Overview
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting Sterile Services / Decontamination Technicians to join our Central Decontamination Unit. You will be responsible for the decontamination and preparation of reusable medical devices used across operating theatres, wards, clinics, and community services. The role includes regular moving and handling duties, such as transferring instrument trays, loading and unloading equipment, and moving trolleys as part of the decontamination process. Full moving and handling training will be provided. The closing date is 19 March 2026.
Shifts and training
We have opportunities available for the following shifts: 06:00-14:00 and 14:00-22:00. These roles require rotational weekend working (one weekend every six weeks) and some Bank Holiday shifts (approximately half of the year, depending on allocation). No previous decontamination experience is required, as full training will be provided. You will be supported to complete competency-based assessments and recognised decontamination training.
You will be recruited at Band 2 if you have not yet completed CUH Competencies. Upon the successful completion of all required training and competencies you will move up to Band 3.
Main duties
* Undertake the decontamination of reusable medical devices, including cleaning, inspection, assembly, packing, and sterilisation.
* Carry out regular moving and handling tasks, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and transferring trays, containers, and trolleys in accordance with training and risk assessments.
* Operate decontamination equipment such as washer disinfectors, sterilisers and Endoscopy Washer Disinfectors in line with Standard Operating procedures.
* Maintain accurate records using electronic tracking and traceability systems.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to ensure service demands are met.
* Provide a high standard of service delivery, promoting good teamwork including the organisation of production activity between fellow Technicians within sections of the department to ensure that the needs of user departments are met.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds, the priorities of the Trust focus on quality service which is about people – patients, staff and partners. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We welcome applications for all positions irrespective of age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.
Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment
This vacancy will close at midnight on 19th March 2026
Interviews are due to be held on 27th March 2026
Benefits
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Basic standard of education including an ability to read, write and understand English
* To be numerate
* Completion of National Decontamination Practices Programme
* Willing to undertake recognised formal qualification in decontamination
Experience
* Working as part of a team
* Experience of working in a production line type environment
* Experience in a Sterile Services Department
* Experience of working with medical instrumentation
* Experience of working in a clean room environment
* Working with ISO standards
* Working in a medical environment
Knowledge
* Understanding of the need to produce work of a consistent high quality
* Knowledge of quality standards and procedures relating to Sterile Services
* Understanding of moving and handling techniques
Skills
* Ability to follow prescribed standards and operational procedures
* Ability to work independently and without constant direct supervision
* Ability to record and relay information accurately including required documentation
* An ability to use a computer and keyboard
* Ability / willingness to lead a team
Additional Requirements
* The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
* A polite and courteous telephone manner
* Commitment to high standard of quality work
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.
Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
£24,465 to £26,598 a year per annum pro rata
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