Job summary
Are you an experienced Operating Department Practitioner looking for a better work-life balance?
Here at BPAS we can offer you just that! 8 hour shifts, no nights and routine procedures.
We are looking for an ODP or Adult Nurse Level 1 with theatre/anaesthetic experience to join the theatre team at our Richmond unit. This is an opportunity for applicants wishing to work part time, 30 hours a week. More details can be found in the further information section below.
BPAS Richmond delivers a full range of reproductive healthcare services including surgical procedures under conscious sedation and general anaesthetic. A large & busy unit, it offers a friendly supportive team environment.
This is an opportunity to utilise your theatre/recovery skillset gained throughout your career in a different way, working for a charitable organisation that strives to deliver high standards of client care.
About You
You will be a Registered Adult Nurse Level 1 or Registered Operating Department Practitioner with experience of working within an operating department/theatre environment, who is passionate about supporting clients during a vulnerable time in their lives.
You'll have knowledge of airway management and care of the unconscious client along with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal, with the ability to maintain accurate documentation. With a positive can do attitude, you will be a team player, with the ability to work on your own initiative when required.
Main duties of the job
- Check and prepare the operating department environment & anaesthetic equipment prior to use, between clients & at the end of the list.
- Undertake the care, support, & observations of the client during the pre / post-operative period, reporting any abnormal recordings to the Anaesthetist.
- Maintain anaesthetic stock levels, including storing, replenishing & ordering of drugs, oxygen & equipment, & oversee & assist with the preparation of anaesthetics.
- Provide comfort, support & reassurance to clients at times of anxiety or distress, & to maintain and respect the privacy, dignity & confidentiality of clients at all times.
- Oversee, complete & sign off relevant documentation, ensuring it is accurate & fully completed in a timely manner, and ensure relevant sections of the surgery checklist is completed before and after procedures.
About the role
As an ODP, you will work within the operating department to provide planned care for clients undergoing anaesthetic and surgical procedures and will deliver specialist assistance to the anaesthetist. Working as a part of a multi-disciplinary team you will also work across the full peri-operative pathway including scrub and recovery.
About us
The British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS) is the UK's largest independent reproductive healthcare charity, providing evidence-based, not-for-profit reproductive healthcare. We work mainly on behalf of the NHS, offering abortion care, contraception, and STI testing and treatment across the country.
When you join BPAS, you become part of a values-driven organisation where compassion, professionalism, and choice guide everything we do. You will help remove barriers to safe reproductive care while supporting people to make informed choices about their health and futures.
Working with us - benefits include:
- 34 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Life assurance at 3 salary
- Defined contribution pension scheme
- Access to GP 24/7, 365 days a year
- MyMindPal mental fitness app and 24/7 counselling support
- Online discounts, discounted gym membership, and other lifestyle benefits
- Family-friendly policies to support work-life balance
Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity
BPAS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services, and all staff share this responsibility. Recruitment follows safer-recruitment principles and includes appropriate pre-employment checks.
We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair and accessible recruitment process for all candidates.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description can be found on the right hand side in the supporting documents, which is available for you to download and review.
Further Information
We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications, although we aim to keep it open long enough to ensure a diverse and representative applicant pool.
If you have any questions about the role or require adjustments to support your application, please get in touch, we are happy to help.
Salary: £38,705 to £46,232 per annum (salary is inclusive of Outer London Weighting) - pro-rata for part time hours, depending on skills and experience.
Working Pattern: 30 hours per week - 4 x 7.5 hour shifts | To be worked flexibly over Wednesday to Saturday. More to be discussed at the interview.
All weekend shifts are paid at premium rate of time and a half.
Location: BPAS Richmond, Rosslyn Clinic, 15 Rosslyn Road, East Twickenham, Middlesex TW1 2AR
This is a unique opportunity to work with some of the best clinical professionals in this field, and to develop your career. If you are interested and would like to come and meet our team, we would be happy to arrange an informal visit - please email recruitment@bpas.org
Apply now
Interested in making a difference? Apply today to join our team.
Values & eligibility
All applicants must be pro choice and support a woman's right to choose, in line with BPAS values and mission.
Application outcome
If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
References & pre-employment checks
All offers of employment are conditional on satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants must provide three years of employment references, including reasons for leaving and details of any gaps in employment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description can be found on the right hand side in the supporting documents, which is available for you to download and review.
Further Information
We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications, although we aim to keep it open long enough to ensure a diverse and representative applicant pool.
If you have any questions about the role or require adjustments to support your application, please get in touch, we are happy to help.
Salary: £38,705 to £46,232 per annum (salary is inclusive of Outer London Weighting) - pro-rata for part time hours, depending on skills and experience.
Working Pattern: 30 hours per week - 4 x 7.5 hour shifts | To be worked flexibly over Wednesday to Saturday. More to be discussed at the interview.
All weekend shifts are paid at premium rate of time and a half.
Location: BPAS Richmond, Rosslyn Clinic, 15 Rosslyn Road, East Twickenham, Middlesex TW1 2AR
This is a unique opportunity to work with some of the best clinical professionals in this field, and to develop your career. If you are interested and would like to come and meet our team, we would be happy to arrange an informal visit - please email recruitment@bpas.org
Apply now
Interested in making a difference? Apply today to join our team.
Values & eligibility
All applicants must be pro choice and support a woman's right to choose, in line with BPAS values and mission.
Application outcome
If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
References & pre-employment checks
All offers of employment are conditional on satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants must provide three years of employment references, including reasons for leaving and details of any gaps in employment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse Level 1 or Registered ODP
- Willingness to undertake local training to enable working within all areas of the operating department.
- Evidence of on-going professional development
Desirable
- Anaesthetic course
- Recovery course
- Teaching and assessing course (mentorship)
Experience
Essential
- At least 6 months experience of working within anaesthetics
- Willingness to work within all areas of the operating department (anaesthetics / theatre / recovery)
- Knowledge of NMC / HCPC codes and ability to work within these
- Knowledge of airway management and care of the unconscious client
Desirable
- Experience of working in all areas of the operating department (anaesthetics / theatre / recovery)
- Experience of gynae / TOP surgery
General
Essential
- Do you support a woman's right to choose abortion?
- Are you the family or friend of a current BPAS employee? If yes, please state the name and the nature of the relationship.
- Please state your professional body and membership
- Please state your membership/registration number along with your renewal/expiry date
- This role is for 30 hours per week over Wednesday to Saturday (4 x 7.5 hour shifts) at our unit in Richmond, London (TW1 2AR). Can you commit to this?
Desirable
- Would you like to add any additional information to support your application?
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse Level 1 or Registered ODP
- Willingness to undertake local training to enable working within all areas of the operating department.
- Evidence of on-going professional development
Desirable
- Anaesthetic course
- Recovery course
- Teaching and assessing course (mentorship)
Experience
Essential
- At least 6 months experience of working within anaesthetics
- Willingness to work within all areas of the operating department (anaesthetics / theatre / recovery)
- Knowledge of NMC / HCPC codes and ability to work within these
- Knowledge of airway management and care of the unconscious client
Desirable
- Experience of working in all areas of the operating department (anaesthetics / theatre / recovery)
- Experience of gynae / TOP surgery
General
Essential
- Do you support a woman's right to choose abortion?
- Are you the family or friend of a current BPAS employee? If yes, please state the name and the nature of the relationship.
- Please state your professional body and membership
- Please state your membership/registration number along with your renewal/expiry date
- This role is for 30 hours per week over Wednesday to Saturday (4 x 7.5 hour shifts) at our unit in Richmond, London (TW1 2AR). Can you commit to this?
Desirable
- Would you like to add any additional information to support your application?
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
