Job Overview
* Be part of a team that values your input and supports your professional growth.
* Opportunities for further training and development.
* Make a real impact on patient outcomes and service quality.
* To provide clinical support & teaching to all relevant personnel within the specialist area.
* Work in various clinical areas with pre-operative, intra-operative and post operative patients.
* To provide information & support to patients before, during and after surgery.
* Willing to undertake training within the Perioperative setting either anaesthetics, scrub or recovery.
* To provide & assist with the development of safe & high quality specialist patient care & to work within the guidelines of the Trust Nursing & Midwifery Strategy.
Visa Sponsorship
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role‑specific criteria.
We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK HCPC/NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.
Responsibilities
1. Ensure that accurate records and information systems are maintained.
2. Ensure the safe control, custody and administration of all drugs within the Unit in accordance with Trust Policies and national legislation.
3. Assist the Unit manager to ensure that clinical/nursing practices accurately reflect the departmental philosophy.
4. Inform Senior Practitioner/Unit Manager if there is a change in circumstance, which may affect safe and competent practice.
5. Assist the Senior Practitioner to actively lead in the development of their specialised areas within the Unit.
6. Assist the Unit Manager to ensure self and others attend mandatory training sessions as required.
7. Able to demonstrate relevant IT and keyboard skills to enable electronic data collection and communication.
8. Effectively communicate with all disciplines, patients/clients and relatives.
9. Ensure DATIX are completed and acted upon and the manager is informed accordingly.
10. Assist the Senior Practitioners to effectively lead a multidisciplinary team under pressure in, at times, a highly stressful environment, including emergency situations as required.
11. Ensure the security of the working area is maintained.
12. Ensure the provision of a safe working environment for the staff, patients and visitors at all times in line with the Health and Safety at work act.
13. Attend routine departmental meetings.
14. Ensure adequate stock levels of consumables are maintained and order equipment and supplies as delegated.
Additional Information for Applicants
A Note on AI Use in Applications:
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations – elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.
About St Richards Theatres and UHSussex
St Richards Theatres are seeking a dynamic and motivated Band 5 Theatre Practitioner who is proficient in both anaesthetics and scrub roles. This is an exciting opportunity to join our state-of-the-art theatre suite, comprising ten operating theatres covering a wide range of specialities including bariatrics, orthopaedics, general surgery and more.
You will be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence in patient care. We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference and thrives in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
* HCPC/NMC registration with relevant qualifications in anaesthetics and scrub practice.
* Proven experience in a theatre setting, ideally across multiple specialities.
* A proactive, flexible attitude and a commitment to high standards of care.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
* A desire to contribute to service development and continuous improvement.
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years. Our hard‑working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance – because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
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We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
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