University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Anaesthetic Theatre Practitioner (ODP/RGN)

The closing date is 23 March 2026

Job summary

Come and join our friendly team and develop your career in the Day Surgery Unit at St Richards Hospital

Our department provides a range of surgical specialities in which to develop your clinical skills whilst working within a multi -disciplinary team

Excellent development opportunities are available with a robust support system .

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.

Main duties of the job

Deliver skilled care for all patients and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery and evaluation of individualised patient care.
Participate in setting and maintaining agreed standards of patient care.
Ensure all records and documentation are compiled and maintained accurately and in accordance with the NMC/HCPC Standards for Record Keeping.
Use resources effectively and economically.
Report accidents, complaints and incidents in a timely manner using the Datix system.
Demonstrate a professional attitude at all times and comply with the Trusts Uniform Policy.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Candidate Packhttps://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

Date posted

06 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

279- 7827171-MAR26

Job locations

St Richards Hospital

Spitalfield Lane

Chichester

PO19 6SE

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as part of the Day Surgery Theatre team and carry out patient care to the highest possible standard.

To be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of patients in the operating theatre.

To assist with the organisation and supervision within a designated area of the department

To participate in promoting an environment conducive to learning and to assist senior staff with the teaching of learners as required.

To participate in the setting and monitoring of quality standards in relation to clinical practice.

Learning and DevelopmentAttend mandatory training updates as required.Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of thepost and as agreed with the line manager as part of the personal development process.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as part of the Day Surgery Theatre team and carry out patient care to the highest possible standard.

To be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of patients in the operating theatre.

To assist with the organisation and supervision within a designated area of the department

To participate in promoting an environment conducive to learning and to assist senior staff with the teaching of learners as required.

To participate in the setting and monitoring of quality standards in relation to clinical practice.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Person Specification

Essential

Hold current HCPC/NMC qualification
Significant post registration experience

Desirable

Mentorship level 6 or 7

Equality and Diversity

Essential

Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Person Specification

Essential

Hold current HCPC/NMC qualification
Significant post registration experience

Desirable

Mentorship level 6 or 7

Equality and Diversity

Essential

Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

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

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

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

St Richards Hospital

Spitalfield Lane

Chichester

PO19 6SE

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

St Richards Hospital

Spitalfield Lane

Chichester

PO19 6SE

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)