Main area Operating Theatres Department Grade NHS AfC: Band 2 Contract Permanent: At The Dudley Group, we understand the benefits of offering a range of flexible working options from day one of employment to support both employees and the Trust. Offering flexible working opportunities is one of the ways that the Trust aims to attract and retain a diverse workforce. Further information on the options available can be found via the link in the job advert. Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (At The Dudley Group, we understand the benefits of offering a range of flexible working options from day one of employment to support both employees and the Trust. Offering flexible working opportunities is one of the ways that the Trust aims to attract and retain a diverse workforce. Further information on the options available can be found via the link in the job advert.) Job ref 253-0326-7367763
Employer The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Russells Hall Hospital Town Dudley Salary £24,465 Per Annum Salary period Yearly Closing 31/03/2026 23:59
Theatre Support Assistant (Theatres Emergency & Other Department)
NHS AfC: Band 2
Job overview
THEATRES, CRITICAL CARE, ANAESTHETICS, PRE-OP & PAIN DIRECTORATE
BAND 2 THEATRE SUPPORT ASSISTANT – THEATRES (EMERGENCY & OTHER DEPARTMENT)
An opportunity has arisen for a Theatre Support Assistant to join the Operating Theatres Department at Russells Hall Hospital.
The post holder will be an integral member of the theatre team working under the direct supervision of a registered practitioner and will be responsible for providing care to patients as delegated by the registered practitioner.
The successful applicant will contribute to the maintenance of theatre environment and quality initiatives to enhance patient care, and ensure that their practice adheres to policies, procedures and competencies.
GCSE grades A-D or Grade 4-9 in English and Mathematics or Functional Skills Level 1 are essential. A Care Certificate or ability to complete within 12 weeks of commencing employment is also an essential requirement. QFC/NVQ 2 Level 2 in Operating Theatre Practice or equivalent qualification/experience is desirable.
You will need to be able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and communicate effectively with members of the team and patients. A commitment to undertake in-house training as appropriate is a requirement.
Main duties of the job
The Theatre Support Assistant will:
* Welcome and orientate patients, carers, relatives, and other visitors to theatre department always demonstrating care and compassion, including the collection and identification of patients.
* Assist with making the patient comfortable within the Anaesthetic room.
* Assist the registered practitioner with pre-operative patient preparation.
* Report any visible observed changes in the patient's physical or psychological needs to the registered practitioner.
* Provide support to the registered practitioner, and where appropriate, other members of the theatre clinical team as required.
* Communicate effectively and maintain good relationships with patients and other healthcare practitioners.
* Always ensure the maintenance of confidentiality and privacy and dignity of patients.
* Adhere to all infection prevention policies and procedures.
Working for our organisation
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of “excellent health care, improved health for all”. We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no‑one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person specification
Qualifications & Education
* Maths and English qualification - GCSE Grade A-D, or Grade 4-9, or Functional Skills Level 1
* QCF/NVQ Level 2 in Operating Theatre Practice or equivalent qualification/relevant experience
Communication & Relationship Skills
* Evidence of effective communications skills including verbal, written (legible handwriting), non‑verbal, compassion and respect
* Ability to communicate appropriately with patients, relatives and/or carers
* Ability to communicate effectively with staff/multidisciplinary team
Experience
* Able to assess patient's health, safety and wellbeing while undertaking care and referring/escalating to other staff as appropriate
* Regular contact with bodily fluids when carrying out interventions and/or treatments
* Frequent moderate/intense effort required for periods of time
* Regular/frequent manual handling of patient, equipment, stores
* Experience in a healthcare environment
* Manual handling of patients, equipment and stores
Knowledge & Training
* Ability to recognise limitations of knowledge and competence and practice within these boundaries
* Prepared to undergo further training
* Able to use and update IT systems with patient information
* An understanding of their role within the team
Planning & Organisational Skills
* Participation in flexible working patterns/shift working required to provide 24 hour service to meet the needs of the service
Visa and Right to Work
In line with UK Home Office rules, Band 2 clinical and non‑clinical roles, and Band 3 non‑clinical roles, are not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Non‑clinical roles at Agenda for Change Bands 7–9 that meet the required skill level (RQF 6) and salary threshold are eligible for sponsorship.
The Trust will also accept applications from candidates who can evidence their existing right to work in the UK or who hold an alternative eligible visa.
RECRUITMENT EQUALITY STATEMENT
We are committed to equal opportunities and want to ensure our workforce is representative of the population we serve. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and diverse groups. It is essential we understand our demographics, in order that we can monitor our performance as an equal opportunity employer, as well as continuing to embed a culture of inclusivity across the organisation, which supports the active participation and contribution of our diverse staff groups in the Trusts decision making processes. On application the shortlisting manager will not see this criterion and therefore it cannot be part of their decision making. Please ensure you complete your equal opportunities questions for us and help us to make sure everyone is welcome.
The Trust is committed to employing and supporting people with disabilities. It is the Trust’s policy to interview all candidates with a disability who meet the minimum ‘essential’ criteria as identified on the person specification. To ensure we know you have a disability, please inform us under the appropriate section on the application form. We welcome applications from the LGBTQ+ community and openly encourage people with different sexual orientation, gender identity and expression to apply to join our team. We promise to respect and encourage the use of all pronouns and will not purposefully mis‑gender anyone.
We are governed by the public sector equality duties and by our values of Care, Respect and Responsibility to ensure we eliminate discrimination, harassment, victimisation and any other behaviour that is unlawful, undermines our core values and/or falls short of our Behaviour Framework. We want all of our staff to ‘call out’ any behaviour from colleagues, patients or visitors that constitutes the above and appropriate action be taken.
We will, at every opportunity, advance equality and inclusivity for all staff, at all levels within the organisation, by removing or minimising disadvantage, encouraging participation and taking all relevant steps to meet the needs of anyone who shares a protected characteristic. We will also foster good relations between persons who share a protected characteristic by tackling prejudice and promoting understanding at every opportunity.
We have staff Networks in place to help support staff experience of diverse staff groups and inform us on the actions, interventions and support what we need to put in place to improve the working lives and daily experiences of all colleagues and all teams. Anyone can join the networks and we take pride in having Allies as part of every network within the organisation.
Application Process
By submitting an application for a position with this organisation, you are declaring that the information given is true and complete, any deliberate omission, falsification or misrepresentation will be grounds for rejecting the application or subsequent dismissal, and where applicable, for positions that requires registration with a professional body, you authorise us to make the required employer checks on your professional registration status.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Please note, preference will be given to at risk employees.
Applicants MUST ensure that they provide details of their referees and their referee email addresses on their application form otherwise their application may not be considered.
By applying for this post you are agreeing to the Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust transferring the information contained in your application to its preferred applicant management system. All subsequent information regarding your application will be generated from apps.trac.jobs. If you are offered a job, information will also be transferred into the NHS Electronic Staff Record system.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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.
Contact
Name: Jenny Howells
Job title: Speciality Manager
Email address: jennifer.howells1@nhs.net
Telephone number: 01384 456111
Additional information: For an informal discussion or department visit, please contact: Jenny Howells, Speciality Manager on 01384 456111 extension 2600.
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