Spire Healthcare Ltd

SSD Assistant

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Job summary

Spire Clare Park Hospital has an exciting opportunity for an SSD Assistant to join the SSD team on a permeant, part-time basis Spire Clare Park Hospital is a modern elective hospital located in Farnham and is rated "Good" by the CQC. The hospital provides a broad range of surgical and diagnostic services, including Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery, Urology, Dermatology and ENT, supported by stateoftheart imaging facilities.

Main duties of the job

Duties and responsibilities: Under general supervision, with opportunity to make independent decisions, performs duties that will include receiving, sorting, inspecting, cleaning, disinfecting, assembling, preparing, sterilizing, storing and issuing reusable surgical instruments and equipment. To assist the multi-disciplinary theatre team to provide exemplary care by ensuring theatre and endoscopy instrumentation and equipment are correct and ready for use. Undertake routine tasks related to individual's health and well-being. Production and communication of information and knowledge Contribute to own personal development. Assist in maintaining own and others' health and safety and security.

About us

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."

Details

Date posted

13 July 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

26735

Job locations

Crondall Lane

Farnham

GU10 5XX

United Kingdom


Job description

Job responsibilities

SSD Assistant | Sterile Services Department | Spire Clare Park Hospital - Farnham | Staffing Bank | Part-Time 22 hours per week Spire Clare Park Hospital has an exciting opportunity for an SSD Assistant to join the SSD team on a permeant, part-time basis Spire Clare Park Hospital is a modern elective hospital located in Farnham and is rated "Good" by the CQC. The hospital provides a broad range of surgical and diagnostic services, including Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery, Urology, Dermatology and ENT, supported by stateoftheart imaging facilities. Duties and responsibilities:

  • Under general supervision, with opportunity to make independent decisions, performs duties that will include receiving, sorting, inspecting, cleaning, disinfecting, assembling, preparing, sterilizing, storing and issuing reusable surgical instruments and equipment.
  • To assist the multi-disciplinary theatre team to provide exemplary care by ensuring theatre and endoscopy instrumentation and equipment are correct and ready for use.
  • Undertake routine tasks related to individual's health and well-being.
  • Production and communication of information and knowledge
  • Contribute to own personal development.
  • Assist in maintaining own and others' health and safety and security.
  • Who we're looking for:
  • Certificate in Decontamination or NVQ level 3 in Decontamination
  • Or TVQ level 1 & 2 in Decontamination
  • Or City and Guilds Certificates in Decontamination / Endoscopy
  • Self-Motivated
  • Working alone and in teams
  • Basic awareness of health, safety and hygiene
  • English language to IELTS 7.0
  • Principles of infection control, fundamentals of microbiology and aseptic technique
  • Knowledge of SSD machinery
  • 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
  • What We Offer
  • 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Free onsite parking
  • Access to the Spire for You benefits and rewards platform
  • Our Values We 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. Closing Date: If we have received sufficient applications, this date may be brought forward so please submit your application as soon as possible. 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."

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    SSD Assistant | Sterile Services Department | Spire Clare Park Hospital - Farnham | Staffing Bank | Part-Time 22 hours per week Spire Clare Park Hospital has an exciting opportunity for an SSD Assistant to join the SSD team on a permeant, part-time basis Spire Clare Park Hospital is a modern elective hospital located in Farnham and is rated "Good" by the CQC. The hospital provides a broad range of surgical and diagnostic services, including Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery, Urology, Dermatology and ENT, supported by stateoftheart imaging facilities. Duties and responsibilities:

  • Under general supervision, with opportunity to make independent decisions, performs duties that will include receiving, sorting, inspecting, cleaning, disinfecting, assembling, preparing, sterilizing, storing and issuing reusable surgical instruments and equipment.
  • To assist the multi-disciplinary theatre team to provide exemplary care by ensuring theatre and endoscopy instrumentation and equipment are correct and ready for use.
  • Undertake routine tasks related to individual's health and well-being.
  • Production and communication of information and knowledge
  • Contribute to own personal development.
  • Assist in maintaining own and others' health and safety and security.
  • Who we're looking for:
  • Certificate in Decontamination or NVQ level 3 in Decontamination
  • Or TVQ level 1 & 2 in Decontamination
  • Or City and Guilds Certificates in Decontamination / Endoscopy
  • Self-Motivated
  • Working alone and in teams
  • Basic awareness of health, safety and hygiene
  • English language to IELTS 7.0
  • Principles of infection control, fundamentals of microbiology and aseptic technique
  • Knowledge of SSD machinery
  • 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
  • What We Offer
  • 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Free onsite parking
  • Access to the Spire for You benefits and rewards platform
  • Our Values We 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. Closing Date: If we have received sufficient applications, this date may be brought forward so please submit your application as soon as possible. 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."

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • Who we're looking for:
    • Certificate in Decontamination or NVQ level 3 in Decontamination
    • Or TVQ level 1 & 2 in Decontamination
    • Or City and Guilds Certificates in Decontamination / Endoscopy
    • Self-Motivated
    • Working alone and in teams
    • Basic awareness of health, safety and hygiene
    • English language to IELTS 7.0
    • Principles of infection control, fundamentals of microbiology and aseptic technique
    • Knowledge of SSD machinery
    • 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

    Experience

    Essential

    • Who we're looking for:
    • Certificate in Decontamination or NVQ level 3 in Decontamination
    • Or TVQ level 1 & 2 in Decontamination
    • Or City and Guilds Certificates in Decontamination / Endoscopy
    • Self-Motivated
    • Working alone and in teams
    • Basic awareness of health, safety and hygiene
    • English language to IELTS 7.0
    • Principles of infection control, fundamentals of microbiology and aseptic technique
    • Knowledge of SSD machinery
    • 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
    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

    • Who we're looking for:
    • Certificate in Decontamination or NVQ level 3 in Decontamination
    • Or TVQ level 1 & 2 in Decontamination
    • Or City and Guilds Certificates in Decontamination / Endoscopy
    • Self-Motivated
    • Working alone and in teams
    • Basic awareness of health, safety and hygiene
    • English language to IELTS 7.0
    • Principles of infection control, fundamentals of microbiology and aseptic technique
    • Knowledge of SSD machinery
    • 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

    Experience

    Essential

    • Who we're looking for:
    • Certificate in Decontamination or NVQ level 3 in Decontamination
    • Or TVQ level 1 & 2 in Decontamination
    • Or City and Guilds Certificates in Decontamination / Endoscopy
    • Self-Motivated
    • Working alone and in teams
    • Basic awareness of health, safety and hygiene
    • English language to IELTS 7.0
    • Principles of infection control, fundamentals of microbiology and aseptic technique
    • Knowledge of SSD machinery
    • 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

    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.

    Employer details

    Employer name

    Spire Healthcare Ltd

    Address

    Crondall Lane

    Farnham

    GU10 5XX

    United Kingdom


    Employer's website

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


    Employer details

    Employer name

    Spire Healthcare Ltd

    Address

    Crondall Lane

    Farnham

    GU10 5XX

    United Kingdom


    Employer's website

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


    Employer contact details

    For questions about the job, contact:

    Senior Resourcing Partner

    Tim Lincoln-Shaw

    Tim.Lincoln-shaw@spirehealthcare.com

    Details

    Date posted

    13 July 2026

    Pay scheme

    Agenda for change

    Band

    Band 3

    Salary

    Depending on experience

    Contract

    Permanent

    Working pattern

    Part-time

    Reference number

    26735

    Job locations

    Crondall Lane

    Farnham

    GU10 5XX

    United Kingdom


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