Perioperative Practitioner

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Band 5 Registered Practitioner to join the Orthopaedic and Spinal Theatre Team at Chapel Allerton Hospital. You will deliver safe perioperative care for elective orthopaedic and spinal procedures within a busy Elective Surgical Hub, with a comprehensive induction and ongoing development opportunities.

You will be supported by an multidisciplinary team, and current NMC/HCPC registration is essential, with commitment to professional

Qualifications

• Current UK NMC registration or HCPC registration for allied roles.
• Band 5 level with willingness to undertake perioperative training.
• Ability to deliver safe perioperative care in a busy elective hub.

Responsibilities

• Deliver perioperative care for elective orthopaedic and spinal procedures.
• Work with the multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
• Contribute to audit, quality improvement and service development.
• Teach and supervise learners and junior staff where required.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NMC registered nurse

Tools

Operating theatre equipment

Job description

Job Description

For questions about this job, contact: Name: Nicola Jennings Position: Team Leader Email: [e-mail] Phone number: 0113 3924636 Interview Date: week commencing 19/10/2026

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Band 5 Registered Practitioner to join the Orthopaedic and Spinal Theatre Team at Chapel Allerton Hospital, part of Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. Working within our busy Elective Surgical Hub, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality perioperative care for patients undergoing a wide range of orthopaedic and spinal procedures. Our department currently comprises four elective operating theatres and is undergoing an exciting expansion programme, with two additional theatres currently being built, creating opportunities to influence and support the future development of the service. As a Band 5 Practitioner, you will be supported to develop your knowledge, skills and experience within a specialist surgical environment, working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team committed to delivering excellent patient care. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about elective surgery, demonstrate strong clinical, communication and organisational skills, and are committed to their own professional development. Whether you are newly qualified or have existing theatre experience, you will be supported through a comprehensive induction, preceptorship programme and ongoing learning opportunities. Current registration with the NMC or HCPC is essential for all registered professional roles. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 5 Registered Practitioner who is keen to develop their skills within a specialist elective orthopaedic and spinal theatre environment. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be adaptable and well organised, and thrive in a busy multidisciplinary team. We are seeking individuals who are committed to delivering high-quality patient care and who are passionate about continuous learning, service improvement and delivering an excellent patient experience. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering safe, effective perioperative care to patients undergoing elective orthopaedic and spinal procedures. You will contribute to audit, quality improvement and service development activities, helping to ensure compliance with clinical governance requirements and best practice standards. As a Band 5 practitioner, you will work closely with registered and unregistered colleagues, apprentices, students and learners, contributing to a positive and supportive learning environment. You will be encouraged to develop your clinical knowledge and leadership skills through structured training, education and mentorship opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing Elective Surgical Hub and build a rewarding career within a supportive team dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care.

All applicants are required to have current UK NMC registration, with evidence of registrant clinical practice in the UK, or be a final-year nursing student studying in the UK.

Why you should join our Team

The Chapel Allerton Theatre Team consistently delivers exceptional elective care through clinical excellence, innovation and collaboration. From advancing robotic-assisted surgery to nurturing an inclusive, supportive culture, the team achieves outstanding patient outcomes while creating an environment where colleagues and learners thrive.

What You Will Bring To The Role

• To provide and be responsible for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for the perioperative patient.
• To carry out all relevant forms of care competently without direct supervision.
• Communicate with members of the multi-disciplinary team to facilitate continuity of care and promote effective team working.
• To assist with the teaching and supervision of learners and other staff.
• The jobholder will work within an environment caring for peri-operative patients.

Qualifications - Essential Criteria

• Registered Nurse (Level 1) or Registered Operating Department Practitioner
• Willing to undergo training as necessary

Qualifications - Desirable

• Ability to demonstrate and explain skills to other staff
• Recognised teaching/assessing qualification

Experience - Essential Criteria

• Current issues in health care
• Understanding of the principles of patient centred care

Experience - Desirable

• Insight into clinical speciality.

Skills & Behaviours - Essential

• Caring and motivated
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Willingness to learn and develop their role
• Interpersonal skills
• Organisational skills
• Time management skills
• Team player
• Communication skills
• Ability to act professionally at all times

Skills & Behaviours - Desirable

• Capable of lateral thinking

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are….

• Responsible
• Open and Honest
• One Team
• Kind

Our purpose:

Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our Priorities

• People
• Improvement and Innovation
• Partnerships
• Outcomes
• Sponsorship Eligibility
• To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.