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Job summary Senior Theatre Support Workers (Band 3) Worcestershire Royal Hospital Worcester Royal Hospital are looking to recruit highly motivated, experienced and dedicated personnel for the position of Senior Theatre Support Worker. Candidates will need to demonstrate 12 months experience in the peri-operative setting and have completed the care certificate course. We provide a wide range of surgical specialities including Emergency Surgery, Trauma and Orthopaedics, Vascular, ENT, Gynaecology, Obstetrics and Paediatric specialities. Candidates will need to have a flexible attitude to work, have a great team focus and be a positive and supportive role model for new and junior members of staff. Your role will be in supporting the theatre teams and providing patient centred care throughout the perioperative journey. You will be experienced in circulating for the scrub team, safely handling specimens, organising, preparing equipment and escorting patients. Worcester Royal Hospital has 10 theatres, and the department provides a 7-day, 24-hour service. The role requires you work earlys, lates, nights, weekends and on-calls. Part-time and flexible working will be considered dependant on experience. We have a genuine desire to support staff development and have great opportunities for career progression. Main duties of the job A Band 3 Senior Support Worker in theatres plays a vital role in delivering safe, efficient, and compassionate perioperative care. Their responsibilities include escorting patients to and from theatre, preparing them for anaesthesia, and providing reassurance throughout their surgical journey. In the circulating role, they act as the essential bridge between the sterile surgical team and the wider theatre. This includes preparing and positioning equipment, ensuring all necessary instruments and consumables are available, maintaining a safe environment and responding promptly to the needs of the scrub team. They also assist in cleaning and preparing the operating theatre before and after procedures, upholding infection control and hygiene standards. Managing and replenishing stock is essential to ensure theatres are always ready for upcoming procedures. The role involves verifying patient documentation, participating in WHO surgical safety checklists, and escalating any concerns to senior staff to ensure patient safety. Working cohesively with nurses, ODPs, anaesthetists, and surgeons is vital to support smooth and efficient theatre operations. Additionally, they may contribute to the training and supervision of junior staff, students, and new team members to help develop a skilled and confident workforce. About us Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond. The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester Our workforce is more than 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be one of them. We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us. Our values, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do. Being open and honest Ensuring people feel cared for Showing respect to everyone We are proud to have achieved Timewise accreditation - this means we are committed to embedding flexible working within our organisation as a flex positive employer. DBS Checks and Costs Any applicants who are offered posts requiring a DBS check as part of their employment check will have the cost of this check (at the current rate) deducted from their salary. Please see link in Supporting Information section for more details on DBS checks and costs. Details Date posted 07 July 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,625 to £25,674 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number C9365-25-0621 Job locations Charles Hastings Way Worcester Worcestershire WR5 1DDJob description Job responsibilitiesJOB DESCRIPTION Post Title: Senior Theatre Support Worker Pay Band: Band 3 Hours: Full Time/ Part Time Contract: Permanent Location / Department: Trustwide Theatres Accountable to: Senior Theatre Matron Reports to: Team Leader Ref: 2025 Key Working Relationships: Internal:Patients, theatre personnel, anaesthetists, surgeons and surgical teams. External:Visitors to theatres, relatives, ward personnel, housekeeping, portering and estates Teams. Liaises With:Theatre team leaders, theatre nurses/ODPs and senior theatre support workers. Risk Assessment:This post involves manual handling activities and a risk of exposure to bodily fluids and chemicals, will involve some computer screen work and individuals may be required to work under pressure in emergency situations. Job Purpose: Support qualified staff in delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining a safe, effective environment, working under their guidance and supervision. Participate as a team member in various clinical and non-clinical tasks within the theatre support worker role. Guide and support less experienced support workers, students, and newly qualified theatre staff within the scope of the Theatre Support Worker role. Key Duties: Complete required documentation, including theatre records, cleaning logs, and specimen records. Prepare the operating environment for clinical activities under professional direction. Facilitate communication with patients, relatives, colleagues, and visitors. Assist with patient transfers, ensuring safety, dignity, and comfort. Monitor and report patient conditions to the appropriate team members. Support stock rotation, equipment care, and efficient resource use. Assist with applying tourniquets, diathermy ground plates, and other equipment. Respond promptly to clinical emergencies as directed. Support the Scrub Practitioner with swab, sharps and instrument counts. Maintain a clean and safe clinical environment, adhering to infection control protocols. Dispose of waste following trust policies and report faults to the team leader. Greet and direct visitors, answer bleeps, and answer telephone calls professionally. Participate in meetings, training, and development activities. Report incidents, accidents, or complaints to the manager and via the Datix system. Adhere to all trust policies to ensure a safe and effective work environment. General duties: Follow IT policies regarding email and internet usage. Take responsibility for personal health and safety and that of others. Participate in appraisals, training, and personal development activities. Contribute to continuous improvement of services and team performance. Engage in learning from incidents, complaints, and successes to enhance care quality. Senior theatre support workers will be expected to take key link roles within the department and ensure that all skills and relevant information are communicated to the theatre team. Assist in the care of theatre equipment, table fittings etc. reporting any faults to the team leader To assist with the personal care and comfort of the patients and to maintain the patients safety, dignity and privacy at all times acting as the patients advocate during perioperative care To act always in a manner which promotes positive working relationships and maintains the professional image of the trust Job description Job responsibilitiesJOB DESCRIPTION Post Title: Senior Theatre Support Worker Pay Band: Band 3 Hours: Full Time/ Part Time Contract: Permanent Location / Department: Trustwide Theatres Accountable to: Senior Theatre Matron Reports to: Team Leader Ref: 2025 Key Working Relationships: Internal:Patients, theatre personnel, anaesthetists, surgeons and surgical teams. External:Visitors to theatres, relatives, ward personnel, housekeeping, portering and estates Teams. Liaises With:Theatre team leaders, theatre nurses/ODPs and senior theatre support workers. Risk Assessment:This post involves manual handling activities and a risk of exposure to bodily fluids and chemicals, will involve some computer screen work and individuals may be required to work under pressure in emergency situations. Job Purpose: Support qualified staff in delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining a safe, effective environment, working under their guidance and supervision. Participate as a team member in various clinical and non-clinical tasks within the theatre support worker role. Guide and support less experienced support workers, students, and newly qualified theatre staff within the scope of the Theatre Support Worker role. Key Duties: Complete required documentation, including theatre records, cleaning logs, and specimen records. Prepare the operating environment for clinical activities under professional direction. Facilitate communication with patients, relatives, colleagues, and visitors. Assist with patient transfers, ensuring safety, dignity, and comfort. Monitor and report patient conditions to the appropriate team members. Support stock rotation, equipment care, and efficient resource use. Assist with applying tourniquets, diathermy ground plates, and other equipment. Respond promptly to clinical emergencies as directed. Support the Scrub Practitioner with swab, sharps and instrument counts. Maintain a clean and safe clinical environment, adhering to infection control protocols. Dispose of waste following trust policies and report faults to the team leader. Greet and direct visitors, answer bleeps, and answer telephone calls professionally. Participate in meetings, training, and development activities. Report incidents, accidents, or complaints to the manager and via the Datix system. Adhere to all trust policies to ensure a safe and effective work environment. General duties: Follow IT policies regarding email and internet usage. Take responsibility for personal health and safety and that of others. Participate in appraisals, training, and personal development activities. Contribute to continuous improvement of services and team performance. Engage in learning from incidents, complaints, and successes to enhance care quality. Senior theatre support workers will be expected to take key link roles within the department and ensure that all skills and relevant information are communicated to the theatre team. Assist in the care of theatre equipment, table fittings etc. reporting any faults to the team leader To assist with the personal care and comfort of the patients and to maintain the patients safety, dignity and privacy at all times acting as the patients advocate during perioperative care To act always in a manner which promotes positive working relationships and maintains the professional image of the trust Person Specification Skills/ Knowledge EssentialGood verbal, literacy and communication skills Ability to maintain accurate and legible records Computer literate (use of IT software packages e.g. Word, Email) Understanding of manual handling practices and policies Awareness of Health and Safety DesirableAbility to anticipate the needs of the perioperative team Competence in handling and preparing surgical instruments Understanding of instrument sterilisation and de-contamination Qualifications EssentialBasic standard of education including Maths and English Grade C GCSE or equivalent or willingness to complete Functional Skills Level 2 on appointment Good Mandatory training record e.g BLS and Manual Handling Completed National Care Certificate for healthcare workers DesirableHealthcare related qualification Other Job Requirements EssentialEnhanced disclosure clearance Excellent attendance and time keeping Willing to work across hospital sites within scope of practice as and when required Able to work and cope with rotating shift patterns - early, late, night shifts over seven days of the week and on-call as necessary Personal Qualities EssentialGood interpersonal skills Ability to work with a team Effective communication skills written and verbal Self-confidence with an approachable persona Self-awareness in assessing own knowledge, competence and boundaries Respectful of diversity and inclusion in care DesirableAbility to identify own personal development needs Flexible and adaptable to a change in clinical demands. Experience EssentialExperience of working within the peri-operative setting DesirableExperience of shift working Experience of supporting junior members of staff Participating in audit, stock control or quality improvement initiative. Person Specification Skills/ Knowledge EssentialGood verbal, literacy and communication skills Ability to maintain accurate and legible records Computer literate (use of IT software packages e.g. Word, Email) Understanding of manual handling practices and policies Awareness of Health and Safety DesirableAbility to anticipate the needs of the perioperative team Competence in handling and preparing surgical instruments Understanding of instrument sterilisation and de-contamination Qualifications EssentialBasic standard of education including Maths and English Grade C GCSE or equivalent or willingness to complete Functional Skills Level 2 on appointment Good Mandatory training record e.g BLS and Manual Handling Completed National Care Certificate for healthcare workers DesirableHealthcare related qualification Other Job Requirements EssentialEnhanced disclosure clearance Excellent attendance and time keeping Willing to work across hospital sites within scope of practice as and when required Able to work and cope with rotating shift patterns - early, late, night shifts over seven days of the week and on-call as necessary Personal Qualities EssentialGood interpersonal skills Ability to work with a team Effective communication skills written and verbal Self-confidence with an approachable persona Self-awareness in assessing own knowledge, competence and boundaries Respectful of diversity and inclusion in care DesirableAbility to identify own personal development needs Flexible and adaptable to a change in clinical demands. Experience EssentialExperience of working within the peri-operative setting DesirableExperience of shift working Experience of supporting junior members of staff Participating in audit, stock control or quality improvement initiative. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust Address Charles Hastings Way Worcester Worcestershire WR5 1DDEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust Address Charles Hastings Way Worcester Worcestershire WR5 1DDEmployer's website(Opens in a new tab)#J-18808-Ljbffr