Theatre Scrub Nurse /ODP | University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Bristol is seeking enthusiastic Band 5 nurses to join their adult Theatre team. The role offers opportunities to work across multiple surgical specialties with flexible hours, mentorship, and support for professional development. This position is designed for those with skills in anaesthesia, recovery, or scrub, although training is available for suitable candidates. Join a supportive community-focused team dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care.

Benefits

Mentorship

Supernumerary phase

Healthy work-life balance

Community-focused environment

Qualifications

• Experience in theatre (scrub/ODP) is preferred but not mandatory.
• Willingness to learn and adaptability to varying theatre disciplines.
• New qualified practitioners are welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Attend theatre and support all surgical procedures as required.
• Work shift patterns up to 37.5 hours a week, including nights and weekends.
• Provide scrub, recovery, and anaesthetic support within the theatre team.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Engage in continuous professional development and training opportunities.

Skills

Skills in anaesthesia

Recovery

Scrub

Team-working approach

Flexibility in working hours

Education

Band 5 nursing registration

Job description

St. Michael’s Theatres at University Hospital Bristol and Weston are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals with a flexible approach to join our adult Theatre team. The role is based across multiple sites in UHBW and is offered to band 5 nurses working up to 37.5 hours a week. Skills in anaesthesia, recovery or scrub are highly desirable, although training will be provided for suitable candidates.

Overview

Our theatres cover a wide range of specialties including Obstetrics, ENT, Upper GI, Oral Surgery, Gynaecology, cardiac, thoracic, GI, Max‑Fax, Trauma, Emergency, and robotic surgery. The position offers a supportive, community‑focused environment with opportunities for training and career development.

Responsibilities

• Attend theatre and support all surgical procedures as required.
• Work shift patterns up to 37.5 hours a week, including nights and weekends.
• Provide scrub, recovery, and anaesthetic support within the theatre team.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high‑quality patient care.
• Engage in continuous professional development and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Band 5 nursing registration.
• Experience in theatre (scrub/ODP) is preferred but not mandatory.
• Willingness to learn and adaptability to varying theatre disciplines.
• Flexibility in working hours and a team‑working approach.
• New qualified practitioners are welcomed.

Benefits

We offer a supportive work environment with mentorship, a supernumerary phase, and the chance to develop skills across multiple specialties. Our teams promote a healthy work‑life balance and a strong sense of community.

Equal Opportunities

The University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust is an equal opportunities employer, committed to recruiting and retaining a workforce that reflects the local population. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all staff and patients.