Job summaryBank Theatre Practitioner (Operating Department Practitioner/ Registered Nurse)
The Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital is seeking skilled Theatre Practitioners (Registered Nurses or Operating Department Practitioners) to join our NNUH Bank (Temporary Workforce) and work shifts within our Main Theatres team. In this role, you will provide safe and effective peri-operative care, contributing to the smooth running of theatre lists and supporting high standards of patient safety, dignity and confidentiality. You will work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and demonstrate flexibility in undertaking a range of theatre duties across anaesthetic and surgical specialities.
We are looking for practitioners with current NMC or HCPC registration, recent peri-operative experience, and a commitment to maintaining professional competence. In return, joining the NNUH Temporary Workforce offers flexibility and the opportunity to gain valuable experience across a range of specialities in a supportive environment. If you share our PRIDE values of People-focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence, we welcome your application to support our team in delivering outstanding patient care.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for roles within Temporary Workforce.Main duties of the job- Work as a competent practitioner, contributing to the development of the multidisciplinary team, ensuring the most effective utilisation of resources.
- Undertake a full range of theatre duties appropriate to the specialty by providing skilled assistance in the anaesthetic and surgical role.
- Be personally accountable for undertaking a range of enhanced skills specific to the clinical area in accordance with trust Policy.
- Assess, monitor and evaluate the care needs of the peri-operative patient,gaining the comprehensive understanding of the patient's condition andreporting effectively to the appropriate person.
- Maintain and ensure that patient safety, comfort, dignity and confidentiality remains paramount.
- Display a professional attitude by developing and maintaining good working relationships, communication and teamwork with all disciplines, both within the Department and with other relevant Departments in the Trust.
- Support and encourage the concept of team working and development of trust, integrity, honesty and sharing within the multi-disciplinary team.
- Ensure that all practice is in accordance with established procedures and protocols and conform with the unit's Operational Policy.
About usJoin us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
DetailsDate posted: 06 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Bank
Working pattern: Flexible working
Reference number: 234-26-TS012-ODP-08
Job locations: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Colney Lane, Norwich, NR4 7UY, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Explore all aspects of our hiring process with the attached detailed flow chart, which provides a thorough insight into each pivotal stage.
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential- Recent experience of practice in a perioperative environment in a UK setting
Desirable- Knowledge/experience of relevant speciality
- Experience of managing / leading a team and co-ordinating workload
Attitude, aptitudeEssential- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
Skills, abilities and knowledgeEssential- Competency in clinical skills including enhanced practice relevant to the level of experience and clinical area
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development and maintenance of a Personal, Professional Profile
Qualifications/training and professional developmentEssential- Registered Nurse/ Operating Department Practitioner on the appropriate part of the NMC/ Health Professional Council Register
- Completion of a preceptorship programme or significant demonstrable experience.
Desirable- Post registration qualification relevant to the clinical area
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer detailsEmployer name: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address: Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Colney Lane, Norwich, NR4 7UY, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Temporary Workforce, Temporary Workforce Recruitment Team, office.staffbank@nnuh.nhs.uk, 01603288877
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.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
