Theatre Practitioner - Flexible Bank Shifts

Circle Health Group; Northwich; On-site; GBP 31,822 - 45,323; Full time

Job summary

Circle Cheshire Clinic in Northwich is part of Circle Health Group and is seeking a Theatre Practitioner for bank shifts. You will support the surgical team, prepare instruments, maintain sterility and assist throughout the perioperative period.

This role is on an as-and-when-required basis, offering flexible, on-call shifts across the theatre department with competitive hourly pay up to £28 depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) with theatre experience.
• Experience in scrub, anaesthetics, or recovery.
• Knowledge of infection control and patient safety principles.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changes quickly.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare instruments, maintain sterility, anticipate surgeon needs and support the theatre team.
• Assist anaesthetist with equipment prep, patient monitoring, airway management and positioning.
• Provide post‑operative care, monitor vital signs and support discharge readiness.
• Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and patient requirements.
• Check surgical and anaesthetic equipment, report faults promptly.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, efficient lists.

Skills

NMC registration

Theatre experience

Infection control

Education

NMC registration

HCPC registration

Job description

Circle Cheshire Clinic in Northwich is part of Circle Health Group and is seeking a Theatre Practitioner for bank shifts. You will support the surgical team, prepare instruments, maintain sterility and assist throughout the perioperative period.

This role is on an as-and-when-required basis, offering flexible, on-call shifts across the theatre department with competitive hourly pay up to £28 depending on experience and qualifications.