Operating Department Orderly

NHS; Llanelli; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Hywel Dda University Health Board is seeking a capable Theatre Department Orderly to join the elective theatre team at Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli. The role is part-time, 16.5 hours per week, with shifts Monday to Friday between 08:00 and 18:30, and an induction programme to support learning.

Previous operating theatre or healthcare experience is advantageous, with full training provided. Welsh language ability is desirable; interview date is 12/11/2026.

Qualifications

• Literate and numerate.
• NVQ Level 2 or willingness to work towards this.
• Experience of working in a health or social care environment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the surgical team in transferring patients using prescribed manual handling techniques.
• Escorting patients to the theatre unit prior to surgery.
• Escorting post-surgical patients to the surgical ward with support from trained staff.
• Cleaning the theatre environment between patient surgical procedures.
• Assisting with daily operating theatre tasks such as collection and handover of medications, notes, equipment and supplies.
• Restocking the linen trolley and staff scrub suits as required.

Skills

Literate and numerate

Welsh speaker (Level 1)

Education

NVQ Level 2 or willingness to work towards this

Job description

Main area Operating Theatres Grade Band 2 Contract Permanent: Part time Hours Part time - 16.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday 08:00 - 18:30 - Expected to work two full days; pattern to be discussed at interview.) Job ref 100-EA086-1026

Employer Hywel Dda University Health Board Employer type NHS Site Prince Philip Hospital Town Llanelli Salary £26,300 pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 01/11/2026 23:59 Interview date 12/11/2026

Our Hywel Dda values reflect who we are and how we behave. We continuously work together to be the best we can be as we strive to develop and deliver excellent services, putting people at the heart of everything we do. Throughout our recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you would demonstrate these values in the way that you work with us.

Hywel Dda University Health Board reserve the right to close vacancies after 24 hours if a large number of suitable applications are received. We encourage early applications to ensure consideration for a post.

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our elective theatre department.

This is an opportunity for a hard working, friendly and conscientious worker to fill the position of theatre department orderly in the main theatre department here in Prince Philip Hospital.

Prior operating theatre or healthcare experience theatre would be advantageous, but full training will be provided where you will be supported with structured training to support transition into this role, allowing focus on the learning and for the successful candidate to complete the induction programme.

Main duties of the job

The duties of Operating Department Orderlies working in a busy environment are:

• Assisting the surgical team in transferring of patients using prescribed manual handling techniques.
• Escorting patients to the theatre unit prior to surgery.
• Escorting post surgical patients to the surgical ward with the support of trained staff.
• Cleaning the theatre environment between patient surgical procedures.
• Assisting with the practical daily operating theatre tasks such as the collection and handover of medications, notes, equipment and other supplies.
• Assisting with the general upkeep of the operating department and its storage areas.
• Restocking the linen trolley and staff scrub suits as required.
• Supporting the theatre practitioner in positioning patients on operating table.
• Assisting the theatre team by supporting patient limbs during surgical preparation

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

• Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
• Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
• Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
• 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
• Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are a busy and friendly department which covers elective orthopaedics, colorectal, urology, general surgery and breast specialties on elective surgical lists Monday through to Friday.

This role consists of varied and diverse manual handling tasks involving both patients and supplies, and the candidate will be required to spend long periods on their feet, and be capable of working both independently and under the direction of trained healthcare staff.

Strong communication skills are essential and the importance of the theatre orderly role in liaising with colleagues, task prioritisation and assisting our patients is crucial to ensuring we maintain a safe, welcoming and friendly environment for our patients.

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Interview will be held on 12/11/2026

Person specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

• Literate and numerate
• NVQ Level 2 or willingness to work towards this

Experience

• Able to work in a healthcare environment
• Articulate
• Able to work as an effective team member
• Maintain standards of care
• Able to follow instructions / undertake delegated duties
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage time effectively
• Experience of working in a health or social care environment
• Experience of delivering good service to members of the public

Language Skills

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Hywel Dda University Health Board operates a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Katherine Thomas Job title Clinical Practice Educator Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01554 783088 Additional information

To arrange a departmental visit or to discuss the role please contact the department on the following number - 01554 783088