Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 2 Theatre Assistant to join the operating theatres and recovery department as part of the dynamic theatre team at the Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro.
Responsibilities
* Clean theatres and the department.
* Work as part of a multi‑professional team.
Qualifications & Experience
* Working as part of a multi‑professional team.
* Working in a hospital environment or with the general public.
* GCSE in English and Maths grade 9 to 4 (A* to C) or equivalent.
* Care Certificate / Level 2 or 3 Healthcare Apprenticeship.
* Good verbal and written communication skills.
* Awareness of health & safety issues relevant to the healthcare environment.
* Basic computer use, experience with the Galaxy system, ability to answer bleeps and raise concerns regarding patient safety.
Employment Requirements
* Identity checks.
* Professional registration and qualification checks.
* Employment history and reference checks.
* Occupational Health clearance.
* Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
* Right to work in the UK.
Benefits
* Full‑time posts 37.5 hours per week; part‑time posts available.
* Potential flexible working; discuss at interview.
* Potential sponsorship available, but not guaranteed.
* Healthy work‑life balance and progress opportunities.
EEO Statement
This role is open to all applicants. In line with Cornwall First recruitment principles, initial shortlisting will prioritise applicants from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the Integrated Care Board for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
Additional Notes
Application requires completion of standard NHS checks including Disclosure and Barring Service, Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and related checks.
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