Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for individuals to join our friendly and professional team within the Operating Theatre Department as a Theatre Support Worker. We cover several different specialities including General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Gynae and Obstetrics, ENT, maxillofacial, Breast, Urology and Ophthalmic.
You will have or be willing to work towards completion of the Care Certificate & also must complete, within an 18-month period, a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care. This training if required will enable you to assist with the preparation and cleanliness of the theatre environment for both surgery and anaesthetics, providing care to the patients throughout their journey in the operating theatre and enable you to support staff at all levels.
The post you are applying for comes under The Protection of Children's Act 1999, and The Care Standards Act 2000. In accordance with this legislation, successful candidates will be subject to a check by the Disclosure and Barring Service to ascertain their suitability to work with children and/or vulnerable adults.
Main duties of the job
Please refer to the job description and person specification for the full requirements of the posts.
About us
This role is part of the integrated health and social care community across Derbyshire, where there are many opportunities to work across different locations and providers developing newand different skills. Whilst this role is initially based in Chesterfield there may be future opportunities to be based at different locations within the health and social care community which we may talk to you about in the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Good communication skills are essential.Maths and English are required at GCSE Grade A to C, 4 to 9, or Functional Skills Level 2
Please refer to the job description and person specification for the full requirements of the posts.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Good communication skills are essential.Maths and English are required at GCSE Grade A to C, 4 to 9, or Functional Skills Level 2
Please refer to the job description and person specification for the full requirements of the posts.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Has Maths and English at GCSE Grades A to C, 4 to 9 or Functional Skills Level 2.
- Has or must complete the Care Certificate within 12 weeks of post start date.
- Has / or must to work towards & complete, within a 18 month period of registration with awarding body, Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care
Desirable
- Understand the Diploma process or previous experience of the NVQ/ QCF process
- Possesses health related NVQ/ Diploma or QCF qualification
- Evidence of recent study / personal development
Experience
Essential
- Have a positive attitude and enthusiasm towards work.
Desirable
- Have experience of working within a caring environment.
- Experience of working within a team/ multidisciplinary team
- An understanding of patient care & how to demonstrate a caring manner
- Understanding of Infection Control and how to maintain a clean & safe environment
- IT systems experience
- Experience of control of material resources/ stock management
- Experience of completing documentation
- Knowledge & experience of handling hazardous substances and procedures for this
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Possess good written and communication skills
- Pays attention to detail
- Is able to communicate effectively
- Understands confidentiality & the importance of this in relation to the role.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills & ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Demonstrate an eagerness to learn
- Understanding of equality & diversity in relation to the role.
- Understanding of moving & handling procedures & guidelines in relation to the role
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to meet the physical, psychological demands of care work / good general health
- Cleary spoken / articulate
- Clean, tidy appearance
- Demonstrate a genuine desire to work at this level within the care environment
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the patient and service needs
- Positive, mature outlook
Desirable
- Able to move & handle materials, equipment & patients while following current guidelines and procedures to do so.
- Ability to manage own workload and prioritise tasks which have been delegated by senior staff
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Has Maths and English at GCSE Grades A to C, 4 to 9 or Functional Skills Level 2.
- Has or must complete the Care Certificate within 12 weeks of post start date.
- Has / or must to work towards & complete, within a 18 month period of registration with awarding body, Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care
Desirable
- Understand the Diploma process or previous experience of the NVQ/ QCF process
- Possesses health related NVQ/ Diploma or QCF qualification
- Evidence of recent study / personal development
Experience
Essential
- Have a positive attitude and enthusiasm towards work.
Desirable
- Have experience of working within a caring environment.
- Experience of working within a team/ multidisciplinary team
- An understanding of patient care & how to demonstrate a caring manner
- Understanding of Infection Control and how to maintain a clean & safe environment
- IT systems experience
- Experience of control of material resources/ stock management
- Experience of completing documentation
- Knowledge & experience of handling hazardous substances and procedures for this
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Possess good written and communication skills
- Pays attention to detail
- Is able to communicate effectively
- Understands confidentiality & the importance of this in relation to the role.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills & ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Demonstrate an eagerness to learn
- Understanding of equality & diversity in relation to the role.
- Understanding of moving & handling procedures & guidelines in relation to the role
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to meet the physical, psychological demands of care work / good general health
- Cleary spoken / articulate
- Clean, tidy appearance
- Demonstrate a genuine desire to work at this level within the care environment
- Ability to work flexibly to meet the patient and service needs
- Positive, mature outlook
Desirable
- Able to move & handle materials, equipment & patients while following current guidelines and procedures to do so.
- Ability to manage own workload and prioritise tasks which have been delegated by senior staff
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.
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).
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.
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).
