Theatre Healthcare Assistant
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust · Healthcare Assistant · viaNHS Jobs
£25,760–£27,476 a year
- Closing date
- 26 Nov 2026
- Posted
- 1d ago
- Specialism
- Healthcare Assistant
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Reference
- nhs-5725198
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Job summary
To assist qualified staff to meet individual patient's needs and maintain a healthy theatre environment. Will be required to take part in internal rotation and on calls.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Surgical Theatres. We currently have opportunity for a Theatre Healthcare AssistantWe have a dedicated Education and Training team who will facilitate a robust induction programme. Development will be integral part of this role and would suit those who wish to pursue careers within the operating theatres.
PLEASE NOTE: If a high number of applications are received the post may close earlier than advertised.
About us
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.
As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents -it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.
Details
Date posted
13 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year weekend shifts
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
382-SWC173-26
Job locations
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Whinney Heys
Blackpool
FY3 8NR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
- a) Maintenance of asepsis
Understand the Control of Infection Policy
Checking procedures and trace ability labels.
Open packs and supplementary items using aseptic technique
Gown up scrub team.
Understand how to move around theatre during procedures.
- b) Circulating Duties
Demonstrate knowledge of The Count policy.
Maintain perioperative documentation use of traceability
system
Good communication skills, understanding the chain of command.
Anticipation of scrub teams requirements.
Connection of air supply/diathermy.
Opening and delivery of sterile packs and supplementaries onto the sterile
field in an aseptic manner.
- c) Anaesthetic Room Duties
Communicate with the patient and Qualified Practitioners & Medical Staff
in a sympathetic and timely manner.
Assist with positioning of the patient.
Assist with preparation of the patient.
Assist with documentation.
Check, rotate and replace stock as required.
Assist with the setting up of peri-operative environment for
emergency/routine cases.
Job responsibilities
-
- a) Maintenance of asepsis
Understand the Control of Infection Policy
Checking procedures and trace ability labels.
Open packs and supplementary items using aseptic technique
Gown up scrub team.
Understand how to move around theatre during procedures.
- b) Circulating Duties
Demonstrate knowledge of The Count policy.
Maintain perioperative documentation use of traceability
system
Good communication skills, understanding the chain of command.
Anticipation of scrub teams requirements.
Connection of air supply/diathermy.
Opening and delivery of sterile packs and supplementaries onto the sterile
field in an aseptic manner.
- c) Anaesthetic Room Duties
Communicate with the patient and Qualified Practitioners & Medical Staff
in a sympathetic and timely manner.
Assist with positioning of the patient.
Assist with preparation of the patient.
Assist with documentation.
Check, rotate and replace stock as required.
Assist with the setting up of peri-operative environment for
emergency/routine cases.
What you need to do now
Applications are handled by Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust on their own site — BOQQS does not collect CVs or hold your application. This listing closes on 26 Nov 2026.
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