Theatre Practitioner

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Upton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Upton is seeking a motivated Theatre Scrub Practitioner to join their Obstetrics and Gynaecology team. This role requires providing holistic care during obstetric procedures like cesarean sections and laparoscopic surgeries. Candidates must have a Nursing qualification, strong collaborative skills, and experience in theatre settings. The position emphasizes a supportive environment within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring dignity and respect in patient care.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be a registered nurse with experience in theatre nursing.
• Ability to maintain a safe operating environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a scrub practitioner for surgical procedures.
• Ensure instruments and equipment are prepared.
• Support patients during their surgical journey.
• Collaborate with anaesthetic and recovery staff.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Knowledge of surgical procedures

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Tools

Surgical instruments

Job description

Overview

Please note that this is a maternity cover post and is not suitable for newly qualified practitioners.

At Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (WUTH), we are proud to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care across our busy, dynamic operating theatres. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Theatre Scrub Practitioner to join our dedicated team within the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Theatres at Arrowe Park Hospital. You will play a key role in providing safe, effective and holistic care for women undergoing obstetric and gynaecological procedures, including elective and emergency caesarean sections, hysterectomies, and laparoscopic surgeries. Our O&G theatres are fast‑paced and rewarding, offering the opportunity to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to delivering excellence in perioperative care.

Responsibilities

• Act as a scrub practitioner for obstetric and gynaecological surgical procedures.


• Ensure instruments, equipment, and consumables are prepared and available in line with surgical needs.


• Support patients through their surgical journey with dignity and respect.


• Participate in ongoing service development, audits, and training.


• Maintain a safe environment in line with Trust policies and clinical governance standards.


• Work collaboratively with anaesthetic and recovery staff to deliver seamless care.

Application & Conditions

To apply for this role, please submit an application via apps.trac.jobs. We will track the progress of your application and contact you by email; please ensure you regularly check your email account, including the junk/spam box.

By applying for this post you agree that Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust will view and manage the information contained in your application. If offered a position, your personal details will be automatically transferred into the National NHS Electronic Staff Records system (ESR). The Trust reserves the right to close any vacancies from further applications once a minimum number of applications have been received for shortlisting.

DBS and Salary

DBS information – the Trust policy requires the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application to be met by the successful applicant. The costs are recovered via salary deduction following starting in post. Standard Disclosure: £21.50 + £6.50; Enhanced Disclosure: £49.50 + £6.50 (administration fee may increase due to inflation). The amount will be deducted from your salary in manageable monthly instalments for up to three months following commencement of employment. The Trust encourages post holders requiring a DBS to register with the DBS Update Service (Gov.UK). The Trust would encourage all post holders who require a DBS for their role to register with the DBS Update Service.

Apprenticeship Eligibility

Nurses applying for apprenticeships should assess their individual eligibility for apprenticeship opportunities in relation to the role. Eligibility is determined by specific residency requirements set by government funding rules and is assessed on a case‑by‑case basis. UK nationals or individuals with the right of abode typically meet the residency requirement if they have been ordinarily resident in the UK, the British Overseas Territories or the Crown Dependencies for at least three years prior to the start date of the apprenticeship. For more information, refer to the UK Government guidance on apprenticeship funding rules (GOV.UK).

Visa / Sponsorship

Right to work/sponsorship eligibility: Eligibility to work in the UK will be verified during the final stages of the selection process. All candidates must either already have the right to work in the UK before commencing employment or meet the Home Office criteria for visa sponsorship. The role may not be sponsorable for all applicants. For more details see the UK Home Office guidance on Skilled Worker Visa Eligible Occupations and Codes, and the Skilled Worker Visa Immigration Salary List.

Safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all unborn babies, children and adults and is signed up to the Wirral Safeguarding Childrens Partnership and the Wirral Safeguarding Adults Partnership Board associated policies and procedures. All Trust staff must be familiar with, and adhere to these procedures. Post holders are responsible for attending the Trust’s mandatory Protecting Vulnerable People training and following the relevant Trust policies and practice guidance.

Welcome

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they contact us. We are described as \"competent and caring staff\" by our patients. Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula with stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings. We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising the only Emergency Department on The Wirral. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, serving a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint. We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.