Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Theatre Supplies Assistant

The closing date is 23 April 2026

Job summary

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust has an exciting and challenging role within the Theatre Stores Department based at City Hospital. We require an enthusiastic, motivated individual to join our dynamic and lively department who are committed to providing an excellent logistic service to the City Theatres.

A good level of concentration is required and you need to be physically fit as there is constant booking in of stock, putting stock away and picking of stock throughout the day. You will need to be enthusiastic, committed and adaptable to change.

A positive image of Supplies at NUH Trust should be demonstrated at all times while showing a commitment to support the Trust values and behaviours.

Main duties of the job

In addition to the brief list above you must familiarise yourself with the full job description and person specification attached to this advert prior to applying.As an integral part of the team you will be required to use the Stores IT system (currently Ingenica) on a daily basis, scanning consumables for both issue and receipt. You will also have responsibilities for receiving deliveries from suppliers, checking such deliveries and replenishing the Stores with the delivered stock. Assisting with audits and rolling stock counts within the stores areas.The successful candidate must have a flexible approach as there will be a requirement to be able to learn and cross cover other stores teams

About us

Theatre Stores are part of the Procurement and Supplies at Nottingham University Hospitals, providing an efficient logistics service to a range of areas on both campuses.

We are looking for applicants who are eager to learn, able to organise and prioritise their own work to meet deadlines, and able to work using their own initiative.

Details

Date posted

13 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

164-7900529

Job locations

City Hospital

Hucknall Road

Nottingham

NG5 1PB


Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as part of the supplies team and the wider multi-disciplinary team, providing an efficient stock control service within the theatre stores.

The post holder will also be responsible for receipt and checking of deliveries, placing stock in correct the location and picking consumables for the theatres on a daily and ad-hoc basis as required.

The post holder will be trained in all aspects of their duties and will be expected to carry out their duties adhering to all trust policies and procedures.

Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as part of the supplies team and the wider multi-disciplinary team, providing an efficient stock control service within the theatre stores.

The post holder will also be responsible for receipt and checking of deliveries, placing stock in correct the location and picking consumables for the theatres on a daily and ad-hoc basis as required.

The post holder will be trained in all aspects of their duties and will be expected to carry out their duties adhering to all trust policies and procedures.

Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details of the vacancy.

Person Specification

Training and qualifications

Essential

  • English language GCSE (Grade C or above) or equivalent
  • Good working knowledge of MS Office

Experience

Essential

  • knowledge of stock management systems
  • working with a pc based stock control purchasing system
  • knowledge/experience of the process of stock taking including date checks

Desirable

  • Knowledge of the Trusts Ingenica stock control system

communication and relationship

Essential

  • to be able to communicate with providers and users of theatres service
  • ability to resolve supplies problems/concerns using tact and diplomacy
  • Recognise own role as part of a team

Desirable

  • Recognition of own level of competence and limitations and able to communicate these to appropriate staff

planning and organisation

Essential

  • understands the importance of periodic reviews of stock levels and products
  • Plan, prioritise and organise own workload, working on own initiative within set guidelines

physical skills

Essential

  • Ability to regularly maneuver equipment/stock with assistance in line with Trust policy
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time, walking, bending and collating stock around stores
Person Specification

Training and qualifications

Essential

  • English language GCSE (Grade C or above) or equivalent
  • Good working knowledge of MS Office

Experience

Essential

  • knowledge of stock management systems
  • working with a pc based stock control purchasing system
  • knowledge/experience of the process of stock taking including date checks

Desirable

  • Knowledge of the Trusts Ingenica stock control system

communication and relationship

Essential

  • to be able to communicate with providers and users of theatres service
  • ability to resolve supplies problems/concerns using tact and diplomacy
  • Recognise own role as part of a team

Desirable

  • Recognition of own level of competence and limitations and able to communicate these to appropriate staff

planning and organisation

Essential

  • understands the importance of periodic reviews of stock levels and products
  • Plan, prioritise and organise own workload, working on own initiative within set guidelines

physical skills

Essential

  • Ability to regularly maneuver equipment/stock with assistance in line with Trust policy
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time, walking, bending and collating stock around stores

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

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

City Hospital

Hucknall Road

Nottingham

NG5 1PB


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

City Hospital

Hucknall Road

Nottingham

NG5 1PB


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Theatre Stores Manager

Michael Johnson

michael.johnson49@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

13 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

164-7900529

Job locations

City Hospital

Hucknall Road

Nottingham

NG5 1PB


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