Anaesthetic Practitioner

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in Greater London is seeking an Anaesthetic Practitioner to join their esteemed team. The successful candidate will collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to provide exceptional patient care across various clinical settings. This role requires current HCPC/NMC registration and completion of an anaesthetic course, alongside a commitment to professional development. Competitive salary ranging from £37,259 to £45,356 annually, inclusive of Inner London HCA salary, with varied shifts including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must have current HCPC/NMC registration.
• Completion of a recognized anaesthetic course necessary.
• Proactive about own professional development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the anaesthetic room in line with guidelines.
• Facilitate safe surgery by collaborating with the team.
• Manage anaesthetic emergencies when they arise.

Skills

Ability to prioritise workload

Ability to work independently

Ability to lead and motivate others

Commitment to sustainability

Education

Current HCPC/NMC registration

Completion of a recognised anaesthetic course

Job description

Anaesthetic Practitioner

The closing date is 18 December 2025

We are excited to announce that there is now an opportunity for you to join our Anaesthetic Practitioner Team at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.

This post is particularly suitable for:

• Current Band 5's looking for a new opportunity to expand their skills at an exciting London hospital

For more information about our team, please review the 'About Our Team' document attached to this advert.

Unfortunately we can only recruit individuals who have (or are about to complete) an ODP degree or an anaesthetic course. If you are a nurse interested in a career change to anaesthetics you will usually need to gain some experience in Theatres as a Scrub or Recovery Nurse first, and then complete an anaesthetic course.

Main duties of the job

You will be required to work across our 14 Theatres + 4 procedural areas that we perform anaesthesia in. You will also be required to respond to 2222 calls and, as you become more experienced and senior, you may be asked to act as the 'Anaesthetic Coordinator'.

Shifts will be varied and will involve working nights and weekends. Day shifts start at 08:00 and Night shifts start at 20:00.

Our Trust values and team pillars

Our Trust has 5 'PROUD' values which we should incorporate into our practice:

• Putting patients first
• Responsive to patients and staff
• Open and honest
• Unfailingly kind
• Determined to develop

In addition to these our Anaesthetic Practitioner Team have three key pillars at our core:

• Communication
• Sustainability

About us

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed.

If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Job responsibilities

• Prepare the anaesthetic room/area, in a timely manner, in line with national and local guidelines
• Facilitate the delivery of safe surgery, in line with national pathways such as NatSSIPs2 and GPAS
• Receive patients in a welcoming manner and undertake the pre-anaesthesia and WHO checks
• Work alongside the anaesthetists to provide high-quality care to patients and escalation any concerns in a timely manner
• Be able to anticipate the needs of the patient and the wider team
• Ensure the list runs smoothly and actively work to minimise delays
• Provide clinical advice to junior anaesthetists, when sought
• Be knowledgeable and proficient in managing anaesthetic emergencies
• Maintain IV cannulation skills for the widest patient age range you can
• Maintain professional registration and act in a manner that does not jeopardise it
• Maintain competence via CPD and rotation to work in all clinical areas
• Communicate well with the MDT and advocate for patients within the clinical setting across all peri‑operative stages
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care given to patients during the peri-operative period
• Ensure controlled drugs are managed and recorded in line with national and local procedures
• Ensure all consumables and equipment are stored safely and appropriately, considering availability for emergencies
• Actively seek training in any equipment required for the role, ensuring its use complies with guidelines
• Promote a safe working environment by adhering to relevant local and national Infection Prevention and Control, Health and Safety, Information Governance and Safeguarding policies and procedures
• Ensure clinical practice is current and evidence‑based
• Maintain competence in all required equipment, ensuring each piece is properly used and maintained
• Ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation in line with local and national policies and procedures
• Order, store, administer and discard drugs in line with Trust Medicines Policy
• Act as an appropriate role model and mentor/assessor to students and other learners in the department
• Assist with the delivery of induction, orientation and supervision of junior colleagues
• Assist in the development and implementation of local policies and procedures
• Work with colleagues to collect and disseminate data based on local and national quality indicators
• Promote a positive, inclusive and supportive working environment for your colleagues to the best of your ability
• Act in accordance with the Trust PROUD values and reflect on times when adherence to these has been suboptimal
• Act in accordance with all HCPC/NMC standards
• Ensure compliance with Uniform Policy and maintain a welcoming demeanour, especially when public-facing
• Undertake yearly PDR/appraisals and actively seek out regular one‑to‑ones throughout the year
• Ensure all mandatory training is kept up to date in a timely manner and professional CPD requirements are upheld
• Read and respond to work‑related emails in a timely manner
• Maintain the ability to elevate concerns effectively and appropriately, as required
• Understand own limitations, recognise and manage stress within yourself
• Understand the financial and environmental cost of undertaking your duties and seek to minimise these where possible, in consultation with senior colleagues
• Keep track of own learning and continuously seek new opportunities
• Ensure incidents are managed and reported effectively and in a timely manner
• Maintain strong communication skills at all times
• Be accountable for your actions and inactions
• Actively participate in team meetings
• Maintain professional standards when acting outside your normal scope of practice in extreme scenarios such as major incidents or pandemics
• Treat others with respect and dignity, even when their values conflict with your own
• Recognise that all people are different and require an individualised approach; any action that undermines Equality, Diversity and Inclusion principles must be challenged promptly and professionally
• Be receptive to change
• Have a sound support network to help endure difficult, traumatic and emotive environments and situations
• Support colleagues to improve their mental well‑being and resilience
• Undertake a full range of shifts, including nights and weekends

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

• Current HCPC/NMC registration
• Completion of a recognised anaesthetic course
• Enthusiastic and proactive about own professional development

Experience

• Relevant clinical experience working/learning within a theatre setting
• Experienced in reflective practice
• Experienced in identifying and managing stress within oneself
• Experience working/learning within obstetric, paediatric and adult theatre settings
• Experience supervising junior staff and/or students

Skills and knowledge

• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Ability to work well independently and within a multi‑cultural multi‑disciplinary team
• Ability to lead, motivate and empower others
• An interest in sustainability
• Understands how stress impacts you personally
• Committed to self‑improvement
• Ability to promote the social wellbeing of the team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and therefore a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

£37,259 to £45,356 a year including Inner London HCA salary