University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Band 2 Theatre Support Worker

The closing date is 21 January 2026

Job summary

To work as an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team assisting with patient care activities under the direct supervision of a registered Theatre Practitioner. Following appropriate training and assessment of competence undertake identified and delegated clinical and non-clinical duties.

The post holder will undertake the movement of patients, equipment and designated items throughout the hospital and will contribute to the maintenance of a clean and safe working environment.

The post holder will uphold the trust values and is expected to behave at all times in a way that demonstrates commitment to the delivery of thoughtful, compassionate patient care and continuous improvement of patient care quality, outcomes and experience.

******Although you will be trained within all areas of the role, we are seeking individuals to predominantly focus on patient transfers which will involve collecting patients from wards and taking patients back to wards in their beds*******

Main duties of the job

Assist with the care and treatment of patients whilst in the department promoting patient safety, comfort, privacy and dignity and confidentiality.

Obtain consent from patients prior to conducting any intervention and where this is withheld seek advice or support from a registered practitioner.

Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control practice by adhering to policies and procedures and supporting the maintenance of a clean clinical environment.

When required undertake collection and delivery of items within the Trust (Blood products, specimens ,instrumentation

Escort patients, visitors and staff to and from the departments and around the hospital.

A comprehensive list of duties can be found within the attached Job Description

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Details

Date posted

19 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 to £24,465 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

304-9014406

Job locations

Good Hope Hospital

Rectory Rd

Sutton Coldfield

West Midlands

B75 7RR


Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • *None

Desirable

  • *Functional skills Level 2 English Language and Maths Qualification or GCSE Grade C or above in Maths and English Language
  • *Care Certificate or evidence or Training & Development associated with Health Care Support Worker role
  • *Level 2/3 NVQ/ Diploma in care

Experience

Essential

  • *Recent previous experience in a care environment
  • *Experience of working / participating as part of a team.
  • *Evidence of ability to work using own initiative and under minimal supervision
  • *Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the role and tasks involved
  • *Can articulate the reasons for training/ standards of practice and behaviour and how these may be demonstrated / relate to patient care and safety
  • *Shows enthusiasm for the role and is interested in working in a theatre environment

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • *Good standard of spoken and written English
  • *Basic computer skills
  • *Good communication skills -- written and oral
  • *Good time keeping
  • *Ability to work with competing priorities
  • *Flexible approach to shift patterns and place of work
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • *None

Desirable

  • *Functional skills Level 2 English Language and Maths Qualification or GCSE Grade C or above in Maths and English Language
  • *Care Certificate or evidence or Training & Development associated with Health Care Support Worker role
  • *Level 2/3 NVQ/ Diploma in care

Experience

Essential

  • *Recent previous experience in a care environment
  • *Experience of working / participating as part of a team.
  • *Evidence of ability to work using own initiative and under minimal supervision
  • *Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the role and tasks involved
  • *Can articulate the reasons for training/ standards of practice and behaviour and how these may be demonstrated / relate to patient care and safety
  • *Shows enthusiasm for the role and is interested in working in a theatre environment

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • *Good standard of spoken and written English
  • *Basic computer skills
  • *Good communication skills -- written and oral
  • *Good time keeping
  • *Ability to work with competing priorities
  • *Flexible approach to shift patterns and place of work

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.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Good Hope Hospital

Rectory Rd

Sutton Coldfield

West Midlands

B75 7RR


Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Good Hope Hospital

Rectory Rd

Sutton Coldfield

West Midlands

B75 7RR


Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Hiring Manager

Dale Matthews

dale.matthews@uhb.nhs.uk

01214247408

Details

Date posted

19 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 to £24,465 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

304-9014406

Job locations

Good Hope Hospital

Rectory Rd

Sutton Coldfield

West Midlands

B75 7RR


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