KIMS Hospital

Theatre Practitioner – Newly Qualified

The closing date is 28 February 2026

Job summary

Theatre Practitioner – Newly Qualified ODP

Location: KIMS Hospital, Maidstone

Contract: Full Time, Permanent 40 Hours Per Week

Working Pattern: 07:30 - 18:00 between Monday and Saturday.  Saturdays are 1 per month on average.

Salary: £30,400 per annum. 

Are you a recently qualified Theatre Practitioner looking for your first role in a supportive, state-of-the-art environment where your development matters?

At KIMS Hospital, we’re proud to offer exciting opportunities within our Theatres team. We are expanding due to internal promotions, and we're looking for dedicated and skilled Operating Department Practitioners (ODP) to join us in delivering the highest standards of perioperative care.

This is more than just a job it’s a chance to shape your career your way, you’ll have access to structured training and development opportunities across a range of specialties. You’ll also work alongside some of the region’s leading consultants, gaining invaluable experience in a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting.

Main duties of the job

As a Theatre Practitioner at KIMS Hospital you will be a strong, patient focused team player with a collaborative approach to achieving goals.

Essential

  • Registered Practitioner (ODP) with current HCPC registration
  • Passion for high-quality, patient-centred care
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development and enthusiasm for learning

Desirable

  • Experience working as an Orthopaedic Scrub practitioner
  • Post registration Scrub experience (NHS or Private)

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. We’re committed to fostering a culture where you feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow.

Our comprehensive benefits include:

  • Competitive salary
  • 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) plus a day off for your birthday
  • Free secure on-site parking
  • Private health insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Pension scheme
  • Up to 40% discount on selected KIMS Hospital services
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Retail discounts and cashback offers
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Annual flu vaccination and free eye test

At KIMS Hospital, we are passionate about creating a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer, committed to reflecting the communities we serve.

Interested in joining our award-winning team?

Apply with your CV on line today using the Apply Now button to advance your theatre career with KIMS Hospital—where excellence meets opportunity.

If you have any questions regarding the role, Diane will be happy to help: Call 01622 237634 or Email recruitment@kims.org.uk

Details

Date posted

15 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

3125-2

Job locations

K I M S Hospital Ltd

Newnham Court Way

Weavering

Maidstone

Kent

ME14 5FT


Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information regarding this role please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information regarding this role please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Be a qualified ODP with current HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

  • Have a passion for high-quality, patient-centred care.
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development and enthusiasm for learning.

Desirable

  • Have experience working as an Orthopaedic Scrub practitioner.
  • Have post registration Scrub experience (NHS or Private).
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Be a qualified ODP with current HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

  • Have a passion for high-quality, patient-centred care.
  • Evidence of ongoing professional development and enthusiasm for learning.

Desirable

  • Have experience working as an Orthopaedic Scrub practitioner.
  • Have post registration Scrub experience (NHS or Private).

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

KIMS Hospital

Address

K I M S Hospital Ltd

Newnham Court Way

Weavering

Maidstone

Kent

ME14 5FT


Employer's website

https://kims.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

KIMS Hospital

Address

K I M S Hospital Ltd

Newnham Court Way

Weavering

Maidstone

Kent

ME14 5FT


Employer's website

https://kims.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Theatre Practitioner – Newly Qualified

Diane Arthur

diane.arthur@kims.org.uk

Details

Date posted

15 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

3125-2

Job locations

K I M S Hospital Ltd

Newnham Court Way

Weavering

Maidstone

Kent

ME14 5FT


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