Job Summary
We are looking for a Band 6 nurses who are enthusiastic, flexible, and motivated in delivering an excellent patient care. The successful candidate must have strong interpersonal, organisational, and clinical skills and they should be able to work in different scrub specialities and work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team. You will be required to deputise in the absence of team leader and demonstrate effective leadership and teamwork skills. We are looking for candidates with extensive clinical skills in specialities such as CEPOD / Trauma, Colorectal / Robotics, Vascular, Urology, Renal / Robotics, Plastics / Breast, and Liver Transplantation. The candidates must always demonstrate the Trust World Class Care values. We have Team Leaders, Practice Educators, and Matrons who can offer support to help develop staff. You will be expected to work weekdays, weekends, and nights according to the service needs.
Main Duties of the Job
The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs for all patients, ensuring appropriately planned care is both implemented and evaluated. To provide specialist advice without direct supervision and to lead the multi-disciplinary team in the absence of the Team Leader. To assist in the leadership and development of an identified group of practitioners within the Department. The post holder will comply with the NMC or HCPC Code of Professional Conduct and demonstrate knowledge and application of Departmental and Trust policies and procedures. To be responsible for the storage of tissue/ organs in the department under the Human Tissue Act 2004, reporting of incidents and audit hta.gov.uk, following local policies deputising for the Band 7 as required. To participate in the on‑call rota as required. To act as a Theatre Coordinator during out‑of‑hours and weekends. Internal rotation to night duty, weekends, and Bank Holidays.
About Us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward‑thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top. For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk
Job Details
* Date posted: 31 December 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: Band 6
* Salary: £46,419 to £55,046 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full‑time
* Reference number: 391‑RFL‑7702029
* Location: Royal Free Hospital, Pond Street, Hampstead, NW3 2QG
Job Responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Person Specification: Royal Free World Class Values
* Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & Professional Qualifications
* Registered Nurse/ODP
* Recognised Post Graduate Theatre Course ENB176 / EBP course
* Mentorship Course (e.g. ENB 998, D32 D33)
Experience
* Significant experience in scrub and circulating practice (at Band 5 or above)
* Experience in managing junior staff including appraisal, performance, absence, selection and recruitment
* Budgetary experience particularly in staff and consumable costs
Skills & Aptitudes
* Good written, numeracy & verbal communications skills
* Computer skills including Cerner IT system
* Awareness of clinical issues within the theatre department
* Able to work as part of a team within set boundaries
* Able to prioritise workload
* Able to work under pressure in a dynamic environment and manage difficult situations
* Positive and motivated with attention to detail
Others
* Disclosure & Barring Service check
* Occupational Health check
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. From 6 April 2017, worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, 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.
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. 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer Details
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Royal Free Hospital, Pond Street, Hampstead, NW3 2QG
Website: https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk
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