Theatre Assistant

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Spire Healthcare Ltd Theatre Assistant The closing date is 06 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary As a key member of the theatre team, you will support the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. Your responsibilities will include Supporting Nurses and Consultants during surgical procedures. Main duties of the job Assisting Scrub Nurses within operating theatres. Supporting patients within the anaesthetic room. Safely transporting patients to and from theatre and wards. Opening sterile packs and preparing equipment for procedures. Preparing, checking and handling surgical instruments. Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, infection prevention and control. Contributing to a safe, efficient and high-quality theatre environment. Providing reassurance and support to patients throughout their theatre experience. About us "Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services." Our vision is to be recognised as a world class healthcare business bringing together the best people who are dedicated to developing excellent clinical environments and delivering the highest quality patient care. Our people are our difference. Their commitment, warmth, and pursuit of excellence are what truly set Spire Healthcare apart. For us, it's about more than treating patients - it's about genuinely caring for people. Details Date posted 05 October 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 29076 Job locations Eagle Way, Great Warley, Warley, Brentwood CM13 3LE Brentwood CM13 3LE United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Theatre Assistant | Spire Hartswood Hospital | Brentwood | Private Hospital | Operating Theatres Permanent | Full Time | 37.5 hours per week Are you passionate about patient care? Spire Hartswood Hospital is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Theatre Assistant to join our busy Operating Theatre team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a professional, supportive team and build a long-term career within one of the UK's leading independent healthcare providers. What You'll Be Doing: As a key member of the theatre team, you will support the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. Your responsibilities will include Supporting Nurses and Consultants during surgical procedures. Assisting Scrub Nurses within operating theatres. Supporting patients within the anaesthetic room. Safely transporting patients to and from theatre and wards. Opening sterile packs and preparing equipment for procedures. Preparing, checking and handling surgical instruments. Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, infection prevention and control. Contributing to a safe, efficient and high-quality theatre environment. Providing reassurance and support to patients throughout their theatre experience. Who We're Looking For We're looking for people who are: Passionate about patient care and making a difference. Keen to learn and develop new clinical skills. Compassiona