Job details
- Job reference: 259556
- Salary: Band 3 (£29,103 - £31,409)
- Job closing date: 18/09/2026
- Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery
- Location: Ninewells Hospital
- Employment type: Permanent
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Job posted date: 11/09/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Tayside
- Department: Theatres and Anaesthesia
An opportunity has arisen for an individual to join the multidisciplinary team within the operating theatres of NHS Tayside. The successful applicant may be required to vary their workplace within the area covered by NHS Tayside, as required.
You will play an important part in the patient’s journey, working within the operating theatres and assisting Registered Nurses (RNs) & Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs) in the care and treatment of patients undergoing surgical procedures. Health care experience would be advantageous, but not essential as full training will be provided. Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team are essential qualities for this post.
You will be expected to comply with the national Mandatory Induction Standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland (2009) and with the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers (2009) for this post.
Informal enquiries are strongly encouraged, please contact SCN Susan Banks: susan.banks2@nhs.scot
Hours of work are: Full time (36 hours) with a commitment to day / night rotation and on call if required by clinical area.
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly.
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This advert is for Theatre Support Worker with NHS Tayside in Dundee, Scotland. It is listed as a Band 3 Theatre support worker role. The advertised salary is £29,103 - £31,409. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 18 Sep 2026.
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