EG210403- Staff Nurse/ODP - Perioperative

NHS Grampian; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A health service provider in Aberdeen is seeking a Band 5 Nurse or ODP for a 6-month fixed-term maternity cover. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality peri-operative care to children and young people aged 0–16 years in a vibrant paediatric theatre setting. Join a supportive team with opportunities to expand your skills in paediatric care.

Benefits

Friendly, sociable team

Opportunities for professional growth

Warm welcome for experienced staff

Qualifications

• Experienced Band 5 Nurse or ODP with a passion for paediatric care.
• Proven ability to support neonates through to teenagers in a surgical environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality peri-operative care to children aged 0–16 years.
• Work in theatre and associated areas within RACH.

Skills

Paediatric care

Perioperative care

Team support

Job description

Exciting Opportunity in Paediatric Theatres Band 5 Nurse/ODP

Are you ready to take your perioperative skills to the next level in a vibrant paediatric setting? Join our dynamic and supportive team at Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital for a 6‑month fixed‑term maternity cover secondment.

Responsibilities

Work as a Band 5 Nurse or ODP delivering high‑quality peri‑operative care to children and young people aged 0–16 years across a wide range of surgical specialties in theatre and associated areas within RACH.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experienced Band 5 Nurse or ODP with a passion for paediatric care.
• Proven ability to support neonates through to teenagers in a surgical environment.

Why join us?

• Friendly, sociable team who support each other on and off shift
• Warm welcome guaranteed for all experienced staff
• Opportunities to grow your paediatric peri‑operative experience

How to Apply

Call senior team members on 01224 550218 or visit our website to start the application process on Jobtrain. Interviews will be held in person at RACH Theatre department on Friday, 21st November 2025.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.