Theatre Practitioner

Job summary
We are currently looking to recruit an Theatre Practitioner (ODP/RN) (Must be UK recognised qualification) to join us as part of our friendly and enthusiastic theatre team.

The post holder is responsible for the provision of high quality, patient focused care as a member of the operating department team, based on the assessment of each individual patient's needs .

We offer a busy and exciting work environment and we are committed to the support and training of our staff. You will need to be highly motivated, enthusiasticand possess excellent communication skills. We require individuals who are forward thinking and well organised with a positive attitude towards flexibility and change.

Main duties of the job
To act within the NMC (Registered Nurse) / HCPC (Registered ODP) Code of Conduct and NMC (Registered Nurse) guidelines and work within the policies and guidelines set out by The Queen Elizabeth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

Provide and deliver a high standard of care through the assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating individual patients' needs based on evidence and working in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team.

To work effectively as part of the multi-disciplinary team and provide a high quality and safe standard of patient care.

Act as an advocate for patients where necessary whilst respecting their privacy and dignity within a caring environment.

To provide expert, skilled assistance in the scrubbed role and circulating role with the Operating Department.

About us
There's never been a more exciting time to join TeamQEH. We're working on a once in a generation opportunity to build a new state-of-the-art hospital due to open in 2031/32 and we are also carrying out on one of the biggest pieces of digital transformation work we've ever undertaken.

Our new electronic patient record (EPR) will replace paper-based patient records from 2026 and will lead to better, safer, joined-up care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and beyond.

At The QEH we provide a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics and community-based services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambs and South Lincs.

We are an ambitious organisation that upholds our values of kindness, wellness and fairness. We strive for continuous quality improvement, recently demonstrated in our 2024 CQC maternity inspection rating our services as 'Good', and we are proud to be a place to learn and grow through recognised learning and apprenticeships.

We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers, priding ourselves on a community atmosphere and positive team spirit. We have approx. 530 beds across 33 wards and have newly built education and training facilities, a range of modern award-winning centres alongside a talented team of people ready to give you a warm welcome. We love working here and think you will too.

Details
Date posted: 21 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
Per annum Pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 426-422-26MP
Job locations: The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gayton Road, King's Lynn, PE30 4ET, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
For further details about this post, please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification
Qualifications/training and professional development

• Registered Nurse or ODP
• Member of the UK NMC or HCPC
• Evidence of further continued professional development

Experience

• Experience at band 5 theatre practitioner with relevant clinical experience pertinent to the role.
• Teaching and staff development.

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and able to motivate others
• Proven clinical skills and related knowledge in relevant area
• Ability to work under pressure

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHSFT
Address: The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gayton Road, King's Lynn, PE30 4ET, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Team Leader
Chris Dobbs
chris.dobbs@qehkl.nhs.uk
01553613613

Supporting documents
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