Theatre Support Worker

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Grove Green; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Free Staff Parking

Pension Scheme

Private Health Insurance

33 Days Annual Leave + Birthday Time

Life Assurance

Annual Flu Vaccination

Free Eye Test

Flexible Working Options & Annualised

Job summary

At KIMS Hospital, a Theatre Support Worker is needed to help prepare operating theatres and recovery areas, escort patients, and maintain comprehensive records. You will ensure cleanliness, stock management, and safe patient transfers with the scrub team.

The role emphasizes strong communication and teamwork within the theatres environment. You will work four days per week (including Saturdays) with a good work-life balance, and benefit from a range of staff perks and a friendly, supportive team

Qualifications

• A good standard of general education including English and Maths GCSE grade 4 and above (or equivalent).
• Previous experience working in Operating Theatres or a Decontamination Unit.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cleaning theatre and recovery areas before and after surgeries, ensuring adherence to cleaning schedules.
• Stocking and maintaining stock levels in cupboards and containers.
• Assisting with patient collection and escorting, as well as helping transfer patients from trolleys to tables under supervision.
• Supporting the safe positioning of patients on the operating table.
• Acting as the circulating person for the scrub team, within your scope of responsibilities.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

GCSE English & Maths 4+

Job description

As a Theatre Support Worker, you'll play an essential role in preparing operating theatres, ensuring the theatre and recovery areas are maintained to the highest standards, escorting and assisting patients, and ensuring accurate record-keeping. Every day, you'll have the opportunity to improve the patient experience and contribute to their recovery., As a Theatre Support Worker, your key responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cleaning theatre and recovery areas before and after surgeries, ensuring adherence to cleaning schedules.
• Stocking and maintaining stock levels in cupboards and containers.
• Assisting with patient collection and escorting, as well as helping transfer patients from trolleys to tables under supervision.
• Supporting the safe positioning of patients on the operating table.
• Acting as the circulating person for the scrub team, within your scope of responsibilities., For more information regarding this role please see the attached job description and person specification.
  Do you have experience working in Theatres or a Decontamination Unit? Are you ready to advance your career in healthcare?, A good standard of general education including English and Maths GCSE grade 4 and above (or equivalent)., Previous experience working in Operating Theatres or a Decontamination Unit.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
At KIMS Hospital, we value our people above all else. That's why we focus on creating an environment where you feel supported, valued, and empowered to achieve your career goals. We offer an attractive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing-physically, financially, and emotionally.
You'll work 4 days per week (Monday to Saturday, 07:30 - 18:00), with 1 Saturday per month, offering a great work-life balance.

See what our staff have to say about working in theatres. Join the Theatres team at KIMS Hospital and take your career to new heights while making a real difference in patient care!

• Competitive Salary
• Free Staff Parking
• Pension Scheme
• Private Health Insurance
• 33 Days Annual Leave + Extra Time Off for Your Birthday
• Life Assurance
• Annual Flu Vaccination
• Free Eye Test
• Flexible Working Options & Annualised Hours Contracts

We are also proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident Employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.