Location
Newport, Wales
Salary
£26,300 - £27,890 per annum
Profession
Healthcare support worker
Grade
Band 3
Deadline
08 Jun 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
05 Jun 2026
Medical Protection — indemnity for locally employed doctors from £79

Job overview

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Band 3 Theatre Assistant to join our team at Nevill Hall Day Surgery Unit.

The Day Surgery Unit (DSU) is a high turnover unit currently running 5 Theatres.

The role is an excellent opportunity to gain experience supporting team members within the surgical setting.

Staff are expected to support other sites within the health board, when necessary, thus the successful candidate must demonstrate flexibility within their service.

You will be under delegation and supervision of a registered Nurse, the Theatre Assistant will undertake defined responsibilities appropriate to their role in the Day Surgery setting.

Main duties of the job

  • T   To maintain patient confidentiality at all times T  To behave in a manner appropriate to the professional environment
  • To work with Directorate / Trust policies and procedures

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

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This advert is for Theatre Assistant with Aneurin Bevan University Health Board in Newport, Newport, Wales. It is listed as a Band 3 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £26,300 - £27,890 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 08 Jun 2026.

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