The Highfield Hospital in Rochdale is part of Circle Health Group, Britains leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country. Circle Health Group are proud to be recognised as one of the UK’s top 5 best big companies to work for as well as top 5 to work for in the health and social care sector. We have an opportunity for a Lead Theatre Practitioner to join their team of staff in the Theatre department. This is a Full time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern. Applicants should meet the following criteria: • Registered Practitioner with NMC or HCPC registration. • Minimum 3yearexperience in coordination, ordering, first assistant, mentor, over view of leading other. • First surgical assistant certificate • Additional skills in recovery and anaesthetics. • ILS. • Mentorship qualification • Maths, English GCSE at grades A to C or equivalent functional skills level 2 evidence. • Proficient in the use of a PC, including the use of software and systems. • Experience of customer care, including interacting with customers in challenging situations. • The department requires skilled and experienced practitioner Duties of this role include: • To deliver safe quality care for patients during their perioperative phase of care. To support and assist in the management and organisation of care provision within the Operating Department. • To lead and manage a team, coordinating staff training needs and resource requirements within a peri-operative function or surgical specialty. • Assist in the delivery of patient care. • Contribute to quality improvement. • Develop and enhance the skills and knowledge of others and self. • Apply and promote best evidence based practice within own scope of practice. • Apply legislation, policies and procedures correctly. • Maintain knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act. Ensuring appropriate measures are taken in respect of Health and Safety for patients, relatives, visitors, hospital staff and contractors. • Achieve agreed objectives and demonstrating CHG behaviours at all time. • Assemble, check and prepare the appropriate surgical equipment, instruments, and consumables for a wide range of operative procedures. Salary & Benefits Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits, including: • 25 days holiday peryear bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service • Private Pension Scheme • Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions • Friends & Family Hospital Discounts • Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay • Non-contributory life insurance • Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits • Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing • Employee recognition programmes • Industry leading training and development opportunities