Job summary Theatre Support Worker | Maidstone Full Time | Permanent | Competitive salary in line with Agenda for Change Are you a support worker with experience working in Theatres? Do you want to develop your career your way? Do you want to join the only AfPP accredited Theatres team in Kent? We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Support Worker to join our Theatres team. As a Theatre Support Worker, you will be responsible for preparing theatres for surgery including the cleaning of theatre and recovery areas, collecting and escorting patients for their surgeries and maintaining appropriate patient records. This role is ideally suited to an enthusiastic Clinical Support Worker who hasexperience working within Operating Theatres or a Decontamination Unit, and a demonstrable ability to build a rapport with patients in a short period of time. Working hours will be 4 days per week Monday to Saturday 07:30 18:00. You will work 1 Saturday per month. See what our staff have to say about working in theatres. Main duties of the job Role Responsibilities As a Theatre Support Worker your responsibilities will include: Cleaning of theatre and recovery areas before and after operating sessions, also adhering to the weekly cleaning schedule. Stocking of cupboards and stock containers against agreed stock levels. Collecting and escorting the patient, and assisting with transferring of the patient from trolley to table under supervision of trained staff. Assisting with the safe positioning of patient on operating table. Acting as circulating person for the scrub team and within the scope of the role. About us At KIMS Hospital we understand our people are our biggest asset and as such we are focused on ensuring they feel happy and valued both in and out of the workplace. Thats why we have created a benefits package to support your emotional, financial, and physical wellbeing. KIMS Hospital employees enjoy the following benefits: Competitive Salary Free Staff Parking Pension Scheme Private Health Insurance 33 Days annual leave plus extra time off for your birthday Life Assurance Annual Flu Vaccination Free Eye Test Flexible working and annualised hours contracts available. At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer. If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, Diane would be happy to help. Please give her a call on 01622 237634 or email recruitmentkims.org.uk. Date posted 20 September 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 2904 Job locations Newnham Court Way Weavering Maidstone All UK ME14 5FT Job description Job responsibilities For more information regarding this role please see the attached job description and personal specification Job description Job responsibilities For more information regarding this role please see the attached job description and personal specification Person Specification Qualifications Desirable An NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care or Care Certificate. Experience Essential Have previous experience working within Theatres or a Decontamination Unit. Display excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills. Have the ability to carry out instructions accurately. Be a flexible and adaptable individual that can work to tight deadlines. Desirable Experience working as a Theatre Support Worker. Person Specification Qualifications Desirable An NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care or Care Certificate. Experience Essential Have previous experience working within Theatres or a Decontamination Unit. Display excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills. Have the ability to carry out instructions accurately. Be a flexible and adaptable individual that can work to tight deadlines. Desirable Experience working as a Theatre Support Worker. 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. Employer details Employer name KIMS Hospital Address Newnham Court Way Weavering Maidstone All UK ME14 5FT Employer's website https://kims.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)