Bank anaesthetic nurse /operating department practitioner

NHS AfC: Band 5

Main area Anaesthetic Nurse /Operating Department Practitioner Band 5 Grade NHS AfC: Band 5 Contract Bank Hours 37.5 hours per week (Flexible Working) Job ref 343-6111336-ALL-NC

Site Epsom General Hospital Town Epsom Salary £20.25 - £31.66 Bank Salary period Hourly Closing 01/07/2026 23:59

At Epsom and St Helier Hospitals, above all we value respect. We put respect at the heart of all we do, by living up to our shared behaviours of kindness, professionalism, positivity and teamwork. This enables us to provide great patient care and make ESTH a great place to work. When you sign up to work with us, you sign up to this and we welcome applicants who share our values

Job overview

The StaffBank for Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust are seeking enthusiastic Anaesthetic Nurse /OperatingDepartment Practitioners to join our pool of Staff Bank workers. There are many full‑time roles available but as they are ever‑changing – the exact roles available will be provided once your hiring & recruitment is complete. We can give you an idea of the type of roles available at the time of contact, but we cannot guarantee set roles as your hiring time may vary. Depending on previous relevant experience & previous NHS experience, higher banding/rates can be discussed.

Main duties of the job

• Provide skilled assistance to clinicians and other members of the theatre team.
• To deliver support and care to the required standards as directed within the specific clinical area.
• Provide a service to all areas of the Trust where specifically related equipment or techniques are used and practiced.
• Respond positively to unplanned activities outside of normal routines.
• Plan work in advance to ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain 2 of the 3 specialties within the theatre environment and rotate between them.

Professional and communication duties

• To communicate in a professional manner at all times using the appropriate mechanisms.
• To complete routine documents clearly and accurately according to local policy.
• To attend appropriate meetings and contribute by discussing, questioning and checking for mutual understanding.
• To seek out additional information about a situation in addition to what has been given.
• To show sensitivity and understanding when dealing with clients and colleagues.
• Assists team in gathering basic information and measuring service delivery.
• Actively seeks to understand proposed service improvements and the changes required.

Detailed responsibilities

• Committed to personal development which consolidates training.
• Demonstrate a commitment to research‑based practice which will contribute to the delivery of quality service.
• Contribute to the learning and development of others by teaching, supporting and coaching within own discipline.
• Culture a learning environment which encourages innovation and continuous improvement.
• Exercise accountable and professionalism in practice.
• Maintain confidentiality of patients, staff and relatives at all times.
• Be aware of policies relating to the Data Protection Act.
• Ensure that the Trust policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Accept responsibility and/or demonstrate initiative within own work areas.
• Advise and guide others on established, well‑known operating procedures.
• Lead a single activity or small functional team.

Experience

• 6 months experience.
• RGN Level 1 / RODP Basic Life Support Course.

Professional registration

• Professional registration required.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Equal opportunities statement

ESTH values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident Employer we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.

Internal applicants from underrepresented minority groups are encouraged to seek development support such as work shadowing and interview skills coaching. Please contact the recruitment team for more information.