Band 3 Healthcare Assistant - Theatres

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant to join our Theatres team. If you have experience working in an operating theatre and enjoy the teamwork, organisation and attention to detail that surgical care requires, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

As a Theatre Healthcare Assistant, you will help patients feel cared for and reassured throughout their surgical journey. From preparing equipment before an operating list to supporting patients as they arrive in theatre, your contribution will help the team deliver safe, personalised care

About us

Our Main Theatres and MITU department brings together healthcare assistants, nurses, operating department practitioners and surgeons to care for patients undergoing a wide range of surgical procedures. It is a busy environment where working well together, sharing knowledge and looking out for one another are essential to the care we provide. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will be a valued member of this team, working alongside experienced colleagues who can offer guidance and help you build confidence in your role. You will have opportunities to develop your theatre skills through relevant training and day to day learning, with encouragement to ask questions and share your ideas. From helping a patient feel at ease to preparing the theatre for the next procedure, your contribution will matter to both your patients and your colleagues. As the UK's largest independent charitable hospital, we care for over 120,000 patients each year. What makes us different is what we do with that success. We reinvest it back into our services, our technology and, most importantly, our people. From developing innovative new ways of delivering care to supporting continuous learning and career progression, we're always looking ahead.

Details

• Date posted: 19 October 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: Depending on experience
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: REQ100668
• Job locations: 20 Devonshire Place, West End, W1G 6BW, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Healthcare Assistant, Band 3 Department: Operating Theatres Location: 20 Devonshire Place, W1G 6BW Hours: 37.5 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday to Sunday - Early and Late shifts Contract: Permanent We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant to join our Theatres team. If you have experience working in an operating theatre and enjoy the teamwork, organisation and attention to detail that surgical care requires, we would love to hear from you. A little about the role As a Theatre Healthcare Assistant, you will help patients feel cared for and reassured throughout their surgical journey. From preparing equipment before an operating list to supporting patients as they arrive in theatre, your contribution will help the team deliver safe, personalised care. Working under the supervision of registered practitioners, you will support a range of surgical procedures, carrying out duties within your training and assessed competencies What you'll be doing

Helping prepare theatres, surgical equipment, instruments and supplies before operating lists.

Collecting patients from the ward and supporting their safe transfer, positioning and return following surgery.

Providing reassurance while respecting each patient's dignity, privacy and individual needs.

Supporting the scrub practitioner in the circulating role, including opening sterile items, assisting with surgical checks and receiving specimens

Keeping theatres and equipment clean and ready for use, following infection prevention procedures.

Maintaining stock levels, completing documentation and supporting the department's administrative tasks.

Previous experience working in a theatre department.

An NVQ Level 2 in Operating Department Support or an equivalent qualification.

Good literacy, numeracy and communication skills, alongside basic computer skills.

A caring, respectful approach and the ability to work closely with colleagues.

Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise your workload.

A willingness to learn, complete relevant training and contribute ideas to improve care.

Life insurance: Get life cover worth four times your salary, whether you're full time or part time

Private medical cover: Once you've passed probation, our employee medical scheme gives you fast-track access to private healthcare.

Pension: Join our pension scheme and enjoy matched contributions.

Employee assistance programme: From stress to practical guidance, our counselling service is available to support you.

Blue Light Card: Access thousands of discounts across supermarkets, holidays, fashion, technology and days out.

Cycle to work: Access tax free benefits while supporting a healthier and greener commute.

Electric car scheme: Make switching to a cleaner vehicle simpler and more affordable.

Subsidised staff restaurant: Enjoy a variety of tasty and healthy meals at a lower cost.

Recognition programmes: Celebrate achievements and make sure great work is recognised.

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