HCA Healthcare UK

Senior Spinal Scrub Theatre Practitioner

The closing date is 28 June 2025

Job summary

Role: Senior Spinal Neuro Scrub Theatre Practitioner

Location:The Wellington Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, The Wellington Hospital, 8A Wellington Pl, London NW8 9LE

Shifts: 4 or 5 days a week, occasional weekends.

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive dependent on skills & experience + 4% shift enhancement.

Golden Hello: We are offering a one-off Golden Hello payment (10% of base salary).

We are looking for a Senior Theatre Practitioner with experience in Spinal Complex cases or Neuro to join our Theatre department at The Wellington Hospital, currently rated Good by the CQC. The theatres across our facilities, provide a vibrant, exciting and professional environment where the advance equipment and technology is second to none.

The Wellington Hospital provides the highest level of care for patients who are looking for the best treatment in key areas of healthcare, including: neurosurgery, spinal surgery, cardiac care, orthopaedics, acute neurological rehabilitation, gynaecology and cancer care. They have 11 Theatres across 3 buildings covering multiple surgical specialties. Successful candidates will be part of a large theatre team of colleagues, experienced professionals.

The Wellington Hospital has a successful track record of career progression, offering support, and development to those seeking to aspire higher or widen their knowledge. Including offer a Surgical First Assistant Course.

Main duties of the job

  • As a Senior Theatre Practitioner, youll support individuals and teams to deliver safe, high quality and effective patient care that is responsive to the needs of our patients.
  • You will be a team player who is confident to run theatre lists and set up theatres.
  • You will have an impressive level of Spinal or Neuro knowledge and will have a minimum of 3 years' experience working in the theatre setting.

About us

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers. In the UK, were one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. Thats why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day.

As a Theatre Practitioner at The Wellington you'll be eligible for:

  • 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals

  • Private pension contribution which increases with length of service

  • Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme

  • Group Life Assurance from day one

  • Critical illness cover

  • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

  • Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland

  • Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you

  • Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Details

Date posted

20 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0115-25-0080

Job locations

Wellington Hospital

Wellington Place

London

NW8 9LE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Role: Senior Spinal Scrub Theatre Practitioner

Location: The Wellington Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, The Wellington Hospital, 8A Wellington Pl, London NW8 9LE

Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week, 4 or 5 days a week, Occasional Weekends.

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive dependent on skills & experience and 4% shift enhancement.

Golden Hello: We are offering a one-off Golden Hello payment (10% of base salary).

We are looking for a Senior Theatre Practitioner with experience in Spinal Complex cases to join our Theatre department at The Wellington Hospital, currently rated Good by the CQC. The theatres across our facilities, provide a vibrant, exciting and professional environment where the advance equipment and technology is second to none.

Job Description:

  • As a Senior Theatre Practitioner, you'll support individuals and teams to deliver safe, high quality and effective patient care that is responsive to the needs of our patients.
  • You will be a team player who is confident to run theatre lists and set up theatres.
  • You will have an impressive level of Spinal or Neuro knowledge and will have a minimum of 3 years' experience working in the theatre setting.

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.

What You'll Bring:

  • 3 years of Neuro or Spinal experience
  • Experience working with Complex spinal cases.
  • HCPC/NMC Registration
  • Team Player
  • Confident to set up theatres, run theatre lists and ask questions.
  • To ensure safety for patients and colleagues
  • Working as a team member in all areas of the theatre suite, sharing knowledge and information and supporting colleagues, to promote a cohesive team and the achievement of team objectives

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers. In the UK, were one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. Thats why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day.

As a Theatre Practitioner at The Wellington you'll be eligible for:

  • 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals

  • Private pension contribution which increases with length of service

  • Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme

  • Group Life Assurance from day one

  • Critical illness cover

  • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

  • Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland

  • Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you

  • Discounts with over 800 major retailers.

Culture and Values

At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other.

Our mission is simple, above all else were committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues.

To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values:

  • Unique and Individual: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individual

  • Kindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassion

  • Honesty, integrity and fairness: - We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness

  • Loyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignity.

Reasonable adjustments

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, were happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Role: Senior Spinal Scrub Theatre Practitioner

Location: The Wellington Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, The Wellington Hospital, 8A Wellington Pl, London NW8 9LE

Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week, 4 or 5 days a week, Occasional Weekends.

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive dependent on skills & experience and 4% shift enhancement.

Golden Hello: We are offering a one-off Golden Hello payment (10% of base salary).

We are looking for a Senior Theatre Practitioner with experience in Spinal Complex cases to join our Theatre department at The Wellington Hospital, currently rated Good by the CQC. The theatres across our facilities, provide a vibrant, exciting and professional environment where the advance equipment and technology is second to none.

Job Description:

  • As a Senior Theatre Practitioner, you'll support individuals and teams to deliver safe, high quality and effective patient care that is responsive to the needs of our patients.
  • You will be a team player who is confident to run theatre lists and set up theatres.
  • You will have an impressive level of Spinal or Neuro knowledge and will have a minimum of 3 years' experience working in the theatre setting.

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.

What You'll Bring:

  • 3 years of Neuro or Spinal experience
  • Experience working with Complex spinal cases.
  • HCPC/NMC Registration
  • Team Player
  • Confident to set up theatres, run theatre lists and ask questions.
  • To ensure safety for patients and colleagues
  • Working as a team member in all areas of the theatre suite, sharing knowledge and information and supporting colleagues, to promote a cohesive team and the achievement of team objectives

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers. In the UK, were one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. Thats why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day.

As a Theatre Practitioner at The Wellington you'll be eligible for:

  • 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals

  • Private pension contribution which increases with length of service

  • Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme

  • Group Life Assurance from day one

  • Critical illness cover

  • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

  • Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland

  • Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you

  • Discounts with over 800 major retailers.

Culture and Values

At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other.

Our mission is simple, above all else were committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues.

To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values:

  • Unique and Individual: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individual

  • Kindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassion

  • Honesty, integrity and fairness: - We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness

  • Loyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignity.

Reasonable adjustments

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, were happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Diploma of higher education in Nursing or a Degree in operating department practice. HCPC/NMC Registration

Experience

Essential

  • 3 years of Neuro or Spinal experience
  • Experience working with Complex spinal cases
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Diploma of higher education in Nursing or a Degree in operating department practice. HCPC/NMC Registration

Experience

Essential

  • 3 years of Neuro or Spinal experience
  • Experience working with Complex spinal cases

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

HCA Healthcare UK

Address

Wellington Hospital

Wellington Place

London

NW8 9LE


Employer's website

https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HCA Healthcare UK

Address

Wellington Hospital

Wellington Place

London

NW8 9LE


Employer's website

https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Helen Mitchell

helen.mitchell@hcahealthcare.co.uk

Details

Date posted

20 May 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0115-25-0080

Job locations

Wellington Hospital

Wellington Place

London

NW8 9LE


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