Team Leader Scrub Practitioner General Surgery& Colorectal

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A large healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Band 6 Team Leader to oversee surgical care in the General Surgery & Colorectal team. The ideal candidate will have experience in major surgeries and be a strong leader capable of managing a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include operational supervision, staff development, and ensuring high-quality patient care. This full-time position offers a dynamic working environment supporting clinical excellence and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Strong background in major colorectal and general surgery, including laparoscopic and open procedures.
• Experience in clinical governance and staff development.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and lead a team confidently.

Responsibilities

• Operational supervision of the department with a focus on clinical governance.
• Manage theatre preparations for surgical sessions.
• Participate in teaching and mentorship of trainees.

Skills

Leadership

Surgical care

Budgetary awareness

Job description

A Vacancy at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Exciting Secondment Opportunity – Band 6 Team Leader (General Surgery & Colorectal)

Are you a driven and experienced practitioner ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? We’re offering a full-time secondment opportunity for a Band 6 Team Leader within our dynamic General Surgery & Colorectal team.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in major colorectal and general surgery, including both laparoscopic and open procedures. You’ll be at the forefront of surgical care, supporting clinical excellence and leading a dedicated team in a fast‑paced, rewarding environment.

If you thrive under pressure, lead with confidence, and are passionate about delivering high‑quality patient care, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

The post holder will be responsible for the effective and efficient operational supervision of the department, within a specialised area of expertise; including budgetary awareness, clinical governance, staff development and training. They will provide professional leadership, direction and inspirational leadership to all members of the multidisciplinary team for which they are accountable. They will be involved in the development of protocols and key initiatives to ensure the service is the best it can be. Working across Bedfordshire NHS Trust, the post holder is accountable for the provision, organisation, delivery and development of safe, high quality patient care within their specialty and sphere of responsibility and competency, including “scrubbing and circulating” for all types of surgical cases working alongside the band 7 senior theatre practitioner.

• Manage the preparation of the theatre suite for an operating theatre session with regards to staffing and skill mix, equipment and instruments availability and sustainability.


• Participate in the departments internal rotation and on‑call system including weekends and bank holidays as required, ensuring the delivery of a 24‑hour service.


• Establish and maintain communication that facilitates multi‑disciplinary working and coordination of effective patient care.


• Participate in the teaching and mentorship of learners and trainee theatre practitioners in the appropriate specialist area.


• Provide support and skilled assistance to all staff members and contribute towards the maintenance of a safe and clean environment within the department.

About Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics‑led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high‑performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high‑quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology.

Our Values

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience; we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours that underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values‑based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering the first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job; please review for the full details and responsibilities.

This advert closes on Sunday 4 Jan 2026.