Band 2 Theatre Support Worker
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Theatre Support Worker, Solihull Hospital Theatres, and Good Hope Hospital Theatres – Band 2.
Closing date: 23 April 2026.
Some exciting opportunities have arisen for aspiring Theatre Support Workers to support the clinical team at Solihull Main Theatres, Solihull Elective Hub Theatres and Good Hope Theatres.
The theatres offer specialities such as urology, robotics, colorectal, breast/plastics, orthopaedic and UGI surgery on the Solihull site, and orthopaedics, gynae, general, obstetrics, ophthalmology and emergency on the Good Hope site.
We are seeking applications from hardworking, honest and reliable individuals who are interested in a unique position that directly contributes to high-quality patient‑centred care.
The post holder will undertake the movement of patients, equipment and designated items throughout the hospital and will contribute to the maintenance of a clean and safe working environment.
For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact Louise Molloy 0121 424 4241 louise.molloy@uhb.nhs.uk.
Interview date: Monday 18th May 2026.
Interview panel: Senior Sister Louise Molloy.
Main duties of the job
Communication and Relationship Skills
Establish and maintain effective communication with patients, visitors and Trust colleagues, overcoming any differences in communication.
Obtain consent from patients prior to conducting any intervention and, where this is withheld, seek advice or support from a registered practitioner.
Communicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues, recognising there may be a need to utilise alternative methods of communication where there are barriers to understanding. Ensure conversations and interactions are factual, reassuring and tactful, referring to a registered practitioner as required.
Welcoming and Support
Welcome patients and visitors to the department, provide assistance, support and information where required. Answer the telephone and deal with visitors to the department promptly in a polite and professional manner and deal with enquiries as appropriate. Make work‑related phone calls or IT requests as necessary.
Information Management
Receive and convey information on behalf of others, ensuring all information received and conveyed is clear, precise, accurate and timely – this will involve answering bleeps and telephones on behalf of other staff.
Maintain a high standard of personal behaviour and ensure effective communication with all members of the multidisciplinary team, patients, carers and relatives.
Communicate effectively with other team members ensuring that the views and wishes of the patient are communicated and taken into consideration.
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values‑driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. We want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For staff with a disability, including physical disability, long‑term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, we are committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Job responsibilities
Please note: For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Evidence of Maths/English qualifications at Level 2 or above.
* Vocational qualification at level 2 or equivalent relevant experience.
* Level 2 examples: GCSE Grades 9-4 (A-C); Level 2 Diploma in health care support / NVQ, Functional Skills Level 2.
* Internationally educated applicants must evidence UK ENIC (the UK National Information Centre) Statements of compatibility.
* Care Certificate or prior skills, knowledge and experience that meet the 15 minimum standards described by Health Education England (HEE) Skills for Health.
Experience
* Experience of working/participating as part of a team as an employee or volunteer.
* Ability to demonstrate/ articulate an understanding of the role and tasks involved and can describe the physical and emotional aspects of the role and some duties.
* Can link the Trust values (Kind, Bold, Connected) to the role and provide examples from personal experience which demonstrate understanding in relation to the role.
* Can explain why training/education and approaches to care need to be consistent in relation to safety and patient experience.
* Shows enthusiasm for the role and is interested in working in a theatre / interventional radiology practice setting.
* Has experience of working in a person‑centred/facing role in a paid or voluntary capacity.
* Understanding of the principles of safeguarding in relation to this role.
Additional Criteria
* Good standard of spoken and written English.
* Effective communication skills – written and oral.
* Basic computer skills.
* Ability to work with competing priorities / can demonstrate an understanding of workload and how to prioritise.
* Good organisational skills.
* Ability to demonstrate numeracy skills associated with the role i.e. record volume of fluids/drinks.
* Ability to demonstrate literacy skills associated with the role i.e. understanding of written information / instructions / duties including policy and procedures.
* Undertake coursework practical, theoretical, and written associated with skills / competencies aligned to the role.
* Flexible approach to shift patterns and place of work; this may include working in different practice settings in different locations dependent upon service need.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous convictions.
Employer
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
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