior position and will be someone who is able to take a lead in driving forward improvements in the operating theatre and perioperative service. This is an exciting opportunity and we need a committed individual who feels they can provide leadership to improve the quality of patient care and staff experience whilst safely reducing costs. As a senior practitioner for Surgery scrub you will need to be able to provide clinical leadership to support the evidence based patient centred care, which is of a high standard. We are looking for a team member who can demonstrate excellent communication skills and demonstrate team working, with a high standard of organisational skills, and the ability to work independently. You will be capable of making informed clinical decisions, often in complex situations. You will need to be particularly committed to the key role of educating, empowering and supporting people in the theatre environment showing excellent leadership and people management skillsIf you feel you have the people skills and necessary qualities to become part of a forward and innovative thinking team, with ambition to deliver the best theatre service in the UK. About us The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham, and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and collaborating closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we are always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance. Date posted 07 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 236-SCO-NM171-25 Job locations Salford Care Organisation Stott Lane Salford M6 8HD Job description Job responsibilities This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as a Registered Nurse in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC Pin within the next 2-3 months. Please note an NMC PRN Pin is not a full NMC Pin and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role. The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses and Midwives who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receivea full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website:https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/ To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Job description Job responsibilities This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as a Registered Nurse in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC Pin within the next 2-3 months. Please note an NMC PRN Pin is not a full NMC Pin and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role. The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses and Midwives who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receivea full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website:https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/ To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk Person Specification Qualifications Essential oRegistered nurse / ODP with current NMC/ HCPC registration oEvidence of current and continuing professional development oExtensive experience in Scrub Desirable oDegree in related health care area oLeadership Course Knowledge, Training and Experience Essential oAwareness of changes in practice and the ability to implement change. oKnowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice oKnowledge of relevant policies and procedures oKnowledge of escalation and cancellation processes Desirable oKnowledge of ethical issues oKnowledge of Leadership and Management oResearch and Development oExperience of budgetary management Skills & Abilities Essential oGood communication skills oAble to obtain and evaluate information to aid decision making. oAble to lead and supervise other staff. oPromotes team working and best practice in the clinical environment. oAbility to use IT systems relevant to work role. oAbility to prioritise. oExcellent time management and organisational skills. Desirable oLead others in change management oGood presentation skills oGood teaching skills oIntermediate IT skills Values & Behaviours Essential oCaring & compassionate oSelf-motivated and able to motivate others. oCommitment to CPD of self and others. Person Specification Qualifications Essential oRegistered nurse / ODP with current NMC/ HCPC registration oEvidence of current and continuing professional development oExtensive experience in Scrub Desirable oDegree in related health care area oLeadership Course Knowledge, Training and Experience Essential oAwareness of changes in practice and the ability to implement change. oKnowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice oKnowledge of relevant policies and procedures oKnowledge of escalation and cancellation processes Desirable oKnowledge of ethical issues oKnowledge of Leadership and Management oResearch and Development oExperience of budgetary management Skills & Abilities Essential oGood communication skills oAble to obtain and evaluate information to aid decision making. oAble to lead and supervise other staff. oPromotes team working and best practice in the clinical environment. oAbility to use IT systems relevant to work role. oAbility to prioritise. oExcellent time management and organisational skills. Desirable oLead others in change management oGood presentation skills oGood teaching skills oIntermediate IT skills Values & Behaviours Essential oCaring & compassionate oSelf-motivated and able to motivate others. oCommitment to CPD of self and others. 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 Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Address Salford Care Organisation Stott Lane Salford M6 8HD Employer's website https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)