Job requirements
Essential
5 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Understanding of the Theatre Support Worker role
- Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Experience of good communication skills
- Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Demonstrate and understanding of confidentiality
- Education, Qualifications and Training
Minimum of pass grade in Mathematics (GCSE, CSE or O Level or equivalent)
- Education, Qualifications and Training
Minimum of pass grade in English Language (GCSE, CSE or O Level or equivalent)
Desirable
5 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Experience in an acute hospital setting
- Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Evidence of ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation
- Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Ability to work as part of a team
- Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Evidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients and visitors
- Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Flexibility/adaptability to work in all areas, to meet patient needs
Job overview
DORSET COUNTY HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUS
SURGERY SERVICES
Theatre Complex
Theatre Support Workers, Band 2 / Band 3
We are recruiting a Band 2 Theatre Support Workers to join the Theatre Complex at Dorset County Hospital, providing high-quality, safe care to patients. The role offers progression to Band 3 when fully trained. We are seeking self-motivated individuals with experience in an acute hospital setting.
The job entails working within all areas of theatre complex. The post holder will be expected to work on the Main Hospital site and on occasions, the satellite Theatre in Weymouth. We provide high-quality care to patients undergoing a wide range of surgical procedures. Applications from candidates with previous experience in theatres would be encouraged.
The experienced team within The Theatre Complex can offer the successful candidates excellent learning opportunities and continued support and progression.
If you feel you have the personal drive and innovation to be part of this pro-active and busy team, please contact Senior Sister Rachel Wood on 01305 255205 further details.
Main duties of the job
- To work as a team member assisting the qualified staff in the provisions of a high standard of environment and equipment preparation
- Enable the team to deliver an efficient and effective level of service to all Theatre users.
- To facilitate the safe and timely transfer of patients to support efficient Theatre utilisation.
- Cleaning, stocking and tidying of whole department.
- Preparation and distribution of relevant equipment for surgery.
- To maintain and support the efficient running of the Holding Bay
- Support Patient Administration System by accurate input of data.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Theatre Support Worker with Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Dorchester, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Theatre support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,272 Pro Rata Per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 26 Nov 2026.
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