Job summary
We are seeking to appoint a full time Operating Department Practitioner or Registered Anaesthetic Nurse to join the Heavitree Day Case Team. The post holder will work closely with the Day Surgery team to deliver a high quality, safe service for patients undergoing surgical procedures. This includes supporting the peri operative patient pathway and contributing to difficult airway management, with full training and support provided.

The post holder will be responsible and accountable for delivering care to adult and paediatric surgical patients without direct supervision. They must adhere to Trust policies and procedures and work effectively as part of the multidisciplinary team within the Day Surgery Unit. In addition, they will be expected to participate in the training and development of students and other team members.

Salary £32,073 to £39,043 a year pro rata
Band: Band 5
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 185-734-14506
Closing date: 27 October 2026

Job description
We are seeking to appoint dynamic, dedicated registered operating department practitioner / registered anaesthetic nurse.

The successful candidate will plan and manage the implementation of individual care programmes for patients undergoing surgery, working as part of the multidisciplinary team within the Day Surgery Unit. You will also need the flexibility to support the Day Surgery Units in Exmouth and Tiverton, as well as main theatres, when required. You will play a key role in delivering high quality care within a professional, supportive and friendly environment, with full training and ongoing support provided by our Clinical Educators.

This post requires enthusiasm, motivation, excellent communication skills and a commitment to working flexibly within a multidisciplinary team. The role also offers an excellent work-life balance, with no unsociable hours such as weekends, bank holidays or night shifts.

Heavitree Day Case Unit comprises three theatres and a pain suite. The Royal Devon has secured a £20m investment from NHS England to develop a Centre of Excellence for Day Surgery, which will include two additional theatres for both children and adults at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Heavitree).

The Heavitree Day Case Unit provides a wide range of day case surgical procedures across multiple specialties, including Upper GI, Orthopaedics, Plastics, Urology, ENT (Adults and Paediatrics), Maxillofacial surgery and pain procedures, including permanent spinal cord implant surgery.

The Unit currently operates from 07:30 to 19:00, with plans to extend opening hours to 20:00 to support theatre lists across specialties under general, regional and local anaesthesia.

Working Pattern: Full and part time hours available. Unit open: 08:00-18:00 and plans are underway to close the unit at 20.00 hours.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Viji Pandurangan, Clinical Nurse Manager on 01394405203 or Shimmy Thomas/Tania Holdcroft, Theatre Sisters on 01392405306/5294

Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

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.