Practice Plus Group

Theatre Manager

The closing date is 31 March 2026

Job summary

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Were looking for an experienced and inspiring Theatre Manager to lead our five-theatre suite at Ilford. This is a senior leadership role, responsible for the operational management, clinical leadership and performance of the theatre complex.

Working closely with the Head of Nursing & Clinical Services and Hospital Director, you'll ensure high-quality, safe and efficient care for every patient, while driving service development, staff engagement and theatre utilisation. You'll also play a key role in maintaining strong working relationships with NHS Trust partners and guest consultants.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident theatre leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional surgical services.

Main duties of the job

As our Theatre Manager, you will be:

  • Providing professional and operational leadership across the theatre department
  • Ensuring safe, effective and evidence-based patient care in line with NMC/HCPC standards
  • Managing theatre capacity, patient flow and workforce planning to maximise utilisation
  • Leading and developing a multidisciplinary theatre team, including recruitment, appraisal and succession planning
  • Managing budgets, stock control, implants and capital expenditure
  • Overseeing governance, audits, incident investigations and compliance with CQC standards
  • Supporting the introduction of new specialities and service developments
  • Building strong relationships with consultants, NHS Trust colleagues and external stakeholders
  • Participating in the hospital management team and on-call rota

About us

With your substantial senior-level theatre experience, you will also have:

  • NMC Registered Nurse (Part 1) or equivalent theatre qualification
  • Proven leadership and team management skills
  • Strong understanding of governance, infection control and regulatory standards
  • Experience managing budgets and operational performance
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to lead change, inspire teams and deliver results
  • A proactive, organised and commercially aware approach

What you can expect in return;

  • A competitive salary based on experience
  • An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
  • 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
  • The support you need to grow in your role

To apply for the role, click on the link below. If you have any questions, contactsarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.comin our friendly resourcing team.

Applications will be processed at the time of application, Practice Plus Group therefore reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date for that reason it is encouraged that you do not delay in your application.

Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. At Practice Plus Group, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Details

Date posted

03 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

14108

Job locations

Barley Lane

Ilford

Essex

IG3 8YY


Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information, please request a copy of the full job description from sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.com

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information, please request a copy of the full job description from sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.com

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Substantial senior-level theatre experience
  • NMC Registered Nurse or equivalent theatre qualification
  • Proven leadership and team management skills
  • Strong understanding of governance, infection control and regulatory standards
  • Experience managing budgets and operational performance
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to lead change, inspire teams and deliver results
  • A proactive, organised and commercially aware approach
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Substantial senior-level theatre experience
  • NMC Registered Nurse or equivalent theatre qualification
  • Proven leadership and team management skills
  • Strong understanding of governance, infection control and regulatory standards
  • Experience managing budgets and operational performance
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to lead change, inspire teams and deliver results
  • A proactive, organised and commercially aware approach

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

Practice Plus Group

Address

Barley Lane

Ilford

Essex

IG3 8YY


Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group

Address

Barley Lane

Ilford

Essex

IG3 8YY


Employer's website

https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Talent Acquisition Partner

Sarah Melder

sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.com

07970915238

Details

Date posted

03 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

14108

Job locations

Barley Lane

Ilford

Essex

IG3 8YY


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