Theatre Care Assistant – Perioperative Support

Ashford And St Peter'S Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a Healthcare Support Worker (Assistant Theatre Practitioner). The role involves assisting in the theatre complex, supporting the Theatre Team Leader, and delivering high-quality patient care with compassion and clear communication.

Full training and development opportunities are provided within a supportive NHS environment. Band 2 salary and benefits reflect NHS Agenda for Change, with formal pathways for progression

Qualifications

• Essential communication and IT skills.
• Experience in healthcare settings desirable.
• NHS/NHS Trust awareness preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work under supervision to deliver safe patient care in the theatre complex.
• Assist in main theatre, recovery and anaesthetics while maintaining patient dignity.
• Follow IPC guidelines and ensure accurate documentation and upskilling where required.

Skills

Effective communication

IT skills

Patient-centred care

Education

Level 2 English and Math

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a Healthcare Support Worker (Assistant Theatre Practitioner). The role involves assisting in the theatre complex, supporting the Theatre Team Leader, and delivering high-quality patient care with compassion and clear communication.

Full training and development opportunities are provided within a supportive NHS environment. Band 2 salary and benefits reflect NHS Agenda for Change, with formal pathways for progression