Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Deputy Team Leader - Urology Theatres

The closing date is 13 March 2026

Job summary

Here is an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Deputy Team Leader - Urology Theatres

You will deputise for delegated tasks as deemed appropriate by the Team Leader.Undertake Floor person / Theatre Co-ordinator role as required.You will also assist in the maintenance of patient and environmental standards within theatres to ensure the safety of patients, staff and visitors. Participate in practical and theoretical training of theatre staff and learners.Maintain learning environment by encouraging inquiry.With the Team Leader, you will evaluate new methods of practice in relation to patient care and equipment. You are expected to have Good working Knowledge on Urology Laser.Experience in Major Urology open cases and Urology Robotic Surgery.

If this interest you apply now.

Main duties of the job

oDeputise for Team Leader in their absence.o Assist the Team Leader in the management of the speciality.o Deputise for delegated tasks as deemed appropriate by the Team Leader.o Ensure efficient running of the speciality in the absence of the Team Leader.o Maintain high standards of clinical care, ensuring that all actions are carried out with full regard for safety of patients and staff involved.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Details

Date posted

27 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-T&A-SO-6235

Job locations

Southend

Prittlewell Chase

Westcliff on Sea

SS0 0RY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Strong professional leadership qualities are required at this level. It is critical to the quality of care and staff morale. To organise and lead an operating session competently demonstrating excellent communication skills. Ability to work autonomously in satellite areas. Undertake Floor person / Theatre Co-ordinator role as required.

For full details please refer to the JD attached.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Strong professional leadership qualities are required at this level. It is critical to the quality of care and staff morale. To organise and lead an operating session competently demonstrating excellent communication skills. Ability to work autonomously in satellite areas. Undertake Floor person / Theatre Co-ordinator role as required.

For full details please refer to the JD attached.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • NMC Registered Nurse / HCPC Registered ODP
  • Mentorship Supervisor/ assessor course.

Desirable

  • Experience of Mentoring students
  • Managerial Courses

Essential

Essential

  • Significant experience at Band 5 level in Theatres
  • Significant experience in Urology Major Open cases
  • Sound working knowledge of Urology Laser Machine
  • Significant experience in Urology Robotic Surgery

Desirable

  • Experience in Change Management
Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • NMC Registered Nurse / HCPC Registered ODP
  • Mentorship Supervisor/ assessor course.

Desirable

  • Experience of Mentoring students
  • Managerial Courses

Essential

Essential

  • Significant experience at Band 5 level in Theatres
  • Significant experience in Urology Major Open cases
  • Sound working knowledge of Urology Laser Machine
  • Significant experience in Urology Robotic Surgery

Desirable

  • Experience in Change Management

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell Chase

Westcliff on Sea

SS0 0RY


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell Chase

Westcliff on Sea

SS0 0RY


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Team Leader - Urology

Anarica Balangon

anarica.balangon@nhs.net

03004436639

Details

Date posted

27 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-T&A-SO-6235

Job locations

Southend

Prittlewell Chase

Westcliff on Sea

SS0 0RY


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