Job overview
Our operating theatres are recruiting for Band 2 perioperative care support workers. We would like you to join us in delivering the highest standards of care in a well-equipped, safe environment with Our ‘Right Care’ behaviours of compassion, a commitment to quality of care and working together for patients as a priority. Our specialties include Ophthalmology, General Surgery, ENT, Gynecology, Urology, Maxilla-facial, elective Orthopedics, Acutes & trauma, Obstetrics and Post Anaesthetic Care Unit.
Are you forward thinking, motivated, organised and dedicated who are seeking a career in perioperative nursing & have the aspiration and motivation to work in this complex environment. Our investment & commitment to our staffs continuous professional development in knowledge and skills will provide a varied yet rewarding career in the perioperative environment. You may already have experience in this role. We require staff to cover a 24 hour service over a 7 day period.
Main duties of the job
To undertake a range of duties including clerical and patient care activities under the direct supervision of a Registered Practitioner ODP, Nurse or a Senior Perioperative Care Assistant. Theatre Support staff will assist the Registered Practitioners to deliver patient care and prepare the environment in which care is delivered. In pursuing these duties, the post holder will ensure compliance with the NHS Constitution and be familiar with the NHS England Guidance ‘Understanding the new NHS’.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For details of this job vacancy, please see attached full job description and the person specification
This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list.
If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills, including observation, listening & reaction as required.verbal & IT
- Ability to work as an active member of the multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Skills in Infection Prevention and Control
- Skills in patient safety
- Skills in manually handling people
Knowledge
Essential
- A Comprehensive understanding of working in the Operating Theatre
- Understanding of the NHS Constitution and its implications
Desirable
- Knowledge of IT systems, Electronic patient records Trisoft, Health Edge
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team which can be transferred into the theatre teamwork
- Previous experience of working with the public with transferable skills to work with theatre patients.
Desirable
- Health care experience
- Previous experience of working in the operating theatre
Qualifications
Essential
- General education, numerate and literate to Functional skills Level 2, A-C or equivalent GCSE
Desirable
- BTEC Health & Social studies
- The Care Certificate
- QCF Level 2 / 3 Heath Diploma or equivalent
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This advert is for Perioperative Care Support Worker (Band 2) with Airedale NHS Foundation Trust in Keighley, North East and Yorkshire, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,272 pro rata per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 03 Aug 2026.
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