Senior Scrub Practitioner (SFA) - Part Time

NHS; West End; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Senior Theatre Scrub Practitioner to support patient care in the perioperative phase. This part-time position involves coordinating surgical lists and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates are registered practitioners with significant theatre experience, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Flexible working options are available.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Contributory pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Family friendly benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Practitioner with NMC or HCPC registration.
• 3 years post graduate experience in operating theatres.
• Experience in leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of patient care.
• Act as a Surgical First Assistant during procedures.
• Coordinate operating lists and resources.

Skills

Registered Practitioner with NMC or HCPC registration

Surgical First Assistant Qualification

Excellent communication skills

Leadership and organisational skills

Confidence in multiple surgical specialities

Education

Degree in nursing studies or healthcare related subject

Surgical First Assistant Qualification

Job description

Overview

To support, coordinate and actively assist in the management and organisation of care provision within the Operating Department while managing a delegated team. Provide quality planned care for patients during their perioperative phase of care by ensuring all team members deliver quality patient care by providing appropriate clinical and managerial leadership.

Main duties of the job

Responsibilities include:

• Assist in the delivery of patient care
• Contribute to quality improvement
• Develop and enhance the skills and knowledge of others and self
• Promote best evidence-based practice within own scope of practice
• Apply legislation, policies and procedures correctly
• Respect the patient\'s dignity, privacy, wishes and beliefs
• Participate in HR activities
• Assist in the enhancement, development and introduction of services and initiatives

About us

Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK\'s largest independently owned non-profit hospital, with state-of-the-art facilities located on Harley Street. We have circa 1200 employees, a total of 8 premises, and we are dedicated to providing the best, personalised healthcare with a breadth of surgical and medical expertise. Our main hospital spans 8 floors comprising of 234 beds and 10 theatres. Other premises include, The Duchess of Devonshire Wing (Cancer Centre), The London Clinic Eye Centre and 4 premises providing consulting room suites and diagnostic services.

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Senior Theatre Scrub Practitioner (SFA) - Part-Time
Location: The London Clinic, 20 Devonshire Place, London
Hours: 16 hours per week - with on-call participation
Salary: Competitive, in line with experience

About Us The London Clinic is one of the UK\'s leading independent hospitals, renowned for delivering exceptional patient care since 1932. We combine clinical excellence with a strong commitment to innovation, education and the professional development of our people. Our state-of-the-art operating theatres department comprises 10 fully equipped theatres, designed to support a broad range of complex procedures including Neuro-Spinal, Robotic (Gynae, Urology, Spinal, ENT, Orthopaedics), Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Thoracic, Ophthalmic, General-Vascular-Interventional, Plastics, Maxillo-Facial and ENT specialities. Working alongside leading consultants and highly skilled multidisciplinary teams, you will have access to cutting-edge surgical technology, including robotic-assisted systems, within a modern, collaborative environment.

The Role We are seeking an experienced and motivated Band 6 Senior Theatre Scrub Practitioner (SFA) to join our team on a part-time basis. This position offers flexibility around days and hours worked, making it ideal for an experienced practitioner looking to balance their professional and personal commitments. In this role, you will deliver safe, high-quality perioperative care across a variety of specialities, supporting consultants during complex surgical procedures. As an SFA, you will take an advanced clinical role in theatre, ensuring safe and efficient list management while contributing to the ongoing development of our surgical services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Scrub and assist across a wide range of surgical specialities, ensuring consistently high standards of care.
• Act as a Surgical First Assistant, providing direct consultant support during procedures.
• Coordinate operating lists and ensure optimal use of equipment, resources and staff.
• Mentor junior colleagues, promoting continuous learning and clinical excellence.
• Uphold theatre policies and maintain strict compliance with infection prevention and patient safety standards.

Skills and Experience:

• Registered Practitioner with NMC or HCPC registration.
• Qualified Surgical First Assistant (SFA) with proven scrub experience.
• Confident and competent across multiple surgical specialities.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• Committed to continuous professional development and collaborative teamworking.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including flexible working and great career opportunities. Our core benefits are:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Contributory pension scheme (total contribution up to 20%)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Travel season ticket loan
• Family friendly benefits
• A range of retail discounts
• Excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education.

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 then please contact a member of our recruitment team. The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Practitioner with NMC or HPC registration
• Degree in nursing studies or healthcare related subject (UK equivalent).
• Surgical First Assistant Qualification.

Experience

• 3 years post graduate experience in operating theatres, with particular experience in area of key speciality
• Experience of change management.
• Thorough understanding of contemporary nursing and operating department issues.
• Experience of leading a team.
• Evidence of innovation in practice.

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.