Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Deputy Team Leader Scrub

The closing date is 28 April 2026

Job summary

We are seeking an exceptional and experienced motivated practitioner to take upon this exciting opportunity of becoming a Scrub Deputy Team Leader.

Applications are welcome from Experienced Registered Nurses/ODP's who would like to learn new skills and knowledge in management and leadership.

As a Deputy Team Leader you will be expected to demonstrate being an excellent role model, and have the skills and knowledge to be an effective leader. You will be able to provide specialist surgical scrub and circulating clinical support and be encouraged to work towards acting up in the absence of seniors.

Main duties of the job

You will work closely with the Team Leaders and Theatre Coordinator in the establishment of a good working environment and in making the most effective/efficient use of staff, supplies and services.

The successful applicant will need to demonstrate that they have a high level organisational skills including time management, the ability to confidently prioritise and organise clinical and managerial responsibilities. You will also be expected to participate in the effective clinical leadership and management of the team, including supporting and developing junior and new members of the team; and be committed to delivering a high quality service to ensure patient care, safety and experience is the best it can be.

About us

Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest provider of acute hospital services to Surrey residents, serving a population of 410,00 people and employing approximately 4,800 staff.

Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience and best outcomes for patients and the team. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to deliver our workforce plan.

We are part of a collaborative Group with the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust. As part of this partnership, colleagues may occasionally work across both organisations to support shared services, development opportunities and patient care.

St Peter's Hospital delivers complex medical and surgical care, maternity and emergency services. Day and orthopaedic surgery, ophthalmology and outpatient services are delivered at Ashford Hospital. Additional services are delivered at Woking Community Hospital.

Our Values provide us with the behaviours we respect and can commit to. By living our values through our everyday interactions, we can build a stronger, more resilient, and forward- thinking organisation, guiding us to achieve success and make a positive impact on how we deliver our services.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits and discounts.

Please note that adverts may close early, so early application is encouraged.

For more information about careers at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org

Details

Date posted

17 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£41,957 to £50,387 a year per annum inc. HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

323-NM1861-GK

Job locations

ST PETER'S HOSPITAL

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Take personal responsibility to maintain own continuous professional development and safe work practice.

You will be required to demonstrate leadership and supervision of others carrying out all aspects of the caring process.

In the absence of team leaders, you will be expected to deputise and take charge of the given area of your expertise. You will be expected to help maintain high standards of practice and act as a role model to your team.

For further information about this post, please contact: ALEX DUMITRESCU Matron on 01932726673 o and /or Joi Kaunde-Smith on 01932722478 or email joi.kaunde-smith@nhs.net to discuss the post further or to arrange an informal visit.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Take personal responsibility to maintain own continuous professional development and safe work practice.

You will be required to demonstrate leadership and supervision of others carrying out all aspects of the caring process.

In the absence of team leaders, you will be expected to deputise and take charge of the given area of your expertise. You will be expected to help maintain high standards of practice and act as a role model to your team.

For further information about this post, please contact: ALEX DUMITRESCU Matron on 01932726673 o and /or Joi Kaunde-Smith on 01932722478 or email joi.kaunde-smith@nhs.net to discuss the post further or to arrange an informal visit.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

  • Lead and manage different specialties

Desirable

  • leadership course

Qualifications

Essential

  • theatre experienced RGN/ODP

Desirable

  • Theatre Course/ sfa

Skills

Essential

  • supporting juniors and learners

Desirable

  • PS/PA
Person Specification

Skills

Essential

  • Lead and manage different specialties

Desirable

  • leadership course

Qualifications

Essential

  • theatre experienced RGN/ODP

Desirable

  • Theatre Course/ sfa

Skills

Essential

  • supporting juniors and learners

Desirable

  • PS/PA

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

ST PETER'S HOSPITAL

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

ST PETER'S HOSPITAL

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

MATRON

Alexandra Dumitrescu

Alexandra.dumitrescu@nhs.net

01932726673

Details

Date posted

17 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£41,957 to £50,387 a year per annum inc. HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

323-NM1861-GK

Job locations

ST PETER'S HOSPITAL

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ


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