Job summary
- Main area
- Theatres
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 3
- Contract
- 12 months (Fixed term contract for 12 months)
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 223-HCT-728
- Employer
- The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
- Town
- Shrewsbury
- Salary
- £24,937 - £26,598 per annum / pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 13/10/2025 23:59
Employer heading

Healthcare Assistant - Theatres fixed term
NHS AfC: Band 3
Job overview
Join our Theatre team as a Healthcare Assistant!
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional patient care? We’re looking for compassionate individuals to join our Theatre Department as Healthcare Assistants.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a close-knit, supportive team where you'll play a vital role in the safe and smooth running of our theatres. You'll enjoy working as a team player and have a flexible attitude to meet service demands.
Previous experience is desirable, however relevant training to achieve the standards required will be given.
We are also welcoming applications from individuals who have completed health-related T-Levels or BTEC Health & Social Care courses.
**Please note** It is essential that you possess GCSEs Grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent in Maths and English in order to apply for this post.
Main duties of the job
Our theatres are entering an exciting phase of transformation, with new services and facilities planned across both sites—The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and The Princess Royal Hospital. If successful, you will be based at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, however there may be a requirement to occasionally work cross-site, depending on clinical need.
Working as part of a team you will provide exceptional care for each patient, only ever caring for one patient at a time, enabling you to ensure you are always doing your very best for every patient every time.
You'll play an essential role in the smooth running of our theatres and help us maintain our exceptional levels of care. Theatre HCA's assist the wider theatre team with the safe passage of patients through the surgical pathway.
The department currently provides a 24-hour, seven-day emergency surgical service cross-site. Therefore, flexibility and a commitment to an on-call shift system is essential.
Working for our organisation
Joining us, you'll be part of our “Grow Your Own” workforce programme. This provides clear routes into further development, including the Nursing Associate or Operating Department Practitioner apprenticeship.
You will be supported throughout your induction, with a dedicated Theatre Professional Development team, a personal ‘HCA Buddy’, and regular feedback to help you feel confident in your role.
If you’re ready to make a real difference and grow your career in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person specification
Skills
Essential criteria
- Evidence of effective verbal and written communication skills
- Evidence of the ability to work with a variety of teams
Qualification
Essential criteria
- GCSE Grade 9 -4 (A-C) or equivalent in Maths and English or Functional Skills level2 or equivalent
Desirable criteria
- Perioperative practice qualification
- NVQ Level 2 / Level 3 Diploma in a health-related subject
- Care certificate
Experience
Essential criteria
- Can demonstrate an understanding of what is required within the role of a Healthcare Assistant in Theatre
- Awareness of Trust Values
Desirable criteria
- Previous health care experience
- Previous experience as a Theatre HCA (or circulator)
- Work experience within theatre
Capabilities
Essential criteria
- Ability to work well independently under the supervision of others
Desirable criteria
- Ability to work under pressure
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Nicola Bell
- Job title
- Theatre Education Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01743 261112
- Additional information
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Shrewsbury Business Park
1 Douglas Court
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6LG
- Telephone
- 01743 492402
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