Theatre Assistant

NHS; Wrexham; À distance; GBP 21 000 - 25 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

BCUHB North Wales is recruiting a Theatre Assistant to join the Wrexham Maelor Hospital Operating Theatres. The role starts at band 2, with progression to band 3 after completing in-house competencies, and a dedicated preceptorship programme.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high‑quality patient care in a supportive, non‑discriminatory environment. Welsh language skills are desirable, and sponsorship may be needed for non‑UK applicants.

Qualifications

• Level 3 health care qualification or relevant experience with clinical care duties.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and GDPR/general data protection.
• Experience in NHS setting and patient care.

Responsabilités

• Support delivery of high standard patient care in theatre.
• Work as part of multidisciplinary theatre team.
• Follow unit policies and procedures.

Connaissances

Communication

Independence

Calm under pressure

Compassion

Organisation

Tech literacy

Physical fitness

Welsh (desirable)

Formation

Level 3 health care qualification

Description du poste

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Job overview

Looking for a challenging and rewarding role? Want a job where no two days are the same?

We need highly motivated and suitably dedicated personnel for the available position as a Theatre Assistant working in Wrexham Maelor Hospital Operating Theatres.

All new starters will be supported via the preceptorship programme that is available within the department.

Initial appointment at band 2. Once in house competencies completed you will progress to a band 3.

Due to the anticipated high level of interest, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early once sufficient applications have been received.

Previous applicants who have applied for or interviewed for this post within the last 6 months need not apply.

Main duties of the job

Providing support for the delivery of higher standard care to patients within the theatre complex. To work as part of a multidisciplinary team in the theatre, ensuring that patient care is non-discriminatory and non-prejudicial and of a high standard.

To carry out tasks in accordance with unit policies and procedures.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in health care related subject or equivalent experience and can evidence work based competency demonstrating theoretical knowledge and the ability to undertake clinical care duties relevant for the role which is gained through experience and worked based training/short courses
• Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales and All Wales Delegation Guidelines (HEIW)
• Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures within a Healthcare setting for example the principles of Safeguarding adults/children to keep patients within their care safe, and confidentially for example General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)

Experience

• Experience of working within a relevant health or social care environment providing direct patient care
• Experience of working with patient groups relevant to area of practice
• Experience of working within the NHS

Skills

• Good communication skills - verbal and written with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively
• Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard
• Ability to keep calm in stressful situations
• Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach
• Organisational skills with the ability to plan and prioritise own and others workload efficiently
• Ability to use technology to undertake the role, for example Microsoft Office, virtual platforms such as Teams
• Physically able to carry out the duties of the role, including lifting, assisting with mobility and performing other manual tasks.
• Welsh language skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading and writing in Welsh

Other

• Enhanced DBS clearance including Adults and Children's barred list check
• Ability to work a range of shift patterns

To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa , unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK . If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.