Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the correct candidate to join our Theatre scrub team.

The post is suitable for either an ODP or Nurse with experience in surgical scrub role.

Our new theatre suite designed for Day Case & Inpatients, boasts state of the art equipment and staffing levels that provide an exemplary environment where best practice can be achieved.

Our specialities (Adult & Paediatric, elective and emergency) include: General, Trauma & Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, Urology, Vascular, ENT, Dental, Farage & Maternity.

At Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust your skills are recognised and appreciated.

Benefits

• Improved working/life balance
• Typical finish on time
• Electronic rostering, produced 5-8 weeks in advance
• Planned annual leave in advance
• Buddy system: work alongside an AR team member each day

Training/Communication

• Monthly training sessions
• Team statistics: 50% achieved mentorship and 60% level 6 study
• Anaesthetic and Theatre Simulation Training (Sim Man and In-situ): practice scenarios
• Monthly team meetings/updates

Enhancements

• Planned volunteer overtime
• Preferential WLI rates

Main duties of the job
Accountable within the theatre team to ensure that the standard of patient care is of a high level, quality being of prime importance. To adhere to and practice within the Nursing and Midwifery Code of Professional Conduct and Health and Care Professions Council's standards. Ensure adherence to agreed Trust policies.

The position is primarily a theatre scrub practitioner although some rotation and flexibility will be required to meet service needs. The post-holder will be called upon, occasionally to take charge of the unit/area. The post holder will be expected to participate in internal rotation, weekend, unsocial hours and on call duties.

The post holder will act be part of a clinical team provided to ensure that clinical care of patients and others using the service receive an efficient and quality service. The post offers the opportunity to further develop clinical and non-clinical skills within the team. They will also be encouraged to take other lead roles within the team. Uphold the Trust's values and behaviours, maintaining public and colleague confidence. Maintain professional and courteous working relationships with staff and respect the equality and diversity of each person he/she meets. Uphold the privacy and dignity of the patient and always respect the equality of patients.

About us
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.

As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resorts, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents, it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.

Details
Date posted: 04 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 382-SWC158-26
Closing date: 15 November 2026

Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities include managing activities to meet requirements, supporting the efficient use of resources, managing and developing people, promoting information to support decision making, and promoting the importance and benefits of quality. Apply through our website for the full Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification
Essential qualifications: HCPC or NMC Registration
Desirable qualifications: Mentorship; Advanced Life Support Qualification
Essential experience: Evidence of continuous professional development; Anaesthetic Experience; Recovery Experience
Desirable experience: Experience in undertaking preceptorship/Mentorship
Essential skills and attributes: Excellent communication skills; Ability to work within Trust policies; Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes; Ability to work as part of a team; Ability to establish priorities; Leadership; Good time management; Basic I.T. skills; Decision maker; Problem solver; Basic Life Support
Essential job requirements: Participate in on call, unsocial hours and night working

Employer contact details
Questions about the job: Senior Lead Theatre Practitioner, Siji Kooran, siji.kooran@nhs.net, 01253955870

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome to apply and will be considered alongside all other applications. Applicants must hold current UK professional registration.