Theatre Practitioner - Anesthetics

Job summary

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional care in a fast-paced and innovative perioperative environment? Whether you're newly qualified or an experienced HCPC-registered Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) or Registered Nurse (RN) trained in anaesthetics, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dynamic team at Cambridge University Hospitals.

CUH Theatres, covering both Addenbrooke's and the Rosie Hospitals, is one of the largest and most advanced perioperative care services in the UK. Our team of over 600 staff support 40 state-of-the-art theatres, including 22 in our Main Theatres alone, which are split across three specialist units. We deliver some of the most complex and life-changing procedures available, including neurosurgery, major trauma, specialist paediatrics, complex cancer and obstetric surgeries. We are also the largest and only comprehensive adult solid organ transplant as well as multi-visceral transplant centre in the UK, offering a unique opportunity to work alongside internationally recognised surgical teams at the hospital that pioneered transplant surgery.

In 2024/25, we performed over 39,000 surgeries and are on track to maintain this level of surgical activity this year, reflecting both the scale and impact of our service. Working in our theatres means being part of a team that delivers across multiple complex specialties, making a real difference to patients from across the region and beyond.

Main duties of the job

To work as part of the multidisciplinary team, providing safe and effective care for patients during the Perioperative period.

To undertake the management of a defined clinical area in accordance with own competence and level of experience when required.

To participate as an integral member of the theatre team.

Participate in the supervision and training of students and junior staff.

We are committed to developing our staff and offer outstanding educational opportunities, including the PGCert in core areas of perioperative care, as well as clear pathways for further academic and professional development up to Master's level. Whether you're looking to grow your expertise or build a long-term career in perioperative care, CUH provides the platform and support to help you thrive.

If you're ready to be part of something extraordinary, apply today and take the next step in your career with Cambridge University Hospitals.

About us

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.

Details

Date posted

06 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year p.a. pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

180-A-253139

Job locations

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division A

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment

For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritised over those not at risk. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 20th October 2025

Interviews are due to be held on 29th October 2025

Benefits to you

At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.

On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.

CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.

Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment- or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment

For NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough based roles, all applicants from NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who have identified that they are at risk of redundancy will be prioritised over those not at risk. However, interviews cannot be guaranteed.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 20th October 2025

Interviews are due to be held on 29th October 2025

Benefits to you

At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.

On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only caf, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.

CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.

Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RN/ ODA/ODP
• Evidence of continued professional development
• NMC of HCPC active registration or awaiting registration number
• Evidence of completed formal Anaesthetic training

Desirable

• Relevant Teaching and assessing qualification (or must be willing to work towards whilst in post)
• Evidence of accurate documentation and reporting

Experience

Essential

• Clinically current in Perioperative practice
• Relevant perioperative teaching and management experience required for senior Band 5 practitioners

Desirable

• Evidence of supervision/mentoring of learners and junior staff
• Experience of managing a clinical area

Knowledge

Essential

• Good communication skills both written and verbal, capable of working as an integral member of a team
• Ability to prioritise workload
• NMC code of conduct guidelines
• HCPC code of conduct guidelines

Desirable

• Awareness of WHO Surgical Safety checklist

Skills

Essential

• Committed to staff support. Highly motivated. Willing to develop perioperative practice
• Flexible and adaptable to changing situations due to both workload and colleague need

Desirable

• Willingness to accept alternative shift times
• Willingness to undertake additional roles
• Committed to the development of junior staff

Additional Requirements

Essential

• The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
• Willingness to undertake additional roles and to share knowledge with students and junior staff
• Calm attitude and ability to recognise and deal with stress
• Reliable

Desirable

• Has an understanding of the three main areas of trust priorities: oImproving patient care oSupporting our staff oBuilding for the future

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RN/ ODA/ODP
• Evidence of continued professional development
• NMC of HCPC active registration or awaiting registration number
• Evidence of completed formal Anaesthetic training

Desirable

• Relevant Teaching and assessing qualification (or must be willing to work towards whilst in post)
• Evidence of accurate documentation and reporting

Experience

Essential

• Clinically current in Perioperative practice
• Relevant perioperative teaching and management experience required for senior Band 5 practitioners

Desirable

• Evidence of supervision/mentoring of learners and junior staff
• Experience of managing a clinical area

Knowledge

Essential

• Good communication skills both written and verbal, capable of working as an integral member of a team
• Ability to prioritise workload
• NMC code of conduct guidelines
• HCPC code of conduct guidelines

Desirable

• Awareness of WHO Surgical Safety checklist

Skills

Essential

• Committed to staff support. Highly motivated. Willing to develop perioperative practice
• Flexible and adaptable to changing situations due to both workload and colleague need

Desirable

• Willingness to accept alternative shift times
• Willingness to undertake additional roles
• Committed to the development of junior staff

Additional Requirements

Essential

• The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
• Willingness to undertake additional roles and to share knowledge with students and junior staff
• Calm attitude and ability to recognise and deal with stress
• Reliable

Desirable

• Has an understanding of the three main areas of trust priorities: oImproving patient care oSupporting our staff oBuilding for the future

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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division A

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital-Division A

Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ

Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)