Contract:Full Time Permanent (40 Hours Per Week)
Salary:£25,600 per annum
Do you have experience working in Theatres or a Decontamination Unit? Are you ready to advance your career in healthcare?
As a Theatre Support Worker, you’ll play an essential role in preparing operating theatres, ensuring the theatre and recovery areas are maintained to the highest standards, escorting and assisting patients, and ensuring accurate record-keeping. Every day, you’ll have the opportunity to improve the patient experience and contribute to their recovery.
You'll work 4 days per week (Monday to Saturday, 07:30 – 18:00), with 1 Saturday per month, offering a great work-life balance.
See what our staff have to say about working in theatres.
Join the Theatres team at KIMS Hospital and take your career to new heights while making a real difference in patient care!
Main duties of the job
As a Theatre Support Worker, your key responsibilities will include:
Preparing and cleaning theatre and recovery areas before and after surgeries, ensuring adherence to cleaning schedules.
Stocking and maintaining stock levels in cupboards and containers.
Assisting with patient collection and escorting, as well as helping transfer patients from trolleys to tables under supervision.
Supporting the safe positioning of patients on the operating table.
Acting as the circulating person for the scrub team, within your scope of responsibilities.
About us
At KIMS Hospital, we value our people above all else. That’s why we focus on creating an environment where you feel supported, valued, and empowered to achieve your career goals. We offer an attractive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing—physically, financially, and emotionally.
Employee Benefits:
Free Staff Parking
Pension Scheme
Private Health Insurance
33 Days Annual Leave + Extra Time Off for Your Birthday
Life Assurance
Free Eye Test
Flexible Working Options & Annualised Hours Contracts
We are also proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident Employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’re ready to bring your skills and experience to a fast-paced, rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you. Apply online today by clickingApply Nowand uploading your CV — don’t miss your chance to join our team.
Have questions or want to find out more before applying? Get in touch with Diane on01622 237634or emailrecruitment@kims.org.uk
Job responsibilities
For more information regarding this role please see the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* A good standard of general education including English and Maths GCSE grade 4 and above (or equivalent).
* NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or Care Certificate.
Experience
* Previous experience working in Operating Theatres or a Decontamination Unit.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Experience as a Theatre Support Worker.
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.
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