Job Summary
Full Time – 37.5 hours per week. Join a world‑leader in cancer treatment and research at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. The role is based in the Surgical Theatres and Brachytherapy department in Manchester.
About Us
The Christie is one of Europe’s leading cancer centres, treating over 60,000 patients a year. We offer advanced surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and pioneering research. Over 300 clinical trials run each year with a focus on innovative care.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as a member of the scrub team, providing high quality peri‑operative care and supporting the surgical team.
* Plan, deliver and evaluate patient care programmes, ensuring evidence‑based practice.
* Maintain proficiency with all surgical equipment, ensuring safe use and efficient management.
* Integrate with the multidisciplinary team to promote a team approach and effective communication.
* Participate in audit and evaluation of clinical practice and surgical products to drive quality improvement.
* Develop and maintain professional relationships, recognising and supporting the development of junior staff.
* Attend on‑call rota, providing emergency cover during out‑of‑hours, weekends and bank holidays as required.
* Keep Records: access and update computerised patient records, scan track systems and manage controlled drug documentation.
* Play a role in teaching and assessing medical students, allied health professionals and other trainees where appropriate.
* Maintain personal and professional registration with NHS or relevant bodies (NMC/HCPC).
Professional Responsibilities
* Ensure compliance with nursing policies, procedures and team guidelines.
* Maintain a safe environment, take reasonable care to avoid injury and cooperate with statutory requirements.
* Provide timely incident reporting and participate in mandatory training.
* Demonstrate professional accountability and uphold the NMC/HCPC code of conduct.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
* Registered Nurse (RGN) with anaesthetic qualification or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP).
* Diploma‑level education in relevant practice.
* Evidence of ongoing professional development and current registration.
* Previous experience in surgical theatres, scrub role, and ability to manage time and workload.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal and decision‑making skills.
* Demonstrated commitment to professional values and patient‑focused care.
Desirable Qualifications / Experience
* Working towards a degree.
* Mentorship or assessment course completion.
* Teaching and assessing skills, including IT competency.
* Previous experience supervising junior staff.
* Interest in audit and research projects.
Salary & Working Pattern
Band 5 – Salary £31,049 to £37,796 per annum (pro‑rated). Permanent contract, full‑time, 4 days a week across a 6‑day rotation, with out‑of‑hours on‑call duties.
Location
Manchester, M20 4BX – Theatres, E00329.
Reference Number
413‑99258‑CSSS‑MS
Benefits
* Robust induction and training packages.
* Opportunities for advanced training and career progression.
* Access to the Christie’s extensive research and clinical programmes.
EEO Statement
We encourage applications from all gender identities, ages, ethnic groups, religions, sexual minorities, disabled and veteran applicants. The Christie is an equal opportunities employer; we will not discriminate on the basis of gender, disability or any other protected characteristic.
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