Senior Theatre Practitioner - Circle Health Group

Circle Health Group; Windsor; On-site; GBP 37,890 - 46,310; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme covering pre-existing conditions

Friends & Family Hospital Discounts

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay

Non-contributory life insurance

Access to discounts and rewards

Wellbeing support resources

Employee recognition programmes

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Circle Health Group is seeking a Senior Theatre Practitioner for its Princess Margaret Hospital in Windsor. This full-time role involves assisting surgical teams, preparing theatres, and supervising junior staff. Applicants should have significant perioperative experience, ideally in orthopaedic surgery, alongside relevant qualifications.

The position offers a salary of up to £42,100 per year and an extensive benefits package including a private pension scheme, healthcare coverage, and generous holiday allowances.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in the perioperative setting with specialist knowledge in orthopaedic surgery.
• Previous experience in a senior or team lead role within theatres.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle specialist instrumentation and equipment during procedures.
• Provide skilled assistance to surgical and anaesthetic teams.
• Supervise junior theatre practitioners and staff.

Skills

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

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Clinical governance knowledge

Infection control knowledge

Education

Nursing or Operating Department Practitioner qualification

Job description

Senior Theatre Practitioner

Princess Margaret Hospital, Windsor (Circle Health Group)

Full‑time, 37.5 hours per week, Permanent

Salary: Up to £42,100 per year (depending on experience, training and qualification)

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle specialist instrumentation and equipment (e.g., power tools, implants, navigation systems) in line with manufacturers’ guidance and surgical protocols.
• Provide skilled assistance to the surgical and anaesthetic teams, anticipating needs and adapting to changes during procedures.
• Take a senior role in preparing theatres, coordinating surgical lists, and ensuring all equipment, staff, and resources are in place.
• Support the Theatre Manager with team briefings, scheduling, stock control, and ensuring safe patient flow through the theatre suite.
• Supervise junior theatre practitioners, ODPs, and healthcare assistants, providing clinical guidance and oversight during shifts.
• Identify and elevate clinical or operational risks and participate in audits and incident reviews.
• Liaise closely with consultants, anaesthetists, recovery staff, and ward teams to ensure continuity of care and an excellent patient experience.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC)
• Significant experience in the perioperative setting with specialist knowledge in orthopaedic surgery
• Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of procedures, including complex cases
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, infection control, and safety practices in theatre
• Previous experience in a senior or team lead role within theatres

Benefits

• 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
• Private Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare Scheme covering pre‑existing medical conditions
• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
• Family‑Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
• Non‑contributory life insurance
• Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
• Access to resources, tools and services to support wellbeing
• Employee recognition programmes
• Industry leading training and development opportunities

Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all colleagues and embraces a culture based on being selfless, compassionate, committed, collaborative, brave, agile, tenacious and creative.