Decontamination Technician

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. Croydon Health Services NHS Trust Decontamination Technician The closing date is 29 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Decontamination Technician Band 2 *Please do not apply for this role if you have previously applied in the last six months* We are looking for a enthusiastic person for the role above to join our team in Croydon. 1. Accurately checking back into the department instruments that have been used in patient operations, decontamination, inspection, assembly, packing, sterilisation and distribution. This will involve learning about the safety and operational aspects of machinery used in the departments.2. To comply with all reasonable requests made by a Supervisor, Manager or designated Decontamination Technician.3. To complete all paperwork correctly, legibly and on time. Particular attention is paid to accounting for each instrument / item on the Tray List / Pack Specification.4. To inform a Supervisor when any raw material stocks are becoming low.5. To actively participate in the appraisal system in accordance with Trust policy. Interview Date TBC Main duties of the job To assist in the reprocessing and distribution of medical and surgical reusable devices for use in patient. After a qualifying period the post holder will be expected to occasionally work on their own and participate in the on-call. To work at all times in accordance with the department's Quality Management System. To demonstrate a flexible "can do" attitude and respond to major incidents. This role involves manual handling, exposure to blood and bodily fluids, and working with chemicals and machinery. There is no involvement with patients. About us Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity. Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children's Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital. Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. As well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development. Details Date posted 16 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £30,142 a year per annum incl of HCAS (Outer) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 199-8316806-NA-B Job locations Croydon University Hospital NHS Trust 530 London Road London CR7 7YE United King