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Spire Healthcare Ltd

Orthopaedic Team Leader - Theatres

The closing date is 13 February 2026

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Job summary

Orthopaedic Team Lead Theatres | Spire Bristol Hospital | Permanent | Full Time | Excellent BenefitsAre you an experienced and motivated Orthopaedic Practitioner with leadership experience? Spire Bristol Hospital is seeking a dynamic Orthopaedic Team Lead to join our high-performing theatre department. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a dedicated team within one of the UKs leading independent healthcare providers, renowned for clinical excellence and patient care.Why Join Us?At Spire Bristol, youll be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous professional development. We offer a structured career pathway, and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a modern theatre environment.

Main duties of the job

Duties And ResponsibilitiesAs Orthopaedic Team Lead, you will:

  • Provide expert clinical leadership and mentorship to a team of Scrub Practitioners and Healthcare Assistants.
  • Oversee the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality perioperative care across a range of elective orthopaedic procedures.
  • Collaborate with the Theatre Manager and Deputy Manager to support staff development, appraisals, and training plans.
  • Act as a professional clinical role model at all times, promoting best practices and continuous improvement.
  • Coordinate surgical lists, ensuring all equipment, implants, and resources are available and managed efficiently.
  • Work with consultants and company representatives to support surgical teams, optimising patient safety and their outcomes.

  • Work with the Theatre Management Team and consultants to seek opportunities to develop and incorporate new technologies and techniques.

About us

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services. We have achieved our market leading position because of our Purpose, which is to 'make a positive difference to people's lives through outstanding personalised care'. Everyone at Spire is aligned to this purpose, which underpins a culture of respect, inclusion, passion and collaboration across our business, enabling us to achieve more than 98% of our hospitals being rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding' by the Regulators; these are sector leading standards.

Details

Date posted

19 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

24088

Job locations

The Glen, Redland Hill, Redland, Bristol BS6 6UT

Bristol

BS6 6UT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Who We're Looking For

  • Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) with no restrictions to practice.
  • Minimum 3 years Orthopaedic scrub experience, with theatre leadership or senior practitioner experience.
  • Mentorship qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
  • Strong clinical decision-making and case management skills.

  • Knowledge of theatre budgeting and resource planning (desirable).

Working Hours:Full Time, Monday to Saturday, mixed shifts, earlies and lates, 37.5 hours per weekContract Type:PermanentBenefits

  • Competitive salary and enhancements
  • 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
  • Private medical insurance and life assurance
  • Contributory pension scheme with flexible retirement options
  • Free Bupa wellness screening
  • Access to Spire for You exclusive discounts and cashback from over 1,000 retailers
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities

Our ValuesWe are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:

  • Driving clinical excellence
  • Doing the right thing
  • Caring is our passion
  • Keeping it simple
  • Delivering on our promises
  • Succeeding and celebrating together

Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.Please note: We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.About UsSpire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services.We have achieved our market leading position because of our Purpose, which is to'make a positive difference to people's lives through outstanding personalised care'. Everyone at Spire is aligned to this purpose, which underpins a culture of respect, inclusion, passion and collaboration across our business, enabling us to achieve more than 98% of our hospitals being rated Good or Outstanding by the Regulators; these are sector leading standards.About The TeamSpire Bristol Hospital is the largest private hospital in the South West, offering fast access to a broad range of treatments and services including complex surgery and a Children and Young People's Service. Our high-quality accommodation and aftercare means were committed to looking after you and your health.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Who We're Looking For

  • Registered Nurse (NMC) or Operating Department Practitioner (HCPC) with no restrictions to practice.
  • Minimum 3 years Orthopaedic scrub experience, with theatre leadership or senior practitioner experience.
  • Mentorship qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
  • Strong clinical decision-making and case management skills.

  • Knowledge of theatre budgeting and resource planning (desirable).

Working Hours:Full Time, Monday to Saturday, mixed shifts, earlies and lates, 37.5 hours per weekContract Type:PermanentBenefits

  • Competitive salary and enhancements
  • 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
  • Private medical insurance and life assurance
  • Contributory pension scheme with flexible retirement options
  • Free Bupa wellness screening
  • Access to Spire for You exclusive discounts and cashback from over 1,000 retailers
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities

Our ValuesWe are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:

  • Driving clinical excellence
  • Doing the right thing
  • Caring is our passion
  • Keeping it simple
  • Delivering on our promises
  • Succeeding and celebrating together

Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.Please note: We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.About UsSpire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services.We have achieved our market leading position because of our Purpose, which is to'make a positive difference to people's lives through outstanding personalised care'. Everyone at Spire is aligned to this purpose, which underpins a culture of respect, inclusion, passion and collaboration across our business, enabling us to achieve more than 98% of our hospitals being rated Good or Outstanding by the Regulators; these are sector leading standards.About The TeamSpire Bristol Hospital is the largest private hospital in the South West, offering fast access to a broad range of treatments and services including complex surgery and a Children and Young People's Service. Our high-quality accommodation and aftercare means were committed to looking after you and your health.

Person Specification

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Experience

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Experience

Essential

  • Please see above

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

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Spire Healthcare Ltd

Address

The Glen, Redland Hill, Redland, Bristol BS6 6UT

Bristol

BS6 6UT


Employer's website

https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Spire Healthcare Ltd

Address

The Glen, Redland Hill, Redland, Bristol BS6 6UT

Bristol

BS6 6UT


Employer's website

https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Resourcing Partner

Mark Ballard

Mark.Ballard@spirehealthcare.com

+447548760637

Details

Date posted

19 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

24088

Job locations

The Glen, Redland Hill, Redland, Bristol BS6 6UT

Bristol

BS6 6UT


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