Job summary
Are you an experienced Orthopaedic Nurse or ODP looking for your next role?Would you like to improve patient outcomes by promoting and maintaining high standards within theatres?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for theTeam Leader role in Orthopaedics and Traumawithin theatres at our Southend site.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to work closely with the Theatre Manager on both the management and development of our brilliant team. Your responsibilities will include:
* Leading and supporting the orthopaedics and trauma team to ensure the highest standards of patient care.
* Collaborating with the Theatre Manager to implement and maintain best practices.
* Overseeing the day-to-day operations within the orthopaedics and trauma department.
* Providing mentorship and guidance to team members to foster professional growth and development.
We are looking for a dedicated and skilled professional who is passionate about making a difference in patient care. If you are ready to take on a leadership role and contribute to the success of our theatres, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to join our team and be a part of a dynamic and supportive environment where your expertise will be valued and your career can thrive.
Main duties of the job
Oversee the efficient management and coordination of the Trauma and Orthopaedics theatre ensuring high quality patient care and service delivery.o This role requires strong leadership, clinical expertise and effective team management to support both staff and patients.o Provide strong professional leadership to enhance quality of care and boost staff morale.o Serve as a role model for behaviors that foster a blame-free culture and promote teamwork.o Participate in the 24-hour operational management of the Main Theatre unit.o Communicate daily with the designated Floor Person (Main Theatre Coordinator) and Floor Consultants to ensure smooth workflow.o Identify business continuity challenges and implement solutions, with support where required.o Take responsibility for ensuring adequate staffing for theatre list and escalate concerns to the Theatre Manager.o Advise the Theatre Manager on resource requirements and ensure the specialty operates within budget constraints.o Maintain high standards of clinical care, ensuring patient and staff safety in all activities.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Details Date posted
22 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
390-T&A-SO-6133-A
Job locations
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff on Sea
SS0 0RY
Job description Job responsibilities
For full details of this interesting role, please see attached job description, but these include:
Maintain high standards of clinical care, ensuring that all actions are carried out with full regard for safety of patients and staff involved.
Strong professional leadership qualities are required at this level. It is critical to the quality of care and staff morale.
We look forward to your application!
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.
Job description Job responsibilities
For full details of this interesting role, please see attached job description, but these include:
Maintain high standards of clinical care, ensuring that all actions are carried out with full regard for safety of patients and staff involved.
Strong professional leadership qualities are required at this level. It is critical to the quality of care and staff morale.
We look forward to your application!
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* NMC / HCPC Registered
* Evidence of on-going development
Experience Essential
* RGN/ODP with significant experience in theatres at Band 6 level
* Demonstrable experience of people management
* completion of assessor and supervisor course
Desirable
* Experience of Managing Change
* NHS experience
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* NMC / HCPC Registered
* Evidence of on-going development
Experience Essential
* RGN/ODP with significant experience in theatres at Band 6 level
* Demonstrable experience of people management
* completion of assessor and supervisor course
Desirable
* Experience of Managing Change
* NHS experience
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).
Additional information 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 Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff on Sea
SS0 0RY
Employer's website
https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff on Sea
SS0 0RY
Employer's website
https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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