Circle Health Group

Theatre Practitioner Recovery & Anaesthetics

The closing date is 31 October 2025

Job summary

The Beardwood Hospital is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Theatre Practitioner to join their team of staff in the Theatre department.

Main duties of the job

Duties of this role include:

  • Assist the surgical team by preparing instruments, maintaining sterility, anticipating surgeon needs, and ensuring equipment safety; support the Anaesthetist in equipment preparation, patient monitoring, airway management, and positioning; and provide post-operative care, monitoring vital signs, managing pain and nausea, and ensuring patient readiness for discharge.
  • Adhere to infection prevention and control policies and procedures at all times.
  • Set up operating theatres according to surgery type and specific patient requirements.
  • Check all surgical and anaesthetic equipment prior to use and report faults immediately.
  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve safe and efficient surgical lists
  • Support and contribute to a positive, respectful, and efficient theatre environment.

About us

Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act, as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities or expressions, skills, work styles and more.

Were passionate about creating an environment where our people can thrive, grow and develop professionally and personally. Our principles and values guide our colleagues to beselfless,compassionate,committed,collaborative,brave,agile,tenacious and creative and are at the core of our purpose and culture.

Details

Date posted

30 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£37,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0196-25-0065

Job locations

The Beardwood Hospital - Circle Health Group

Preston New Road

Blackburn

Lancashire

BB2 7AE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Lead Theatre Practitioner - Endoscopy

The Beardwood Hospital

37.5 Hours & Permanent

Competitive Salary(depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

The Beardwood HospitalIs part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Lead Theatre Practitionerto join their team of staff in thetheatredepartment.

This is a full time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required tocover a flexible shift pattern.

Duties of this role include:

  • Lead the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care across the perioperative pathway, acting as a specialist or functional lead within the team.
  • Ensure that all patient safety checks, including WHO surgical safety processes, are carried out in accordance with hospital policy.
  • Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision for theatre practitioners and support staff, fostering a culture of professionalism, compassion, and accountability.
  • Support the development and assessment of competencies within the team, promoting continuous professional development.
  • Act as an advocate for patients, ensuring their rights, safety, and dignity are upheld at all times.
  • Raise concerns where standards of care or safeguarding protocols are not met, in line with Circle Health Group policy.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Lead Theatre Practitioner - Endoscopy

The Beardwood Hospital

37.5 Hours & Permanent

Competitive Salary(depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

The Beardwood HospitalIs part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Lead Theatre Practitionerto join their team of staff in thetheatredepartment.

This is a full time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required tocover a flexible shift pattern.

Duties of this role include:

  • Lead the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care across the perioperative pathway, acting as a specialist or functional lead within the team.
  • Ensure that all patient safety checks, including WHO surgical safety processes, are carried out in accordance with hospital policy.
  • Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision for theatre practitioners and support staff, fostering a culture of professionalism, compassion, and accountability.
  • Support the development and assessment of competencies within the team, promoting continuous professional development.
  • Act as an advocate for patients, ensuring their rights, safety, and dignity are upheld at all times.
  • Raise concerns where standards of care or safeguarding protocols are not met, in line with Circle Health Group policy.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Applicants should meet the following criteria:
  • NMC or HCPC registered practitioner with significant experience in a theatre environment
  • Demonstrated clinical leadership experience and ability to act as a role model to peers.
  • Strong understanding of patient safety protocols, safeguarding, infection control, and clinical governance.
  • ENB 998 and/or mentorship course.
  • Approved / recognised anaesthetic course.
  • Must have experience in Endoscopy and JAG.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Applicants should meet the following criteria:
  • NMC or HCPC registered practitioner with significant experience in a theatre environment
  • Demonstrated clinical leadership experience and ability to act as a role model to peers.
  • Strong understanding of patient safety protocols, safeguarding, infection control, and clinical governance.
  • ENB 998 and/or mentorship course.
  • Approved / recognised anaesthetic course.
  • Must have experience in Endoscopy and JAG.

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

Circle Health Group

Address

The Beardwood Hospital - Circle Health Group

Preston New Road

Blackburn

Lancashire

BB2 7AE


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Circle Health Group

Address

The Beardwood Hospital - Circle Health Group

Preston New Road

Blackburn

Lancashire

BB2 7AE


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Kathryn Cain

kathryn.cain@circlehealthgroup.co.uk

Details

Date posted

30 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£37,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0196-25-0065

Job locations

The Beardwood Hospital - Circle Health Group

Preston New Road

Blackburn

Lancashire

BB2 7AE


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