Job summary We are currently seeking HCPC/NMC Registered Operating Department Practitioners to join our dedicated team in Obstetric theatres. Our department includes three Obstetrictheatres one elective and two acute theatres. The successful candidates will be part of a well established team, responsible for providing high quality anaesthetic and surgical care and support in a safe and efficient environment. The role involves working on a rotational shift basis, including nights, on-call duties, and weekends. While the contracts are for the generic theatre department, the majority of the work will be based within Obstetric theatres. Main duties of the job As a Registered Nurse or ODP (Operating Department Practitioner) in our Maternity Theatres team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest standard of care for women undergoing clinical or peri-operative procedures. Your responsibilities will include: Providing expert care during both elective and emergency maternity theatre cases, ensuring a safe and efficient environment. Delivering compassionate post operative care to women, ensuring their recovery and well-being. Collaborating closely with the Department Manager, Matron, and a multi-disciplinary team to uphold and maintain the highest standards of care, ensuring that patient safety and comfort are always prioritised. Your role will be essential in supporting the delivery of exceptional maternity care, where your clinical expertise and compassionate approach will directly impact the well-being of patients. About us We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day. Application guidance: We understand that more applicants are using AI technology to help with their applications. While these tools can be useful, they cannot fully capture your skills, knowledge, and experience. Its important that you personalise your application. Relying solely on AI is not recommended, as it may reduce your chances of success. Our screening process is thorough, so if you have used AI, please make sure to disclose this on your application form. Date posted 27 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number C9377-SURG0092 Job locations Pinderfields Hospital Aberford Road Wakefield West Yorkshire WF1 4DG Job description Job responsibilities A commitment to patient centred values. Participate in the development and delivery of a philosophy of care which involves/respects the rights of patients, carers and staff. Maintain an awareness of national and regional initiatives. Act as a positive ambassador for the trust. Deliver direct care to patients within their caseload in accordance with the trusts policies and HCPC/NMC guidelines. Comply with trust policies and requirements and undertake duties in accordance with the most recent HCPC/NMC Code of Professional Conduct. Maintain clear, accurate, legible and up to date trust documentation that provides an accurate record of perioperative care delivered in accordance with the most recent NMC/HCPC standards for record keeping. Maintain confidentiality of trust and patient information. Comply with the Data Protection Act and Caldecott recommendations. Job description Job responsibilities A commitment to patient centred values. Participate in the development and delivery of a philosophy of care which involves/respects the rights of patients, carers and staff. Maintain an awareness of national and regional initiatives. Act as a positive ambassador for the trust. Deliver direct care to patients within their caseload in accordance with the trusts policies and HCPC/NMC guidelines. Comply with trust policies and requirements and undertake duties in accordance with the most recent HCPC/NMC Code of Professional Conduct. Maintain clear, accurate, legible and up to date trust documentation that provides an accurate record of perioperative care delivered in accordance with the most recent NMC/HCPC standards for record keeping. Maintain confidentiality of trust and patient information. Comply with the Data Protection Act and Caldecott recommendations. Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC RODP NMC RN Willingness to undertake mentorship/assessor. Desirable Mentor/Assessor qualification Personal attributes Essential Effective problem solving and organisational skills An understanding of skills and knowledge required to lead and develop self and team members Experience Essential Previous experience in theatre setting Anaesthetic experience Desirable Previous experience in Obstetric theatre setting skills and abilities Essential An ability to work within the peri-operative team and organise and prioritise own and others workload Commitment to training Desirable Involvement in the training and development of others knowledge and awareness Essential Essential knowledge of your own speciality and current issues in health care Ability to demonstrate evidence based practice Continued Professional Development Awareness of own limitations Other Essential Fit to perform the duties of the post Able to participate fully in clinical practice Able to work flexibly over a 24 hour/7 day period Participate in on-call rotas when necessary Able to access all trust sites Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC RODP NMC RN Willingness to undertake mentorship/assessor. Desirable Mentor/Assessor qualification Personal attributes Essential Effective problem solving and organisational skills An understanding of skills and knowledge required to lead and develop self and team members Experience Essential Previous experience in theatre setting Anaesthetic experience Desirable Previous experience in Obstetric theatre setting skills and abilities Essential An ability to work within the peri-operative team and organise and prioritise own and others workload Commitment to training Desirable Involvement in the training and development of others knowledge and awareness Essential Essential knowledge of your own speciality and current issues in health care Ability to demonstrate evidence based practice Continued Professional Development Awareness of own limitations Other Essential Fit to perform the duties of the post Able to participate fully in clinical practice Able to work flexibly over a 24 hour/7 day period Participate in on-call rotas when necessary Able to access all trust sites 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 The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust Address Pinderfields Hospital Aberford Road Wakefield West Yorkshire WF1 4DG Employer's website https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)