Senior Anaesthetic Theatre Practitioner (ODP/RGN)

University Hospitals Sussex; Brighton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Foundation Trust in Brighton seeks a Senior Anaesthetic Theatre Practitioner for a 12-month maternity cover. You will join the cardiac team, providing care for patients undergoing surgeries. Comprehensive training is offered even without prior cardiac experience. This role values diversity and aims to create an inclusive environment, while supporting your professional development throughout your career.

Benefits

Flexible working

Wellbeing programme

Supportive teaching environment

Qualifications

• Current UK NMC/HCPC registration.
• Experience working in an acute theatre setting.
• Substantial experience at Band 5 or 6 in theatres.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients undergoing planned cardiac surgeries.
• Act as a role model providing specialist knowledge.
• Ensure safety and quality care for patients.

Skills

Anaesthetic skills

Mentorship

Team coordination

Patient care

Education

Recognised Theatre Qualification RGN/ODP

Job description

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Senior Anaesthetic Theatre Practitioner (ODP/RGN)

Band 6

Main area Specialist Division Grade Band 6 Contract Fixed term: 12 months (Maternity cover) Hours

• Full time
• Flexible working

37.5 hours per week (On call commitment) Job ref 279-7623620-DEC25

Employer University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Sussex County Hospital Town Brighton Salary £38,682 - £46,580 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 24/12/2025 23:59

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values . We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance – because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research , we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

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We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Job overview

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC/HCPC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses

Sussex cardiac centre is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our Anaesthetic team as band 6 practitioner, to cover maternity leave for 12 months. However, there is a strong possibility of this becoming a permanent position.

Previous experience working within cardiac theatres is not essential, as we offer a comprehensive training package.

We pride ourselves in delivering high quality patient care and are committed to providing continual personal and professional development.

Our Cardiac theatres comprise of 2 operating theatres, 1 hybrid theatre and catheter labs.

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.

Main duties of the job

The role is for an anaesthetic practitioner caring for patients undergoing planned cardiac surgery. We also provide an emergency service for patients requiring life saving interventions .

On call commitment is required to provide a 24 hour service. This commitment attracts an extra payment.

Provide a quality service with responsibility for patient safety and standards of care, ensuring the provision of evidence based care by being a role model providing specialist knowledge within theatre practice.

Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust or UHSussex and you are applying to accept this position as a secondment opportunity, before applying you must seek agreement and authorisation from your current Trust/Manager. Secondments can’t be agreed without this approval. If you are unable to gain approval you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed term position.

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Clinical:

• To act as a competent practitioner demonstrating specialist knowledge, skills and expertise within the area of work and within the context of changing health care provision.
• Work clinically developing/implementing evidence based practice within the designated clinical area of expertise in conjunction with Lead Practitioners, Theatre Manager. Ensure a multi professional focus, have the ability to facilitate, initiate, manage and evaluate change in practice to improve quality of care.
• In conjunction with Lead Practitioners, ensure that a supportive teaching and learning environment is in place within their area on a day-to-day basis.
• In conjunction with Lead Practitioners, ensure that all staff work to their required level of clinical and professional competence whilst adhering to their NMC and HPC professional codes of conduct. Ensure all staff are developed to attain competence as highlighted at appraisal.
• In conjunction with Lead Practitioners, ensure that quality of patient care is assured by involvement in the implementation, maintenance and development of:-

High Impact Interventions

NICE guidance

• Ensure that all clinical environments reflect a high standard of cleanliness and be proactive in response to any issues raised through cleaning audits, infection control audits or patient environment inspections.

See JD and PS for full details.

Person specification

• Recognised Theatre Qualification RGN/ODP
• Able to demonstrate current skills in’s anaesthetics
• Experience working within an acute setting
• Substantial experience as a band 5 in acute theatre setting
• Recognised Mentorship qualification or equivalent
• Experience or working at Band 6 level
• Cardiac anaesthetic experience
• Experience as a band 6, co ordinating teams

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.

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Name Layla Ward Job title ODP Lead cardiac theatres Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01273 67276 Additional information

If you would like to discuss the role, please contact Layla Ward‑theatre

01273 696955 ext. 67276