Theatre Support Worker

Transformationunitgm; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust seeks self-motivated Theatre Support Workers for full-time positions in their Main Theatres team. Candidates should demonstrate effective communication and teamwork, with the opportunity for career progression to Band 3 after completion of competencies.

Benefits

Excellent learning opportunities

Continued support from experienced team

Qualifications

• Experience in an acute hospital setting required.
• Understanding of the Theatre Support Worker role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care to patients undergoing surgical procedures.
• Work as part of a motivated team in the theatres.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Education

GCSE level or equivalent in English and maths

Job description

Employer Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Town Dorchester Salary £24,169 - £25,674 Per Annum Salary period Yearly Closing 12/06/2025 23:59

Theatre Support Worker

NHS AfC: Band 2/3

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Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to become part of the Main Theatres team providing high quality and safe care to patients. Main Theatres currently have permanent vacancies up to and including full time hours within their team for Band 2 Theatre Support Workers. We are seeking self-motivated individuals with experience in an acute hospital setting.

Successful applicants should have good communication skills and enjoy working in a swiftly changing and challenging environment. You will be required to work as part of a motivated team as well as being able to work on own initiative. You must be able to work shifts which includes nights, weekends and on calls to cover the service need seven days a week, 365 days a year.

Once all competencies have been completed, the successful applicants will be uplifted to Band 3.

Main duties of the job

The job entails working within all areas of theatres, adults and paediatrics and some administration duties when necessary. The post holders will be expected to provide quality care to patients undergoing a wide range of surgical procedures. Applications from candidates with previous experience in theatres would be encouraged.

The experienced team within Main Theatres can offer the successful candidate excellent learning opportunities and continued support.

Working for our organisation

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person specification

Education and Training

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent in English and maths

EXPERIENCE

• Understanding of the Theatre Support Worker role
• Experience in an acute hospital setting

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

• Evidence of good communication skills
• Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
• Evidence of ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
• Flexibility/adaptability to work in all areas, to meet patient needs

Our Mission

Outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them.

Our Vision

Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

Our Values

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

For more information, please use the link below to read our joint strategy for Dorset County Hospital and Dorset Healthcare.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

Please read the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required.

The closing date/interview date is subject to amendment; this vacancy may therefore expire at short notice, so we recommend that you submit an application at your earliest convenience. We reserve the right to close any vacancies without notice.

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email; therefore it is important that you check your personal email account regularly.

Unfortunately we are unable to respond to every application; if we do not contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date, please be advised that you not have been shortlisted on this occasion.

You can contact us on 01305 254655 to find out whether you have been shortlisted or if you would like feedback.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.