Job summary This is an exciting time to be working at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trustone of the biggest NHS Trusts in the UK, delivering care to more than 1.6 million people a year through our three main hospitals: Barnet, Chase Farm and Royal Free. Main duties of the job We are looking for Senior Orthopaedic Scrub Nurse / Charge Nurse / ODP to support Chase Farm Theatres. The successful candidate will be expected to lead the Orthopaedic Team in to the future as we have been named as the North London Orthopaedic Centre and new times ahead for the Trust. We recently become one of a few hospitals nationally to become an Accredited GIRFT Surgical Hub. If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join the Royal Free at this time, we would be interested in receiving your application. To find out more about working at the Royal Free please visit our website. About us The successful candidate is required to be able demonstrate the Trust values, the responsibilities of the job description and person specification. In particular you should have proven experience of working and leading the Orthopaedic Teams on a daily basis. Chase Farm Theatres consists of 8 Theatres of which the Orthopaedics operating is done in the state of the art Barn Theatre setting which this is the fourth Barn Theatre in the UK.This consists of 4 laminar flow hoods with no dividing walls. The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top. For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ Date posted 03 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £42,939 to £50,697 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 391-RFL-7002184 Job locations Chase Farm Hospital 127 The Ridgeway Enfield EN2 8JL Job description Job responsibilities If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join the Royal Free at this time, we would be interested in receiving your application. To find out more about working at the Royal Free please visit our website. Job description Job responsibilities If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join the Royal Free at this time, we would be interested in receiving your application. To find out more about working at the Royal Free please visit our website. Person Specification World Class Values Essential Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education/Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse/ODP Recognised Post Graduate Theatre Course ENB176 Desirable Mentorship Course (e.g. ENB 998, D32 D33) or assessor course or demonstrated willingness to enrol Experience Essential Significant experience in Orthopaedic scrub and circulating practice (at Band 5 or above) Desirable Experience in managing junior staff (HCA/ students) including appraisal, performance, absence, selection and recruitment Skills & Aptitudes Essential Good written, numeracy & verbal communications skills Awareness of clinical issues within the theatre dept Able to work as part of a team within set boundaries Able to prioritise workload Able to work under pressure in a dynamic environment and manage difficult situations Positive and motivated with attention to detail Desirable Computer skills including some Electronic patient record IT system Person Specification World Class Values Essential Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education/Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse/ODP Recognised Post Graduate Theatre Course ENB176 Desirable Mentorship Course (e.g. ENB 998, D32 D33) or assessor course or demonstrated willingness to enrol Experience Essential Significant experience in Orthopaedic scrub and circulating practice (at Band 5 or above) Desirable Experience in managing junior staff (HCA/ students) including appraisal, performance, absence, selection and recruitment Skills & Aptitudes Essential Good written, numeracy & verbal communications skills Awareness of clinical issues within the theatre dept Able to work as part of a team within set boundaries Able to prioritise workload Able to work under pressure in a dynamic environment and manage difficult situations Positive and motivated with attention to detail Desirable Computer skills including some Electronic patient record IT system 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 Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Address Chase Farm Hospital 127 The Ridgeway Enfield EN2 8JL Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)