Job overview
Ready to take the next step in your career?
We have an exciting opportunity at Chorley Theatres, proudly accredited as an Elective Surgery Hub for both adult and paediatric surgical patients.
We are seeking a full-time Band 7 Anaesthetic & Recovery Practitioner to join our dynamic and forward-thinking team. This is a unique role that combines clinical expertise with leadership responsibilities, supporting theatre teams while driving quality and safety standards.
Are you passionate about leading and inspiring teams?
Do you thrive in creating a positive, collaborative culture and delivering exceptional care?
If so, we want to hear from you!
As Clinical Manager, you will:
1. Provide professional leadership and expert guidance on quality and safety initiatives across Chorley Theatres.
2. Be a visible and proactive role model, championing excellence and supporting staff development.
3. Play a key role in shaping the future of our elective hub service.
Chorley Theatres comprises 13 operating theatres covering over 14 specialties, including fortnightly elective paediatric day case lists. Our elective hub is a progressive and vibrant service, and we’re looking for a leader with the drive, passion, and vision to help us continue delivering outstanding patient care.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
As Clinical Manager for Anaesthetic & Recovery, you will lead a highly skilled team of Registered Nurses (RN) and Operating Department Practitioners (ODP) who support over 14 surgical specialties, including both adult and paediatric patients. Your team also plays a critical role in providing airway stabilisation for deteriorating patients within Chorley Hospital.
Extensive experience in anaesthetic and recovery within the theatre environment is essential, alongside the ability to deliver strong leadership and clear direction. You’ll champion innovation, research, and continuous improvement, driving excellence across the service.
Working collaboratively with three peer Clinical Managers (Scrub), you will also take on the role of Duty Clinical Manager, where you will:
4. Oversee the day-to-day running of the theatre department
5. Support the Theatre Coordinator in decision-making and problem-solving
6. Escalate concerns to the Matron as appropriate
You will play a vital role in staff engagement and development, offering clinical supervision and expert advice to help colleagues and students reach their full potential. A proactive and positive approach is key, particularly in identifying issues early and implementing standards that ensure a safe, clean, and well-organised environment.
Working for our organisation
Why Join Us?
At Lancashire Teaching Hospitals, you’ll be part of a team of over 10,000 dedicated professionals working together to deliver exceptional care. Every role—clinical or non-clinical—makes a real difference to the lives of 370,000 local people and provides specialist services to 1.5 million across Lancashire and Cumbria.
Joining us means being part of something truly meaningful. Every task you undertake contributes to patient wellbeing and staff support, helping us thrive and deliver outstanding healthcare across our communities.
You’ll enjoy extensive development opportunities, gain new skills, and work alongside fantastic colleagues in a collaborative environment. From learning about hospital life to working with diverse professionals, you’ll build a career that makes a genuine impact.
We encourage bold thinking and innovation. You’ll be challenged to think differently, drive improvements, and be part of a team that puts patient care and experience at the heart of everything we do. Your role will be pivotal—and something to be proud of.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
As Anaesthetic & Recovery Clinical Manager, you’ll be at the heart of driving excellence in patient care and theatre performance.
This is a pivotal leadership role where you’ll inspire your team, uphold the highest clinical standards, and ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care every day.
Key Responsibilities
7. Lead with Impact: Be a visible role model, setting and maintaining exceptional standards of care and professional practice while fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
8. Drive Efficiency: Manage specialist theatre budgets, identifying opportunities for savings and efficiencies to deliver cost-effective, high-quality services.
9. Shape Operations: Collaborate with surgical specialties to optimise workstream planning and maximise theatre utilisation.
10. Champion Patient-Centred Care: Ensure care delivery meets personalised health and wellbeing needs, aligned with Trust Values, HCPC, and the Nursing & Midwifery Professional Framework.
11. Develop Talent: Provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and guidance to staff and students, helping them reach their full potential.
12. Hands-On Leadership: Work clinically to support theatres, offering expertise and proactive problem-solving.
13. Maintain Excellence: Ensure a safe, clean, and well-organised environment that supports productivity and patient safety.
14. Innovate & Improve: Develop and implement policies and procedures that enhance theatre utilisation and drive continuous improvement.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
15. Registered Nurse/ODP with current NMC/ HCPC Registration
16. Degree in related subject or working towards
17. NMC recognised Mentorship qualification
18. Specialist qualification in •anaesthetic & recovery practice or portfolio of evidence of extensive anaesthetic experience
19. Evidence of continuing professional development
20. Leadership Course (CPM, ILM, Coaching)
Desirable criteria
21. Level 4 ILM (Institute of leadership and Management) or equivalent.
22. ALS/APLS
Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria
23. Able to perform extended clinical anaesthetic & recovery duties
24. Evidence of expert clinical competence in area of speciality
25. Awareness of changes in practice and the ability to implement change.
26. Knowledge of Clinical Governance and the relevance to practice
27. Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures
28. Leadership Experience & Managing Teams.
Desirable criteria
29. Experience of budgetary management