Theatre Practitioner – Bank Shifts (As-Needed)

Circle Health Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Circle Health Group in Northampton is seeking a Theatre Practitioner for a bank role in the Theatre department. You will supplement staffing during busy periods and provide cover for annual leave or absences.

The role involves instrument preparation, maintaining sterility, assisting the surgical team and supporting the anaesthetist. You must be registered and able to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or ODP (HCPC) with current registration.
• Experience or training in a theatre environment (scrub, anaesthetics or recovery).
• Knowledge of infection control and patient safety.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt quickly.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare instruments, maintain sterility, anticipate surgeon needs and assist theatre staff.
• Support anaesthetist with equipment prep, patient monitoring, airway management and positioning.
• Provide post‑operative care, monitor vitals and assist discharge readiness.
• Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and patient requirements.
• Check surgical/anaesthetic equipment and report faults immediately.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team for safe, efficient surgical lists.

Skills

NMC Registered Nurse

HCPC Registered ODP

Theatre experience

Education

NMC Registration or HCPC Registration

Job description

Circle Health Group in Northampton is seeking a Theatre Practitioner for a bank role in the Theatre department. You will supplement staffing during busy periods and provide cover for annual leave or absences.

The role involves instrument preparation, maintaining sterility, assisting the surgical team and supporting the anaesthetist. You must be registered and able to work in a dynamic environment.