Job summary
Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway ICS.
Are you a theatre practitioner looking for a new role? Will only the best do for you and your patients? Do you want to be part of a dynamic team?
We seek driven, organised, highly motivated registered practitioners to join our operating theatre departments.
If you're a registered nurse, Operating Department practitioner, or paediatric nurse looking to broaden your experience in complex and specialist surgery and anaesthetics, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
This role will be an excellent opportunity to progress in your career.
Main duties of the job
Assist in the delivery of patient care
Promote and deliver best evidence-based practice within your own scope of practice
Coordinate the use of supplies and equipment, ensuring that it is used in an appropriate and safe manner
Assist the anaesthetic team throughout the perioperative phase of care
Communicate appropriately with the multidisciplinary team involved in the care of the patient
Take part in all appropriate safety checks including WHO and complete all necessary documentation as required
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.
We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.
Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.
Looking for flexible working?We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it's adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.
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Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package:
- At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
- Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits
- Blue Light card eligibility
- And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list.
Please note that the Fordcombe Site is located in a rural area with limited access via public transport. You will need to ensure you are available to attend the time during the day and evenings. Access to a vehicle is advantageous.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list.
Please note that the Fordcombe Site is located in a rural area with limited access via public transport. You will need to ensure you are available to attend the time during the day and evenings. Access to a vehicle is advantageous.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Part 1 and 2 /Registered ODP
- Registered with Nursing & Midwifery Council/HCPC
Desirable
- Relevant specialist Course Theatre/Anaesthetic
- Surgical First assistance course
- Prep for mentors or equivalent
Skills
Essential
- Specialist clinical skills
- Assesses patients & their care needs
- Ability to work within the multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrates ability to use own initiative
- Effective & concise communication skills demonstrated.
- Communication of sensitive information which will need reassurance and empathic communication skills
- Demonstrate & understanding /use of constructive analysis to improve team performance. To act as mentor for pre and post registration students & other leaner's
- To mentor pre and post-registration students & other learners.
Desirable
- Organisational skills
- Experience to take delegated responsibility
Attributes
Essential
- Ability to deal with distressing circumstances
- Ability to solve problems & recognise when to seek advice
- Enthusiastic & personally motivated with the ability to motivate others
- Good interpersonal skills
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of clinical issues within the Theatre Department
- Current NHS Issues
Desirable
- Experience in two or more areas, i.e. recovery/scrub/anaesthetics
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Part 1 and 2 /Registered ODP
- Registered with Nursing & Midwifery Council/HCPC
Desirable
- Relevant specialist Course Theatre/Anaesthetic
- Surgical First assistance course
- Prep for mentors or equivalent
Skills
Essential
- Specialist clinical skills
- Assesses patients & their care needs
- Ability to work within the multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrates ability to use own initiative
- Effective & concise communication skills demonstrated.
- Communication of sensitive information which will need reassurance and empathic communication skills
- Demonstrate & understanding /use of constructive analysis to improve team performance. To act as mentor for pre and post registration students & other leaner's
- To mentor pre and post-registration students & other learners.
Desirable
- Organisational skills
- Experience to take delegated responsibility
Attributes
Essential
- Ability to deal with distressing circumstances
- Ability to solve problems & recognise when to seek advice
- Enthusiastic & personally motivated with the ability to motivate others
- Good interpersonal skills
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates understanding of clinical issues within the Theatre Department
- Current NHS Issues
Desirable
- Experience in two or more areas, i.e. recovery/scrub/anaesthetics
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).
