Job summary Theatre Support worker - Nights 37.5 hours per week Permanent Salary: £23,615 Per annum Closing Date: 7th April 2025 Interview Date: TBC This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly. All correspondence for this vacancy will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk and SPAM areas. A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day. JoinTeamEliot Due to the nature of the position, we are unable to offer sponsorship. You will help provide a high standard of care to patients under going surgical procedures, assisting in the department work load and delivering a quality service in a professional manner. Main duties of the job To work in all areas within or associated in the department on a rotational basis. To carry out assigned duties within the Operating Department involving the direct care of patients, as required in support of the Registered Health Care Professional. To carry out delegated specific and unsupervised duties in support of the operating department, including general housekeeping duties as required. To assist with the preparation of the area for the operating schedule, including equipment checks where appropriate. To support and assist the Registered Health Care Professional during surgical, anaesthetic and recovery procedures. To assist in the preparation and disposal of instruments and equipment and general housekeeping of the stores and theatre environment. About us Here at George Eliot our vision to ' excel at patient care' takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are: E ffective Open Communication e x cellence and safety in everything we do C hallenge but support E xpect respect and dignity L ocal health that inspires confidence Benefits: On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, in house training and development, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking. Date posted 24 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 230-25165531-CSS-TSW-AA-A1 Job locations Theatres, George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust College Street Nuneaton, Warwickshire CV10 7DJ Job description Job responsibilities Clinical To work in all areas within or associated in the department on a rotational basis. To carry out assigned duties within the Operating Department involving the direct care of patients, as required in support of the Registered Health CareProfessional. To carry out delegated specific and unsupervised duties in support of theOperating Department, including general housekeeping duties as required. To assist with the preparation of the area for the operating schedule, including equipment checks where appropriate. To support and assist the Registered Health Care Professional during surgical, anaesthetic and recovery procedures. To assist in the preparation and disposal of instruments and equipment and general housekeeping of the stores and theatre environment. To assist in maintaining a safe environment for staff, patients and visitors, reporting any untoward incidents, accidents or potential hazards to the nurse in charge. To provide assistance in the transportation of patients, equipment, goods and instruments to and from the operating theatres/wards/other departments. To ensure that specimens are transported in a timely, efficient and safe mannerto the laboratory. To contribute to effective communication with the multi-disciplinary team. To contribute to the quality of patient care during surgical, anaesthetic and recovery procedures, in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedures. To assist in the maintenance of appropriate legible and correct records, ensuring such information is kept securely and out of reach of unauthorised persons. To participate in all duty rotas i.e. night shift/late shift/early shift/weekend/bank holidays. To perform any other duties as delegated by Registered Health Care Professionals, which are deemed to come within the scope of this post Managerial To contribute to the efficient and effective stock control and management of resources To date-check all instruments/trays on a regular basis Educational and Training To undergo and successfully complete the Operating Departments Induction Programme. To participate in the orientation and induction of students and staff to the Operating Department as appropriate. Participate in the staff appraisal process To take responsibility for own personal developments Professional To act as an ambassador for the clinical environment and the Trust, where appropriate, by promoting a professional image of a Theatre Support Worker For a full comprehensive list of main responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to job description and personal specification attached. Job description Job responsibilities Clinical To work in all areas within or associated in the department on a rotational basis. To carry out assigned duties within the Operating Department involving the direct care of patients, as required in support of the Registered Health CareProfessional. To carry out delegated specific and unsupervised duties in support of theOperating Department, including general housekeeping duties as required. To assist with the preparation of the area for the operating schedule, including equipment checks where appropriate. To support and assist the Registered Health Care Professional during surgical, anaesthetic and recovery procedures. To assist in the preparation and disposal of instruments and equipment and general housekeeping of the stores and theatre environment. To assist in maintaining a safe environment for staff, patients and visitors, reporting any untoward incidents, accidents or potential hazards to the nurse in charge. To provide assistance in the transportation of patients, equipment, goods and instruments to and from the operating theatres/wards/other departments. To ensure that specimens are transported in a timely, efficient and safe mannerto the laboratory. To contribute to effective communication with the multi-disciplinary team. To contribute to the quality of patient care during surgical, anaesthetic and recovery procedures, in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedures. To assist in the maintenance of appropriate legible and correct records, ensuring such information is kept securely and out of reach of unauthorised persons. To participate in all duty rotas i.e. night shift/late shift/early shift/weekend/bank holidays. To perform any other duties as delegated by Registered Health Care Professionals, which are deemed to come within the scope of this post Managerial To contribute to the efficient and effective stock control and management of resources To date-check all instruments/trays on a regular basis Educational and Training To undergo and successfully complete the Operating Departments Induction Programme. To participate in the orientation and induction of students and staff to the Operating Department as appropriate. Participate in the staff appraisal process To take responsibility for own personal developments Professional To act as an ambassador for the clinical environment and the Trust, where appropriate, by promoting a professional image of a Theatre Support Worker For a full comprehensive list of main responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to job description and personal specification attached. Person Specification Essential Essential Experience of working with the public Good communication and interpersonal skills Physical capability to perform duties, including moving and handling of patients. Demonstrates the ability to work under pressure Enthusiastic Ability to have positive working relationships Ability to remain calm Flexible to meet the requirements of the Trust if required to work in other wards/departments at the request of the manager or other senior hospital manager Able to work flexibly during work hours to cover department needs Desirable Experience of working in a Health Care setting Basic Numeracy & Literacy (Functional Skills Level 2/ GCSE A-C is required) NVQ qualification in Health Care level 2 Person Specification Essential Essential Experience of working with the public Good communication and interpersonal skills Physical capability to perform duties, including moving and handling of patients. Demonstrates the ability to work under pressure Enthusiastic Ability to have positive working relationships Ability to remain calm Flexible to meet the requirements of the Trust if required to work in other wards/departments at the request of the manager or other senior hospital manager Able to work flexibly during work hours to cover department needs Desirable Experience of working in a Health Care setting Basic Numeracy & Literacy (Functional Skills Level 2/ GCSE A-C is required) NVQ qualification in Health Care level 2 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). 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). Employer details Employer name George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust Address Theatres, George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust College Street Nuneaton, Warwickshire CV10 7DJ Employer's website http://www.geh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)