South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Apprentice Theatre Support Worker (Get Into Programme)

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Job summary

We are a busy Operating Theatre and provide care for patients undergoing treatment from the following specialities: General Surgery, Vascular, Emergency Service, ENT, Paediatrics, Urology, Facial Maxillary, Orthopaedics and Gynaecology.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Get Into Programme. We are looking for a person to join our Team in Theatres and work cross-site for STSFT.

The Programme is a 24-month advanced apprenticeship which is subject to regular reviews to demonstrate progress. You will commence on Annex 21 of the salary stated to support the development in the role and required to complete L3 Senior Healthcare Support Standard over the period of the Apprenticeship. Maths and English Language at Level 2 (GCSE Minimum Grade C/4) is essential. Following the successful completion of the Programme you will move into a substantive position and have the opportunity to apply for the Operating Department Practitioner Degree Apprenticeship.

Working as a Team Member within a very busy environment. Tasks involve the direct/indirect care of patients peri-operatively. Ensuring a safe environment for patients. Cleaning to a high standard. Setting and stocking of Theatres for effective running of operating lists.

Please note the Trust are not able to offer Skilled Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold requirements. You are requested to consider this when making your application. Please visitGov.UKfor further information.

Main duties of the job

You will be supported and supervised by highly-trained Theatre staff to ensure smooth running of the area you work in.

If you are successful in obtaining a position with us as a Theatre Support Worker, you will be required to take part in shift patterns to meet the needs of the Service.

Key requirements:

Maths & English Language GCSE minimum C/4 Grade.

Basic understanding of Health and Safety requirements in a patient environment

General understanding of confidentiality in the healthcare setting

Ability to communicate messages and instructions accurately to colleagues, both verbally and in writing

Ability to communicate health-related information in an understandable way to patients and Mutli-Disciplinary Team

Basic skills of empathy and reassurance

Basic IT skills

Flexible and adaptable to change in accordance with patient needs and needs of the Service.

Committed to behaving in a professional manner to present caring image to patients.

Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Ability to work effectively in the MDT.

Ability to work on own initiative.

Able to understand instructions and carry out duties in accordance with them.

Friendly and approachable.

About us

Please help us by adding your telephone number to your application form this will allow us to contact you quickly if required.

One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

Date posted

16 July 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year Annex 21 / National Living Wage

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9155-THNM-0724-35

Job locations

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

South Tyneside Nhs Foundation Trust

Harton Lane

South Shields

Tyne And Wear

NE340PL

Job description

Job responsibilities

To undergo formal training in order to gain the knowledge, skills and competence to work as a Theatre Support Worker.

PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To undergo formal training in order to gain the knowledge, skills and competence to work as a Theatre Support Worker.

PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Maths and English Language GCSE minimum C/4 Grade or L2 in Maths and English Language Functional Skills or equivalent.
Basic IT skills.
Willing to complete a Level 3 Apprenticeship standard.

Other

Desirable

Please provide a contact telephone number, in case we need to contact you quickly about your Application, or write 'no Number' if you do not have one.

Physical Skills

Essential

Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Ability to prioritise tasks.
Ability to communicate health-related information in an understandable way to patients and colleagues, adapting communication style to meet the needs of the recipient.
Ability to communicate messages and instructions accurately to colleagues, both verbally and in writing.
Basic skills of empathy and reassurance.
Basic keyboard skills.
Ability to use basic email system and document clearly, using plain English.
Basic understanding of health and safety requirements in a patient environment.
General understanding of confidentiality requirements in a healthcare setting.
Willing to undertake further training related to role.
Willing to complete competency-based assessments and a portfolio of evidence, in order to achieve the Care Certificate.

Desirable

Knowledge of STSFT policies and procedures, and management structure.
Health and safety issues.

Experience

Desirable

Previous hospital experience.
Understanding of the type of work required in an operating theatre.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Maths and English Language GCSE minimum C/4 Grade or L2 in Maths and English Language Functional Skills or equivalent.
Basic IT skills.
Willing to complete a Level 3 Apprenticeship standard.

Other

Desirable

Please provide a contact telephone number, in case we need to contact you quickly about your Application, or write 'no Number' if you do not have one.

Physical Skills

Essential

Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

Ability to prioritise tasks.
Ability to communicate health-related information in an understandable way to patients and colleagues, adapting communication style to meet the needs of the recipient.
Ability to communicate messages and instructions accurately to colleagues, both verbally and in writing.
Basic skills of empathy and reassurance.
Basic keyboard skills.
Ability to use basic email system and document clearly, using plain English.
Basic understanding of health and safety requirements in a patient environment.
General understanding of confidentiality requirements in a healthcare setting.
Willing to undertake further training related to role.
Willing to complete competency-based assessments and a portfolio of evidence, in order to achieve the Care Certificate.

Desirable

Knowledge of STSFT policies and procedures, and management structure.
Health and safety issues.

Experience

Desirable

Previous hospital experience.
Understanding of the type of work required in an operating theatre.

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.