Theatre Team Leader

NHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton is offering a fantastic opportunity for a passionate practitioner to lead a Neurosurgery team while developing a new stroke service. As part of a supportive environment, you'll have access to exceptional training and development resources, promoting career growth and high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in adult and paediatric Neurosurgery.
• Demonstrated solid, innovative leadership styles and skills.
• Ongoing professional development and commitment to developing others.

Responsibilities

• Lead a busy Theatre department and deliver a 24/7 stroke service.
• Cover all shift patterns and participate in recruitment and training.
• Demonstrate an in-depth understanding to provide high-quality care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Motivational Skills

Decision-Making

Education

Registered ODP / nurse

Degree-level education or equivalent

Formal Management Training

Job description

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role

Main duties of the job

The Neuro Theatre team at Southampton General Hospital are delighted to be able to offer a fantastic opportunity to aspiring and emerging leaders seeking growth and development in an acute setting. We are looking for a passionate and driven practitioner who can lead a busy Theatre department as well as deliver a 24/7 stroke service in time for 2025.

UHS offers fantastic training and development giving you the best possible opportunities to achieve the career you want. Development of our staff is central to the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care. We can offer opportunities to develop within a supportive environment, and our staff survey results reflect our commitment to facilitate your career progression.

About us

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Details Date posted

06 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year Per Annum (PA) Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

188-SNM150525

Job locations

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

Job description Job responsibilities

We are seeking candidates with extensive experience in adult and paediatric Neurosurgery, as well as proven people management skills. You must be dynamic, forward-thinking, and demonstrate solid, innovative leadership styles and skills in an environment that is constantly changing.

In addition to a can-do attitude, it is essential to possess outstanding communication, decision-making, and motivational skills. You will be required to demonstrate ongoing professional development, a strong commitment to developing others, and an in-depth understanding of how to enhance and provide safe, high-quality care to patients and their families.

The successful applicant will be required to cover all shift patterns (early, late, and night shifts) as well as ad hoc on-calls, if necessary. In addition, the successful candidate will be leading and delivering the 24/7 stroke service once it is established in 2025 as well as actively participate in the recruitment and training prior to launch date.

Job description Job responsibilities

We are seeking candidates with extensive experience in adult and paediatric Neurosurgery, as well as proven people management skills. You must be dynamic, forward-thinking, and demonstrate solid, innovative leadership styles and skills in an environment that is constantly changing.

In addition to a can-do attitude, it is essential to possess outstanding communication, decision-making, and motivational skills. You will be required to demonstrate ongoing professional development, a strong commitment to developing others, and an in-depth understanding of how to enhance and provide safe, high-quality care to patients and their families.

The successful applicant will be required to cover all shift patterns (early, late, and night shifts) as well as ad hoc on-calls, if necessary. In addition, the successful candidate will be leading and delivering the 24/7 stroke service once it is established in 2025 as well as actively participate in the recruitment and training prior to launch date.

Person Specification Trust Values Essential

• Patient First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential

• Registered ODP / nurse
• Degree-level education or equivalent experience
• Experience at band 6 level
• Provide evidence of Leading learning in practice
• Provide evidence of Support colleagues to promote learning in practice providing an excellent learning environment for all
• Provide evidence of Supporting /managing and supervision a range of learnings in practice
• Aware of current NHS and professional issues
• Ability to network and build relationships within and across professions
• Experience of developing nursing and allied health profession / perioperative practice
• Appropriate Specialist qualification
• Evidence of Formal Management Training

Desirable

• Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
• Commenced MSc Academic Pathway
• Multi skilled in more than one area of speciality
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Sound leadership and effective role modelling capabilities

Person Specification Trust Values Essential

• Patient First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience Essential

• Registered ODP / nurse
• Degree-level education or equivalent experience
• Experience at band 6 level
• Provide evidence of Leading learning in practice
• Provide evidence of Support colleagues to promote learning in practice providing an excellent learning environment for all
• Provide evidence of Supporting /managing and supervision a range of learnings in practice
• Aware of current NHS and professional issues
• Ability to network and build relationships within and across professions
• Experience of developing nursing and allied health profession / perioperative practice
• Appropriate Specialist qualification
• Evidence of Formal Management Training

Desirable

• Act in the role of Practice Assessor or supporting the progression of learners / supporting challenges as needed
• Commenced MSc Academic Pathway
• Multi skilled in more than one area of speciality
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Sound leadership and effective role modelling capabilities

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Southampton

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)