Job Summary
Theatres are looking to recruit enthusiastic Band 5 Staff Nurses or Operating Department Practitioners to support this busy Department. We are looking for all round trained Theatre Practitioners. Experience in Orthopaedics is desirable.
The Theatres Complex at Dorset County Hospital includes: Main Theatres (8 Theatres), Day Surgery Unit (2 Theatres), Weymouth Community Hospital (1 Theatre) and the Procedure Suite at South Walks House. This role will be predominately in Main Theatres but all staff are expected to work across all sites, depending on the needs of the service.
We currently have both permanent and fixed term contracts (full time and part time) for committed and enthusiastic individuals to complement the established team in delivering high quality care that is rapidly adapting to meet the needs of a diverse local population.
We can offer superb career and professional development opportunities with a structured orientation programme whilst the unit provides a challenging work environment.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in groups which are under‑represented in our organization.
Main Duties of the Job
You will:
* Be required to work as part of a motivated team as well as being able to work on your own initiative.
* Be expected to work shifts to cover the needs of the service which is 24 hour a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.
You have:
* Good communication skills
* Current NMC/HCPC registration
About Us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under‑represented groups.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them. UKVI Sponsorship: This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.
Job Details
Date posted: 05 November 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year Per Annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time
Reference number: 405-25-NM507THE
Job locations: Dorset County Hospital Williams Avenue Dorchester DT1 2JY
Person Specification
Education and Training (Essential)
* Registered Nurse/ ODP
* Evidence of CPD
Desirable
* Teaching course/qualification
Experience (Essential)
* Experience at Band 5 in surgery or theatres
Desirable
* Understanding of professional nursing issues
Skills and Knowledge (Essential)
* Evidence of ability to practice as competent practitioner
* Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
* Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
Desirable
* Evidence of an ability to manage time effectively
* Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements
* Evidence of ability to develop leadership skills
* Evidence of an area of special interest
* Knowledge of clinical audit
* Evidence of critical appraisal skills
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer Details
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
Employer's website: https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/
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