Senior Theatre Practitioner – SFA

Circle Health Group; Enfield; On-site; GBP 42,750 - 52,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private healthcare

Friends & Family discounts

Family friendly policies

Life insurance

Staff engagement hub

Wellbeing resources

Employee recognition

Training & development

Job summary

Kings Oak Hospital in Enfield, part of Circle Health Group, is recruiting a Senior Theatre Practitioner to join the theatres team. This 37.5‑hour, permanent role offers a salary up to £47,500 depending on experience, training and qualifications.

The post covers a flexible shift pattern and contributes to a leading private healthcare network. Applicants should bring extensive perioperative experience, especially in orthopaedic surgery, with proven leadership and governance capabilities.

Qualifications

• Significant perioperative experience with orthopaedic knowledge.
• NMC or HCPC registration.
• Proven leadership and decision‑making skills.
• Strong governance and infection control understanding.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle specialist instrumentation and equipment in line with protocols.
• Provide skilled assistance to the surgical and anaesthetic teams.
• Take a senior role in preparing theatres, coordinating surgical lists, and ensuring equipment, staff and resources are in place.
• Support the Theatre Manager with team briefings, scheduling, stock control and patient flow.
• Supervise junior theatre practitioners and ODPs, providing guidance and oversight.
• Identify risks and participate in audits and incident reviews.
• Collaborate with consultants and ward teams to ensure continuity of care and patient experience.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Infection control

Theatre experience

Education

NMC registration

HCPC registration

Job description

Senior Theatre Practitioner - SFA
Kings Oak Hospital
37.5 Hours & Permanent
Salary: Up to £47,500.00 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

Kings Oak & Cavell Hospitals in Enfield are part of Circle Health Group , Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Senior Theatre Practitioner t o join their team of staff in theTheatresdepartment.

This is a full-time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required tocover a flexible shift pattern.

Duties of this role include:

• 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.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• 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

Salary & Benefits

• 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
• Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, 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 your wellbeing
• Employee recognition programmes
• Industry leading training and development opportunities