Orthopaedic Team Leader - Theatres

Spire Healthcare Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent healthcare provider seeks an experienced Orthopaedic Team Lead at their Bristol hospital. The role involves providing clinical leadership, overseeing the delivery of high-quality perioperative care, and supporting team development. Applicants should be a registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner with at least 3 years of Orthopaedic scrub experience. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and enhancements

35 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Orthopaedic scrub experience.
• Strong clinical decision-making and case management skills.
• Knowledge of theatre budgeting and resource planning is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical leadership and mentorship to the team.
• Oversee high-quality perioperative care across elective procedures.
• Collaborate with management for staff development.

Skills

Leadership experience

Clinical decision-making

Resource planning

Education

Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC)

Mentorship qualification

Job description

Orthopaedic Team Lead - Theatres | Spire Bristol Hospital | Permanent | Full Time | Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced and motivated Orthopaedic Practitioner with leadership experience? Spire Bristol Hospital is seeking a dynamic Orthopaedic Team Lead to join our high-performing theatre department. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a dedicated team within one of the UK's leading independent healthcare providers, renowned for clinical excellence and patient care.

Why Join Us?

At Spire Bristol, you'll be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous professional development. We offer a structured career pathway, and the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology in a modern theatre environment.

Duties And Responsibilities

As Orthopaedic Team Lead, you will :

• Provide expert clinical leadership and mentorship to a team of Scrub Practitioners and Healthcare Assistants.
• Oversee the delivery of safe, effective, and high‑quality perioperative care across a range of elective orthopaedic procedures.
• Collaborate with the Theatre Manager and Deputy Manager to support staff development, appraisals, and training plans.
• Act as a professional clinical role model at all times, promoting best practices and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate surgical lists, ensuring all equipment, implants, and resources are available and managed efficiently.
• Work with consultants and company representatives to support surgical teams, optimising patient safety and their outcomes.
• Work with the Theatre Management Team and consultants to seek opportunities to develop and incorporate new technologies and techniques.

Who We're Looking For

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) with no restrictions to practice.
• Minimum 3 years Orthopaedic scrub experience, with theatre leadership or senior practitioner experience.
• Mentorship qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
• Strong clinical decision-making and case management skills.
• Knowledge of theatre budgeting and resource planning (desirable).

Working Hours : Full Time, Monday to Saturday, mixed shifts, earlies and lates, 37.5 hours per week

Contract Type : Permanent

Benefits

• Competitive salary and enhancements
• 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance and life assurance
• Contributory pension scheme with flexible retirement options
• Free Bupa wellness screening
• Access to 'Spire for You' - exclusive discounts and cashback from over 1,000 retailers
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Our Values

• Driving clinical excellence
• Doing the right thing
• Caring is our passion
• Keeping it simple
• Delivering on our promises
• Succeeding and celebrating together

Please note: We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.

About Us

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services.

We have achieved our market leading position because of our Purpose, which is to 'make a positive difference to people's lives through outstanding personalised care'. Everyone at Spire is aligned to this purpose, which underpins a culture of respect, inclusion, passion and collaboration across our business, enabling us to achieve more than 98% of our hospitals being rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding' by the Regulators; these are sector leading standards.

About The Team

Spire Bristol Hospital is the largest private hospital in the South West, offering fast access to a broad range of treatments and services including complex surgery and a Children and Young People's Service. Our high-quality accommodation and aftercare means we're committed to looking after you and your health.