Band 3 Healthcare Assistant - Theatres

NHS Jobs; West End; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Private medical cover

Pension

Employee assistance programme

Blue Light Card

Cycle to work

Electric car scheme

Subsidised staff restaurant

Recognition programmes

Job summary

The London Clinic is seeking a Theatre Healthcare Assistant to support patients through their surgical journey and assist the operating theatre team.

You will prepare equipment, transfer patients, and assist with sterile procedures while maintaining a compassionate, patient-centred approach. Training will be provided to develop competencies across procedures and roles.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a theatre department.
• NVQ Level 2 in Operating Department Support or an equivalent qualification.
• Good literacy, numeracy and communication skills, alongside basic computer skills.
• A caring, respectful approach and the ability to work closely with colleagues.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise your workload.
• A willingness to learn, complete relevant training and contribute ideas to improve care.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare theatres, surgical equipment, instruments and supplies before operating lists.
• Collect patients from the ward and support safe transfer, positioning and return after surgery.
• Provide reassurance while respecting patient dignity, privacy and individual needs.
• Support the scrub practitioner in the circulating role, including opening sterile items and assisting with checks.
• Keep theatres and equipment clean and ready, following infection prevention procedures.
• Maintain stock levels, complete documentation and support administrative tasks.

Skills

Theatre experience

Literacy

Numeracy

Communication

Caring approach

Organisational skills

Prioritisation

Willingness to learn

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Operating Department Support

Equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Title: Healthcare Assistant, Band 3

Department: Operating Theatres

Location: 20 Devonshire Place, W1G 6BW

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Working Pattern: Monday to Sunday – Early and Late shifts

Contract: Permanent

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant to join our Theatres team. If you have experience working in an operating theatre and enjoy the teamwork, organisation and attention to detail that surgical care requires, we would love to hear from you.

A little about the role

As a Theatre Healthcare Assistant, you will help patients feel cared for and reassured throughout their surgical journey. From preparing equipment before an operating list to supporting patients as they arrive in theatre, your contribution will help the team deliver safe, personalised care. Working under the supervision of registered practitioners, you will support a range of surgical procedures, carrying out duties within your training and assessed competencies.

What you’ll be doing

• Helping prepare theatres, surgical equipment, instruments and supplies before operating lists.
• Collecting patients from the ward and supporting their safe transfer, positioning and return following surgery.
• Providing reassurance while respecting each patient's dignity, privacy and individual needs.
• Supporting the scrub practitioner in the circulating role, including opening sterile items, assisting with surgical checks and receiving specimens.
• Keeping theatres and equipment clean and ready for use, following infection prevention procedures.
• Maintaining stock levels, completing documentation and supporting the department's administrative tasks.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience working in a theatre department.
• An NVQ Level 2 in Operating Department Support or an equivalent qualification.
• Good literacy, numeracy and communication skills, alongside basic computer skills.
• A caring, respectful approach and the ability to work closely with colleagues.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise your workload.
• A willingness to learn, complete relevant training and contribute ideas to improve care.

A word from Myra, one of our Theatre Healthcare Assistants

For Myra, working here means being part of a supportive team, making a difference to patients and always having something new to learn. “We have strong teamwork and good communication at all times, supporting each other to deliver high quality care.” With guidance from nurses and senior colleagues, alongside courses offered by The London Clinic, Myra continues to build her skills. “I feel supported by my colleagues and encouraged to take on opportunities for further career growth.”

What you’ll be part of

Our Main Theatres and MITU department brings together healthcare assistants, nurses, operating department practitioners and surgeons to care for patients undergoing a wide range of surgical procedures. It is a busy environment where working well together, sharing knowledge and looking out for one another are essential to the care we provide. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will be a valued member of this team, working alongside experienced colleagues who can offer guidance and help you build confidence in your role. You will have opportunities to develop your theatre skills through relevant training and day to day learning, with encouragement to ask questions and share your ideas. From helping a patient feel at ease to preparing the theatre for the next procedure, your contribution will matter to both your patients and your colleagues.

As the UK’s largest independent charitable hospital, we care for over 120,000 patients each year. What makes us different is what we do with that success. We reinvest it back into our services, our technology and, most importantly, our people. From developing innovative new ways of delivering care to supporting continuous learning and career progression, we’re always looking ahead. Based in our main hospital, you’ll be part of a team delivering care across 234 beds, 10 theatres and a 13-bed intensive care unit. You will work alongside more than 1,300 colleagues in specialist teams and over 700 consultant surgeons and physicians, all united by a shared commitment to high quality, compassionate care. We are incredibly proud to be the only independent healthcare provider included in the Top 10 of the Financial Times UK Best Employers Survey 2026.

What’s in it for you

• Life insurance: Get life cover worth four times your salary, whether you're full time or part time
• Private medical cover: Once you've passed probation, our employee medical scheme gives you fast-track access to private healthcare.
• Pension: Join our pension scheme and enjoy matched contributions.
• Employee assistance programme: From stress to practical guidance, our counselling service is available to support you.
• Blue Light Card: Access thousands of discounts across supermarkets, holidays, fashion, technology and days out.
• Cycle to work: Access tax free benefits while supporting a healthier and greener commute.
• Electric car scheme: Make switching to a cleaner vehicle simpler and more affordable.
• Subsidised staff restaurant: Enjoy a variety of tasty and healthy meals at a lower cost.
• Recognition programmes: Celebrate achievements and make sure great work is recognised.

How to find us

Our main hospital is based at: 20 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6BW. Located in central London near Harley Street, we are within walking distance of: Oxford Circus, Bond Street, Baker Street, Great Portland Street.

Safeguarding and recruitment policy

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy, please contact a member of our recruitment team.

Diversity and inclusion

The London Clinic values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Recruitment support

We are committed to supporting candidates throughout the recruitment process and will make reasonable adjustments where needed. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to support you.