Job summary
The core purpose of the role of Peri-operative support worker is to support and assist the registered practitioner and Theatre team to deliver high standards of Intra operative care to all patients. Working within Recovery, Operating theatres, transfer areas and reception.
This will Include assisting with patient cares, cleaning and servicing of equipment, stock and equipment monitoring, preparation of the theatre environment, transporting patients and equipment too and from the department, clerical duties and completion of electronic records.
You will contribute to the effective communication between members of the multi-disciplinary team, you will work directly with, Peri operative practitioners, Anaesthetists and Surgeons and report directly to Charge ODP/Nurse and Matron.
Main duties of the job
Patient Care / Clinical Services
You will assist with procedures to ensure patient hygiene needs are met and patient environment which includes the cleaning of the theatre and recovery bay between patients including waste disposal.
You will be required to transport patients safely to and from Theatre.
You will be responsible for maintaining the integrity and cleanliness of theatre and recovery equipment and ensure its correct use and storage
You will be required to handle and transport patient specimens.
You will assist with the use of medical equipment during operating sessions.
You will be responsible for the collection of patients and beds from wards/ICU
You will undertake procedures reporting results to the registered practitioner and completing electronic records.
You will assist in the correct and safe positioning of patients for surgery, preserving patient dignity and maintaining safety.
About us
The Humber Health Partnership is one of the largest acute and community Partnership arrangements in the NHS, seeing well over one million patients every year and managing a budget of over £1.3 billion.
Made up of two Trusts - Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH) - our Partnership has significant ambitions and is committed to delivering world-class hospital and community services for the 1.65 million people we serve.
Together we employ nearly 20,000 staff. Our five main hospital sites are Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital and Goole and District Hospital, for NLAG and Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital for HUTH.
As Teaching Hospitals working with the Hull York Medical School, we both lead and contribute to research in many areas - biomedical research, primary care, palliative medicine, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, vascular surgery, cancer surgery and oncology.
We believe that by developing a diverse, inclusive, innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver excellent care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Partnership and our community.
Details
Date posted
20 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
Job locations
Hull Royal Infirmary
Anlaby Road
Hull
HU3 2JZ
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may be closed earlier than stated.
Please note that, in line with UKVI regulations, this vacancy does not meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa route. As a result, we are unable to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this position.
We remain committed to fair and equal recruitment practices and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Should this advert receive a high volume of applications, it may be closed earlier than stated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may be closed earlier than stated.
Please note that, in line with UKVI regulations, this vacancy does not meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa route. As a result, we are unable to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this position.
We remain committed to fair and equal recruitment practices and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
Should this advert receive a high volume of applications, it may be closed earlier than stated.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
* Maths and English GCSE or above
Desirable
* Previous experience working with IT computer systems
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
* Experience (through placements or employment) of working in a busy environment providing personal care.
Desirable
* Previous experience in a hospital setting
* Experience of using IT based systems and maintaining patient records
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Essential
* Good communication - verbal/written
* Be able to work on own initiative
* Works well with in a team
* Demonstrates understanding of confidentiality
* Participate in standard setting and research projects
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
* Maths and English GCSE or above
Desirable
* Previous experience working with IT computer systems
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
* Experience (through placements or employment) of working in a busy environment providing personal care.
Desirable
* Previous experience in a hospital setting
* Experience of using IT based systems and maintaining patient records
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Essential
* Good communication - verbal/written
* Be able to work on own initiative
* Works well with in a team
* Demonstrates understanding of confidentiality
* Participate in standard setting and research projects
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Hull Royal Infirmary
Anlaby Road
Hull
HU3 2JZ
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Employer details
Employer name
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Hull Royal Infirmary
Anlaby Road
Hull
HU3 2JZ
Employer's website
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