Theatre Support Worker- General Surgery

York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Theatre Support Worker to join their General Surgery Team. The role involves patient preparation and support during surgeries, maintaining a safe environment, and ensuring effective operation of theatre equipment. Successful candidates will undergo training through the Healthcare Support Worker Academy, with benefits including generous holiday and pension schemes.

Benefits

Access to NHS Pension Scheme

27 days holiday (rising to 33)

Relocation package

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Willingness to complete the 4-week Healthcare Support Worker Academy.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the collection and preparation of patients before surgery.
• Monitor patients before surgery.
• Set up and maintain theatre equipment.
• Follow cleaning protocols to ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient advocacy

Theatre equipment setup

Monitoring patients

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy at York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for someone to join our General Surgery Team as a Theatre Support Worker.

Our department is fast paced and dynamic with no 2 days the same. After completing the 4 week Healthcare Support Worker Academy you will undertake extensive training in the department during a supernumerary period with support from our two in-house clinical educators. You will be supported to complete a theatres skills book to provide the best care possible for our patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the collection and preparation of patients before surgery. You will be the patient advocate for their time in theatre, so you need to be thorough and patient.
• Apply and understand monitoring of patients before surgery.
• Act as a theatre runner to help with the setup of sterile equipment and maintaining this.
• Maintain a safe environment.
• Follow cleaning protocol to maintain a clean and safe environment for our patients.
• Set up and maintain theatre equipment.
• Stock up and maintain stock levels with theatre.
• Handle tissue samples and document them correctly.
• Handle sensitive information.

For a full list of duties and responsibilities for this role please see the Job Description attached.

Training and Development

You must be able to commit to attending the 4 week, full-time HCSW Academy when you start working for our Trust.

Benefits

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, with generous retirement benefits, a lump sum and pension for dependants
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
• A relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support relocation expenses for hard-to-fill positions where relocation is expected
• A variety of paid and unpaid leave
• Confidential advice and support via the Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)
• NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
• Opportunities for learning and development
• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance

For further information on the benefits please visit the Trust's Staff Benefits pages.

Application and Additional Information

Interviews for this position will be held in person ONLY. Remote interviews are not available. Interested candidates are encouraged to contact the Recruiting Manager for an informal discussion about the role. A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Across our organisation, people are guided by values: we are kind; we are open; we pursue excellence. We welcome applications from everyone and support flexible working where possible. If needed, please contact the Recruiting Manager named within this advert to discuss requirements.

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This advert closes on Thursday 2 Oct 2025.