Job requirements
Essential
2 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Minimum of >1 year working as an Theatres Ward Nurse within the NHS.
- Experience
Live within 50 miles of Torbay
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Job summary
18 Week Support is seeking an experienced Theatres Ward Nurse to join their friendly and supportive team in Torbay and support a large NHS Trust with reducing its patient waiting list.
Predominantly weekend sessions available (full days)
Excellent day rate (paid via PAYE)
Ongoing sessions available over long duration
Main duties of the job
Location: Torbay
About us
Along with offering an amazing day rate, you can expect the following from working with us:
Ongoing support and training provided where needed.
Flexible work for when you want to work for us around your current commitments.
Booking and scheduling app that allows you to easily see work in your specialty and local area as well as book shifts at the click of a button.
Community app that allows you to connect with other clinicians, share learning and engage with 18 Week Support L&D resources.
Details
- Date posted: 18 September 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £300 a day PAYE
- Contract: Locum
- Duration: 24 weeks
- Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
- Reference number: E0341-26-0057
- Job locations: Newton Rd,, Torbay, TQ2 7AA, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
18 Week Support has partnered with a specialised and dynamic NHS Trust in the Dorset region who are looking for experienced Theatres Ward Nurse to assist with their referral waiting lists.
Work Pattern: Saturday and Sunday
Shift hours:8:00-18:00 (10 hour shifts)
Duration: 3 months with the view to extend
Why 18 Week Support
As the leading provider of clinical insourcing services to the NHS, 18 Week Support partners with NHS Trusts to reduce referral to treatment waiting times and provide ongoing clinical capacity management solutions.
Over the years, 18 Week Support has developed strong working relationships with over 75 Trusts and Health Boards in the UK and provides flexible, high-quality, weekend and weekday services.
Every member of our team, from our world-renowned lead physicians and surgeons to our highly experienced nurses and healthcare assistants, is committed to providing first-class clinical care and an exceptional patient experience.
We offer a wide range of clinical specialties and support services within our innovative insourcing model. Each specialty is managed by an experienced clinical lead and our Head of Nursing. The services include Gastroenterology & Endoscopy, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, ENT & Audiology, Neurology, General Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Urology, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Trauma & Orthopaedics, Radiology, Gynaecology, Clinical Support Services.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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This advert is for Ward Nurse - Torbay with 18 Week Support Limited in Torbay, England. It is listed as a Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £300.00. The contract type is Locum. The application deadline is 18 May 2027.
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