Senior Theatre Support Worker | Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Lancashire Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Preston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Theatre Support Worker to join their team in Emergency and Neuro Theatres. The role involves providing high-quality care to patients undergoing surgery, ensuring safety and comfort, and collaborating with the surgical team. Candidates must have prior experience in an Operating Theatre, possess strong communication skills, and work effectively under pressure. Opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment are also provided.

Benefits

Varied development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an Operating Theatre is required.
• Must show a passion for providing excellent care to patients.
• Ability to work in a busy, demanding environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide good quality personalised care according to standards.
• Assist patients with toilet facilities and achieve comfort.
• Assist in the positioning of patients in theatre.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team-working skills

Ability to maintain composure under pressure

Initiative

Job description

Overview

Senior Theatre Support Worker in Emergency and Neuro Theatres – Exciting Opportunity to join a dynamic team providing high-quality patient care in fast-paced surgical environments alongside Registered Nurses and Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs).

You will work with the surgical team to ensure the safe and efficient delivery of care to patients undergoing surgery. This role requires confidence, composure under pressure, and the ability to think on your feet while prioritising tasks and maintaining excellent communication and teamwork.

What we’re looking for

We need someone who is confident, calm under pressure, and able to think on their feet. If you thrive in fast-paced, challenging situations and can prioritise tasks effectively, this role is for you. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work seamlessly within a team are essential. You should show initiative, take responsibility for your actions, and support the surgical team in delivering outstanding care, even in challenging circumstances. A mature approach to work will contribute to high-quality, patient-centred care.

Please note: We cannot consider applicants who require sponsorship to work in this role.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Previous experience working in an Operating Theatre is a must.
• Strong communication and team-working skills.
• Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in a busy, demanding environment.
• A passion for providing excellent care and support to patients.
• Ready to contribute to providing top-tier patient care in an emergency theatre setting.

Additional information

You will be required to submit evidence of your qualifications. If your qualifications were obtained overseas, please ensure you acquire a Statement of Comparability from UK ENIC to facilitate alignment with UK standards. For further information and to apply, please follow the UK ENIC Qualifications page: enic.org.uk/Qualifications/SOC/Default.aspx.

Whatever your role, you help look after many people in our local area and across the region. Working with us gives you the knowledge and pride that your activities make a real difference to patients and staff.

You will have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet amazing people, and build your career in a hospital environment with colleagues from diverse roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide good quality personalised care in accordance with agreed local and national standards.
• Assist patients to access and use toilet facilities or continence aids and achieve physical comfort.
• Assist in the positioning of patients in theatre and in the recovery area, ensuring pressure areas are protected and patient comfort is maintained.
• Work flexibly within theatre operations, including days, evenings and weekends.
• Undertake clinical duties relevant to the clinical area following achievement of competencies.
• Handle and store patient specimens safely, complying with Trust policy.
• Assist to maintain patient safety, conforming to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Promote equality in care and practice by recognising, respecting and meeting the needs and choices of individuals.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe, clean and productive care environment compliant with hygiene standards.
• Maintain and develop own competence in accordance with Trust and local policy.
• Communicate and document information in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Actively resolve issues and complaints at local level and report outcomes to line manager.

This advert closes on Thursday 18 Dec 2025.