Job summary
Trafford Elective Surgical Hub (TESH) is a newly established service aimed to increase surgical capacity, whilst focusing on embracing the HPL programme to help reduce the backlog of patients waiting for planning operations.
We are busy elective hub which provides a variety of specialties including: General Surgery, Trauma and Orthopaedic, Gynaecology, Ear Nose and Throat (ENT), Adult and Paediatric Dental, Urology ,Breast, Plastics, Vascular Access and Gender Affirmation Surgery, and Robotic surgeries
We have eleven theatres in total and are located in fours areas. We are closely linked with Ward 12 the surgical admission unit and we provide a combination of day case and inpatient care.
You'll support the Team Leads and Theatre Managers to ensure the delivery of high-quality care, and support the wider nursing team as an advocate and role model
We are looking recruit staff that are open, honest and focused on striving for excellence, having built an enviable international reputation on five unwavering principles for clinical excellence, research and development, teaching, learning and for treating patients with compassion, respect and dignity. You'll be part of a team continuously growing and learning together with patient care at the centre of your role.
Main duties of the job
Be responsible for the assessment and delivery of care for the perioperative patient, during the anaesthetic and recovery phases, implementing and continually evaluating their nursing care to optimise outcomes.
Participate in the teaching/supervision of junior staff and to participate in the teaching of students on both basic and post basic courses.
Maintain his/her personal and professional development. Participate in effective utilization of resources.
Act in accordance with the NMC/HCPC Professional Code of Conduct.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experienceyoullneed,take a lookat the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So thatyoureeven more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us,youllneed to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it alsocontainscritical informationyoullneed to be aware of before yousubmitan applicationform.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust,wereproud to beALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment processremainsequitableand meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity,celebratingand valuing diversity andeliminatingany form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have anyspecial requirementsto help you with your application,please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experienceyoullneed,take a lookat the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So thatyoureeven more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us,youllneed to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it alsocontainscritical informationyoullneed to be aware of before yousubmitan applicationform.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust,wereproud to beALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment processremainsequitableand meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity,celebratingand valuing diversity andeliminatingany form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have anyspecial requirementsto help you with your application,please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Qualification in O.D.P. or RGN
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of working in a theatre environment
Desirable
- Recovery Experience
- Anaesthetic Qualification or willingness to undertake the course.
Knowledge
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to organise workload and delegate tasks appropriately
- Supports and contributes to team approaches and working
- Problem solving - able to analyse and resolve issues on own initiative
- Decision making within limitation of role, and demonstrates an awareness of own limits
- Able to demonstrate partnership working with patients/children and families
- Able to demonstrate ability to negotiate and work our problems with patients/children/families and MDT
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Qualification in O.D.P. or RGN
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of working in a theatre environment
Desirable
- Recovery Experience
- Anaesthetic Qualification or willingness to undertake the course.
Knowledge
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to organise workload and delegate tasks appropriately
- Supports and contributes to team approaches and working
- Problem solving - able to analyse and resolve issues on own initiative
- Decision making within limitation of role, and demonstrates an awareness of own limits
- Able to demonstrate partnership working with patients/children and families
- Able to demonstrate ability to negotiate and work our problems with patients/children/families and MDT
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).
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.
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).
