Theatre Assistant

The Methodist Church in Britain; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days' annual leave including bank/h

Pension with employer/employee/contrib

Spire for You Rewards platform

Free Bupa wellness screening

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Spire Hartswood Hospital in Essex is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to support scrub nurses and consultants in the operating theatre. You will help in anaesthetic rooms, move patients, prepare sterile packs, and maintain infection control while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires NVQ Level 2 or Care Certificate, hospital experience, strong communication, reliability and teamwork. On offer: generous leave, pension, rewards platform, wellness screening, private medical cover,

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, Care Certificate or equivalent.
• Previous healthcare support or hospital experience preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support nurses and consultants during surgical procedures.
• Assist scrub nurses within operating theatres.
• Support patients in the anaesthetic room.
• Safely transport patients to and from theatre and wards.
• Open sterile packs and prepare equipment for procedures.
• Prepare, check and handle surgical instruments.
• Maintain cleanliness and infection prevention standards.
• Contribute to a safe, efficient theatre environment.
• Provide reassurance and support to patients during their theatre experience.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, Care Certificate or equivalent

Job description

This is a permanent full-time post in the operating theatre team at Spire Hartswood Hospital, a private hospital run by Spire Healthcare. The work centres on supporting scrub nurses and consultants during surgery, looking after patients in the anaesthetic room and moving them safely between theatre and the wards. Preparing sterile packs, instruments and equipment and keeping to infection control standards are also central. Fit depends on prior healthcare support or hospital experience and a Care Certificate or NVQ Level 2, and visa sponsorship is not offered.

What the job involves

• Supporting nurses and consultants during surgical procedures
• Assisting scrub nurses within operating theatres
• Supporting patients in the anaesthetic room
• Safely transporting patients to and from theatre and wards
• Opening sterile packs and preparing equipment for procedures
• Preparing, checking and handling surgical instruments
• Maintaining cleanliness, infection prevention and control
• Contributing to a safe, efficient and high-quality theatre environment
• Giving reassurance and support to patients through their theatre experience

What’s required

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, Care Certificate or equivalent

Experience

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant, Care Assistant, Support Worker or in a hospital setting

Skills & knowledge

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork
• Reliable and organised
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Other

• Passionate about patient care
• Compassionate, caring and empathetic
• Keen to learn and develop new clinical skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Nice to have

• Previous theatre experience

What’s offered

• 35 days' annual leave, including bank holidays
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
• Spire for You Rewards Platform with discounts and cashback at over 1,000 retailers
• Free Bupa wellness screening
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Free onsite parking