The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Theatre Recovery Team Leader
The closing date is 17 November 2026

Job summary
We are seeking to recruit a motivated, experienced, and highly skilled Recovery Practitioner to lead and coordinate the Recovery team within our busy Theatre Department. The post holder will lead and coordinate the Recovery team to ensure the smooth, effective and safe day-to-day running of the Theatre Recovery Department at RSH. Implementing effective communication and a positive working environment across multidisciplinary theatre environment. Expectations to deliver a high standard of service with patient safety and quality are a priority as we develop our theatre and recovery in anticipation of the changes within our department due to HTP.

You will be a member of the Recovery leadership team and will be expected to support the training and development of team members, helping to maintain high professional standards in line with our department policies and speciality requirements. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, as is a commitment to delivering excellent patient care. You must be able to demonstrate effective team working, working to the highest standards of evidence-based practice. The post holder must act as an expert resource for all clinical staff and students and must effectively participate in the supervision, training, and support of learners in Recovery.

The post holder will participate as an integral member of the leadership team, driving forward positive change, providing clear leadership and guidance to other staff.

Main duties of the job

• Act as a competent and confident clinical practitioner, providing expert guidance and support, ensuring that all clinical decisions are made with the highest standards of professionalism and patient safety.
• Deliver consistently high-quality, safe, and effective patient care in full compliance with Trust policies, departmental protocols, and standard operating procedures (SOPs), continuously monitoring and improving clinical outcomes.
• Take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Recovery Department, overseeing the safe and efficient coordination of operating lists, staffing, and other resources to maintain optimal theatre department functionality and patient throughput.
• Deputise for the theatre coordinator as required, maintaining seamless service continuity and demonstrating leadership presence to uphold operational standards and support the wider theatre management team.
• Maintain current clinical competencies and knowledge through continuous professional development, enabling flexible and responsive working in accordance with the evolving needs of the service and Trust objectives.

About us
The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital Theatre Department cares for patients undertaking a range of Major and Day Case procedures including Urology, Upper GI and Bariatric, Colo-Rectal, Orthopaedic Trauma, Vascular, Ophthalmology and Robotics. Additionally we run an Emergency CEPOD Theatre which runs 24 hours a day depending on the clinical needs of the department. Our department will soon be undergoing changes due to service reconfiguration due to HTP.

Together with our staff we have developed a set of values which form a framework for a positive and supportive environment for our patients, visitors, and staff. We believe that all candidates should be able to demonstrate and be equally dedicated in fulfilling these values to be successful in their application.

Details
Date posted: 10 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 223-TRL-834
Job locations: The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 8QX, United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• RGN, Paediatric specialties RSCN, Operating Theatres RGN or Registered ODP
• Evidence of Continuing Professional development / qualification relevant to area of speciality.

Experience and Knowledge
Essential

• Appropriate clinical skills, knowledge and experience.
• Leadership ability.
• Teaching ability.
• An awareness and understanding of nursing/department policy and practice relevant to speciality.

Desirable

• Extensive post Registration experience in peri-operative care at Band 6 level.
• Evidence of co-ordinating, managing and leading the team in out of hours service delivery.
• Undertake preceptor /practice educator/assessor role.
• Evidence of successfully co-ordinating, managing and leading the team on a day-to-day basis.
• Involvement in Nursing audit and Research.

Skills and Ability
Essential

• Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team setting.
• Evidence of excellent communication skills including verbal, non verbal and written.
• Evidence of excellent Patient documentation and record keeping skills.
• Positive attitude to change with a proven ability to assist senior staff in the implementation of change and practice development.
• Microsoft office PC and EPR skills.

Other
Essential

• Awareness of professional and personal limitations.
• Ability to act as a positive role model to other members of the team.
• Strong team worker.
• Flexible and Adaptable in approach.

Desirable

• Ability to work flexibly to provide 24-hour cover.

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address: The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Mytton Oak Road, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3 8QX, United Kingdom
Employer's website: http://www.sath.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Theatre Co-ordinator Pippa Howard, philippa.howard1@nhs.net, 01743261000

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