Spire Healthcare Ltd

SSD Assistant

The closing date is 23 March 2026

Job summary

Sterile Services Technician | SSD | Spire South Bank Hospital | Worcester | Permanent - Full time| Salary - £24,219.00

Spire South Bank Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Sterile Services Decontamination Assistant to join the SSD team on a full time basis.

The suitable candidate will come in and work in the department by cleaning, sterilising and packing theatre instruments. Ensuring theatre instruments are correct and ready for use, this role is a physically demanding role which involved heavy lifting.

Our vision is to be recognised as a world class healthcare business bringing together the best people who are dedicated to developing excellent clinical environments and delivering the highest quality patient care.

Spire South Bank Hospital has been in operation for 30 years providing quality private healthcare to the local population and beyond, earning a reputation as a leader in Worcestershire. We work with some of the areas most experienced Consultant Surgeons, Anaesthetists and Physicians to deliver tailored, personalised care and are proud of the positive patient feedback we consistently receive.

Main duties of the job

Duties and responsibilities.

  • Undertake routine tasks related to individuals health and well-being.
  • Checking correct instruments are on trays pre and post decontamination.
  • Pack instruments/consumables for sterilisation.
  • Complete tracking systems accurately.
  • Monitor repairs of instruments
  • Checking functioning of sterilising and decontamination equipment according to manufacturers instructions
  • Decontamination of flexible endoscopes

About us

Spire South Bank Hospital has been in operation for 30 years providing quality private healthcare to the local population and beyond, earning a reputation as a leader in Worcestershire. We work with some of the areas most experienced Consultant Surgeons, Anaesthetists and Physicians to deliver tailored, personalised care and are proud of the positive patient feedback we consistently receive.

Details

Date posted

27 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

25828

Job locations

139 Bath Rd, Worcester WR5 3YB

Worcester

WR5 3YB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Who we are looking for

  • Certificate in Decontamination or NVQ level 3 in Decontamination
  • Or TVQ level 1 & 2inDecontamination
  • Or City and Guilds Certificates in Decontamination / Endoscopy
  • Some Knowledge of decontamination of medical devices is essential.
  • Knowledge of SSD machinery
  • Basic awareness of health & safety and hygiene.
  • Knowledge of basic instruments and equipment
  • Knowledge of sterile packing techniques
  • Knowledge of ISO standards
  • Ability to train and supervise Level I staff in all areas
  • The flexibility to work on our rota
  • Excellent communication skills

Working Pattern: Various shifts between 7am-8pm including some Saturdays

Benefits:

We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

  • 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
  • Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
  • Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
  • Free Bupa wellness screening
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Save an average of £50 per month with our free onsite car park

Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications

Job description

Job responsibilities

Who we are looking for

  • Certificate in Decontamination or NVQ level 3 in Decontamination
  • Or TVQ level 1 & 2inDecontamination
  • Or City and Guilds Certificates in Decontamination / Endoscopy
  • Some Knowledge of decontamination of medical devices is essential.
  • Knowledge of SSD machinery
  • Basic awareness of health & safety and hygiene.
  • Knowledge of basic instruments and equipment
  • Knowledge of sterile packing techniques
  • Knowledge of ISO standards
  • Ability to train and supervise Level I staff in all areas
  • The flexibility to work on our rota
  • Excellent communication skills

Working Pattern: Various shifts between 7am-8pm including some Saturdays

Benefits:

We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

  • 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
  • Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
  • Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
  • Free Bupa wellness screening
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Save an average of £50 per month with our free onsite car park

Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications

Person Specification

Qualifications

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Experience

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Person Specification

Qualifications

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

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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

139 Bath Rd, Worcester WR5 3YB

Worcester

WR5 3YB


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Spire Healthcare Ltd

Address

139 Bath Rd, Worcester WR5 3YB

Worcester

WR5 3YB


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Resourcing Partner

Lukala Weber

Lukala.Weber@spirehealthcare.com

+447516506185

Details

Date posted

27 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

25828

Job locations

139 Bath Rd, Worcester WR5 3YB

Worcester

WR5 3YB


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