Theatre Practitioner - SFA - Circle Health Group

Circle Health Group; Croydon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday annually

Private Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme

Friends & Family Discounts

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Non-contributory life insurance

Job summary

Circle Health Group’s Shirley Oaks Hospital is seeking a Theatre Practitioner SFA in Croydon. This full-time role involves supporting the surgical team and anaesthetist throughout the peri-operative process, offering hands-on assistance and ensuring patient safety.

The successful candidate will have relevant nursing qualifications and experience in a theatre setting. A competitive salary and benefits package, including private healthcare and training opportunities, are offered.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner with relevant certifications.
• Experience or training in a theatre environment focusing on scrub, anaesthetics, or recovery.
• Understanding of infection control and patient safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments and maintaining sterility.
• Support the Anaesthetist in patient monitoring and airway management.
• Provide post-operative care and manage vital signs.

Skills

Registered Nurse (NMC)

Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC)

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Job Title: Theatre Practitioner – SFA

Location: Shirley Oaks Hospital, Croydon

Hours & Type: 37.5 hours per week, Permanent

Salary: Competitive (depends on level of experience, training and qualification)

Overview

Circle Health Group’s Shirley Oaks Hospital in Croydon offers a full‑time Theatre Practitioner SFA role within the Theatre department. The role holder will support the surgical team and anaesthetist across the full peri‑operative spectrum and may be required to work flexible shift patterns.

Duties

• Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility, anticipating surgeon needs, and ensuring equipment safety; support the Anaesthetist in equipment preparation, patient monitoring, airway management, and positioning; and provide post‑operative care, monitoring vital signs, managing pain and nausea, and ensuring patient readiness for discharge.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control policies and procedures at all times.
• Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and specific patient requirements.
• Check all surgical and anaesthetic equipment prior to use and report faults immediately.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve safe and efficient surgical lists.
• Support and contribute to a positive, respectful, and efficient theatre environment.

Qualifications and Experience

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC).
• Experience or training in a theatre environment with a focus on scrub, anaesthetics, or recovery.
• Understanding of infection control, manual handling, and patient safety principles.
• Ability to work under pressure, problem‑solve, and respond quickly to changes in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to safe surgical practice.

Salary & Benefits

• 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service.
• Private Pension Scheme.
• Private Healthcare Scheme covering pre‑existing medical conditions.
• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts.
• Family‑Friendly policies, including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
• Non‑contributory life insurance.
• Staff engagement hub with discounts and rewards, voluntary benefits.
• Resources, tools and services supporting wellbeing.
• Employee recognition programmes.
• Industry‑leading training and development opportunities.

…and much more.

Diversity & Equality

Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce and offers inclusive opportunities for all applicants. We abide by the Equality Act and actively seek candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities, and expressions. We support all colleagues in a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment.