# Theatre Support Assistant > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/theatre-support-assistant/56d4431d-dfb8-4144-bca2-94ff0acb031d - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/theatre-support-assistant/56d4431d-dfb8-4144-bca2-94ff0acb031d.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust - **Town:** Leicester - **Region:** Midlands - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Administrative and IT - **Grade:** Band 3 - **Salary:** £25,760 - £27,476 per annum - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-06-22T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-08T10:21:50.011Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Leicestershire/Leicester/University_Hospitals_Leicester_NHS_Trust/Theatres/Theatres-v8056656 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8056656?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Ever thought about working in an Operating Theatre? We are looking to recruit Theatre Support Assistants at the Leicester Royal Infirmary and Leicester General Hospital to become part of the theatre team. These are operating theatres that cover multiple specialities. Whilst theatre experience is not necessary, a current care certificate,  care experience and hold a Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification or equivalent are essential. In addition to this, knowledge around the role and responsibilities would be beneficial.  Training will be provided ensuring each candidate has a mentor/supervisor whilst relevant care certificate is completed. Once established within the role,  structured education and training programmes supported by local education institutions to enhance career opportunities are available. Evidence of a Care Certificate AND equivalent care experience is essential for this role. Whilst flexible working is considered, successful candidates are expected to work a full rotation of 24/7 shift patterns. Applicants MUST already have the right to work in the UK at the time of starting their employment with a minimum of 12 months remaining on their visa, or to be eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa have worked as a Senior Health Care Support Worker (NHS Band 3 or equivalent experience) for 2 years or more. Previous applicants need not reapply. ### Main duties of the job The post holder will support registered Theatre Practitioners within the peri-operative environment performing duties within theatres/recovery, assisting with patient care. The Senior Theatre Support Worker is a technical role that assumes a number of responsibilities such as, but not limited to: ensuring theatres and equipment/devices/sets are clean and ready for patient surgeries, assisting with safe and correct placement of patients pre/post-surgery, circulating within theatres during surgery and also responsibility for providing personal and clinical care where necessary. Inputting data into electronic care plans including recording of implant details for traceability, carrying out surgical swab counts with the scrub nurse.  Undertaking clinical observations and other interventions as delegated by registered practitioners. The Senior Theatre Support Assistant will ensure their practice is guided by standard operating procedures and established policies/guidelines. They will demonstrate self-directed development, recognising own limitations, and work within the scope of their role at all times To succeed you will be: - A team player who engages well with others - Good communicator - Energetic and hard-working - Working on own initiative and as part of a team to provide an excellent standard of patient centred care. - Taking and recording vital signs ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities - Promote and practice the highest standards of the prevention and control of Infection at all times. - Move and handle patients and goods in ways that promote the health of the patient, healthcare team and self and are consistent with legislation. - Assist with the collection of simple data for audit/research and other purposes as delegated by the Registered Nurse/Health Care Professional/Multi Disciplinary Team. Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of the job role. ## Job Details Ever thought about working in an Operating Theatre? We are looking to recruit Theatre Support Assistants at the Leicester Royal Infirmary and Leicester General Hospital to become part of the theatre team. These are operating theatres that cover multiple specialities. Whilst theatre experience is not necessary, a current care certificate, care experience and hold a Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification or equivalent are essential. In addition to this, knowledge around the role and responsibilities would be beneficial. Training will be provided ensuring each candidate has a mentor/supervisor whilst relevant care certificate is completed. Once established within the role, structured education and training programmes supported by local education institutions to enhance career opportunities are available. Evidence of a Care Certificate AND equivalent care experience is essential for this role. Whilst flexible working is considered, successful candidates are expected to work a full rotation of 24/7 shift patterns. Applicants MUST already have the right to work in the UK at the time of starting their employment with a minimum of 12 months remaining on their visa, or to be eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa have worked as a Senior Health Care Support Worker (NHS Band 3 or equivalent experience) for 2 years or more. Previous applicants need not reapply. ## Job Description The post holder will support registered Theatre Practitioners within the peri-operative environment performing duties within theatres/recovery, assisting with patient care. The Senior Theatre Support Worker is a technical role that assumes a number of responsibilities such as, but not limited to: ensuring theatres and equipment/devices/sets are clean and ready for patient surgeries, assisting with safe and correct placement of patients pre/post-surgery, circulating within theatres during surgery and also responsibility for providing personal and clinical care where necessary. Inputting data into electronic care plans including recording of implant details for traceability, carrying out surgical swab counts with the scrub nurse. Undertaking clinical observations and other interventions as delegated by registered practitioners. The Senior Theatre Support Assistant will ensure their practice is guided by standard operating procedures and established policies/guidelines. They will demonstrate self-directed development, recognising own limitations, and work within the scope of their role at all times To succeed you will be: A team player who engages well with others Good communicator Energetic and hard-working Working on own initiative and as part of a team to provide an excellent standard of patient centred care. Taking and recording vital signs ## Responsibilities Promote and practice the highest standards of the prevention and control of Infection at all times. Move and handle patients and goods in ways that promote the health of the patient, healthcare team and self and are consistent with legislation. Assist with the collection of simple data for audit/research and other purposes as delegated by the Registered Nurse/Health Care Professional/Multi Disciplinary Team. Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of the job role. ## Person Specification ### Skills **Essential** - Computer Skills - Committed to delivering high standards of patient care. Friendly, open, empathetic and compassionate - Taking and recording Vital Signs and other clinical skills with evidence of appropriate training within scope of job role. - Professional outlook and positive attitude. ### Experience **Essential** - Experience working in a Healthcare, social care organisation/setting or service industry requiring people contact - Knowledge of Infection Prevention and Control and Safeguarding processes - Experience of working in a healthcare team and patient settings - Experience of dealing with patient/relative verbal complaints **Desirable** - Knowledge of theatre processes - Experience working in acute health sector ### Training and Qualifications **Essential** - Holds National Care Certificate Level 3 Qualification in clinical healthcare OR able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skill and competency to undertake Band 3 clinical skills as described in job description. - Holds functional skills Level 1 Maths and English or education equivalent - Has worked as a Band 2/3 Healthcare Assistant within an acute hospital setting (or equivalent) - Completed Level 3 in Health & social care - Experience of dealing with patient / relative verbal complaints. **Desirable** - Speciality specific training and competencies achieved and ongoing development ### Analytical and Judgment Skills **Essential** - Able to work on own initiative, following direction from a Registered Healthcare Practitioner - Can demonstrate that they are able to follow policies and procedures and recognises working within their scope of practice ### Planning and organisation skills **Essential** - Able to carry out routine and non-routine tasks - Able to meet the flexible needs of the role and duty roster. ### Equality, Diversity and Inclusion **Essential** - Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs ### Communication and Relationship skills **Essential** - Good communication skills (written and verbal) - Able to work as a team. Able to relate well with patients/relatives/visitors/colleagues/ multi-disciplinary team and wider Trust Staff ### Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours **Essential** - Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours ## Documents - [b3 jd spec (pdf, 656.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10346540) - [job description (pdf, 656.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10346539) - [employee benefits (pdf, 578.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2350) - [employment benefits (pdf, 296.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10346541) - [understanding your right to work in the uk (pdf, 1.1mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2349) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.